Usher Ministry: Gatekeepers of GraceThe Usher Ministry plays a vital role in fostering a welcoming, prayerful atmosphere. As the first point of contact for parishioners and visitors, ushers serve as ambassadors of hospitality, ensuring all who enter our church feelembraced by Christ’s love. Beyond their practical duties, ushers embody the spirit of service, reflecting the […]

Pastoral Care: Bringing Christ’s Love to Those in NeedIn every celebration of the Eucharist, we are reminded of Christ’s abiding presence in our lives. Yet, for many of our brothers and sisters—due to illness, age, or physical limitations—the joy of participating in the Holy Mass in person is no longer possible. It is in these […]

Journey of Faith with the Order of Christian Initiation (OCIA)The OCIA process is a journey that includes a series of rites marking significant steps in one’s commitment to Christ. These rites are accompanied by periods of preparation, and they guide participants towards full initiation into the Catholic Church. Each stage is an opportunity for spiritual […]

The Mission Museum Ambassadors and Gift Shop Associates The Mission Church and museum have been welcoming visitors again for two months following their reopening in December 2024 after significant renovations. We celebrated a grand reopening on the weekend of December 14 and 15, 2024. We estimate that more than 500 people explored the entire museum […]

St. Joseph School began its ministry to the children of the parish in the fall 1960. Since that time  teachers and staff at St. Joseph School have served to raise up generations of faith-filled Catholic Christians, Life-long Learners, Socially Responsible Members of the Community and Well-Rounded Individuals for our world. Originally staffed by the Dominican […]

“Whatsoever you do to the least of my people, that you do unto me.” Matthew 25:40 Since 1959, our St. Vincent de Paul volunteers have been serving the St. Joseph’s community and our neighbors in need. Our wonderful and dedicated group of volunteers work hard every week to provide food for our families in need. […]

At St. Joseph Parish, our Confirmation Ministry is more than just a program; it’s a transformative journey that connects our youth with their faith, community, and each other. It is sacramental preparation, affirming the personal commitment to the life in faith that our parents chose for us long ago at Baptism. Through Confirmation we agree […]