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St. Joseph Catholic Church

Mission San José | Diocesan Shrine of St. Joseph

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      • Lector Ministry
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      • Ushers
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    • Ad Orientem Worship
    • Chapel of Healing
    • Vespers
    • Diocesan Shrine of St. Joseph
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    • Past Liturgy Reflections
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    • Garden and Flower Group
    • Neighborhood Outreach Program
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Parish News

First ever 5th Sunday 2nd Collection for HOM

First ever 5th Sunday 2nd Collection for HOM

We’re pleased to share that our first ever 5th Sunday 2nd collection on July 26–27 weekend for HOM Ministry (Homeless Outreach Ministry) was a big success. All volunteers and members of HOM are very thrilled, thankful, and encouraged by the support of the Parish Community even when we didn’t have printed envelopes mailed to homes. […]

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An Invitation to Serve: Become a Liturgical Minister

An Invitation to Serve: Become a Liturgical Minister

We invite you to prayerfully consider serving our community as a Liturgical Minister. This is a meaningful opportunity to deepen your faith and actively participate in our Sunday and weekday Masses. PLEASE SIGN UP HERE Liturgical Ministers Needed: To express your interest, please contact Sandra at the Parish Office at 510-656-2364. We look forward to […]

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A Sacred Invitation to Underwrite the Gift of Music

A Sacred Invitation to Underwrite the Gift of Music

Help sustain the sacred gift of music at St. Joseph Catholic Church / Mission San José. DONATE NOW Every gift, large or small, supports our choirs, instruments, programs, and musical heritage.For more information, please contact Ronald McKean, Director of Music Ministries at 510-656-1055 or Debbie Rossetto at 408-891-9977 cell/text.  Thank you for your generous support […]

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Confirmation Program Update & Orientation Info

Confirmation Program Update & Orientation Info

Dear Confirmation Parents,Thank you for choosing St. Joseph Catholic Church for your teens to receive their Sacrament of Confirmation. We are thrilled to begin a new year as we welcome back our returning families and also welcome our new families joining us. This year our confirmation program is moving under the Family of Faith Ministry […]

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Canonization of Carlo Acutis – September 7th

Canonization of Carlo Acutis – September 7th

The Vatican has joyfully announced Pope Leo XIV will canonize Blesseds Carlo Acutis and Pier Giorgio Frassati together on Sunday, September 7. This historic celebration will recognize their profound witness of faith and holiness, offering the Church two new saints for our time. Join Catholics worldwide in celebrating Canonization of Carlo Acutis and Giorgio Frassati! […]

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2025 Bishop’s Ministries Appeal

2025 Bishop’s Ministries Appeal

Ministries of Hope – The Bishop’s Ministries Appeal supports the 70+ ministries that serve our diocese faithful as well as the greater communities where our parishes are located. This includes faith formation and evangelization, CYO sports, formation of priests to serve parishioners, care of the retired priests, parishes in action programs, and meeting the unexpected […]

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Neighborhood Outreach Program (NOP) Help Needed

Neighborhood Outreach Program (NOP) Help Needed

The Neighborhood Outreach Project (NOP) is seeking reliable E-mail Captains to help strengthen our parish community. We have 35 neighborhoods and 6 are covered by E-Captains. From Kimber/Gomes, Mission San Jose and Warm Springs where the most parishioners live to Brookvale, Glenmoor and Pleasanton who have only a few, E-Captains reach out by e-mail to […]

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A Great Way to Help the Unhoused through HOM

A Great Way to Help the Unhoused through HOM

Donate new or gently used men’s and women’s socks for the unhoused. Drop off at the HOM Office, St.Joseph’s Workshop (Carriage House), on any Sundays 11:00 AM–noon.

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Museum Repairs Completed!

Museum Repairs Completed!

In 2020, cracks and holes in the rock retaining wall and exterior walls revealed that soil was settling beneath part of the building. This caused the exterior stucco and original mud plaster to crack, fall away, and expose the historic adobe walls to potential water damage. Foundation repairs and retaining wall replacement were completed in […]

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First Vows

First Vows

Join us for the Mass of First Profession of Vows on August 30 The Dominican Friars of the Province of the Most Holy Name of Jesus cordially invite you to the First Profession of Br. Joseph Sadoc LeeBr. Serafin Guadalupe MalfabonBr. David NadeauBr. Pius Carlo EnclonaBr. Dominic Mary BeaupreBr. Jude Angelico DuCharmeBr. Mark Joseph Soto […]

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eMail scam alert

eMail scam alert

We would like to gently remind everyone to remain attentive to the possibility of scams that may involve the misuse of Father Thi’s name to solicit personal information or funds. It is essential for all of us to understand that Father Thi will not be reaching out for any financial contributions or personal details from […]

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Steubenville Youth Conference — San Diego

Steubenville Youth Conference — San Diego

The students had an amazing time last weekend at the youth conference in San Diego. Your support made it possible!Some words from our students:“The experience really enlightened me about the relationships we have with God/Jesus/Holy Spirit. That He longs for us to be close to Him, and I’m really happy I feel more connected after […]

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CYO Boys Basketball, Girls Volleyball, Cross Country, and Cheerleading

CYO Boys Basketball, Girls Volleyball, Cross Country, and Cheerleading

Our 2025–2026 St. Joseph CYO Fall Sports season is coming soon! For more information, please visit the link below. If you are interested, we encourage you to complete your registration as soon as possible. Practices will begin in late August or early September. 🔗 Registration Link:https://clubs.bluesombrero.com/stjosephcyofremont Registration and payment must be completed by August 31st. […]

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Fr. Anthony’s Message: My Heart Overflows with Gratitude

Fr. Anthony’s Message: My Heart Overflows with Gratitude

Dear Beloved Staff, Volunteers, and Friends of Saint Joseph, As I prepare to step down as your pastor, my heart overflows with gratitude for each of you. Your unwavering faith, boundless love, and steadfast support have been the cornerstone of our shared journey. Together, we have built a vibrant community rooted in God’s love, guided […]

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OCIA 2025: Classes Start Sunday, September 7

OCIA 2025: Classes Start Sunday, September 7

OCIA (Order of Christian Initiation of Adults) is for those who are curious about or interested in becoming Catholic. It is the path to receiving the Sacraments of Initiation in the Catholic Church.Classes begin Sunday, September 7, 2025. For more information, please contact: Deacon Dick Bayless📞 510-304-4298✉️ DeaconBayless@saintjosephmsj.org For more information about OCIA, Click Here.

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Now Enrolling: 2025–2026 Family of Faith

Now Enrolling: 2025–2026 Family of Faith

Don’t wait for tomorrow! Register today! Our Family of Faith program is amazing, enriching, and filled with opportunities to grow together in our Catholic faith. We invite ALL families to be part of this beautiful journey. Our Family of Faith program begins September 7. Spaces are filling quickly—register today! Please click here for details and […]

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State of the Parish Presentation

State of the Parish Presentation

With deep gratitude, we thank all who attended the 2025 State of the Parish gathering. Your presence and engagement reflect a vibrant parish community committed to Living the Mission with Christ. This annual event offered a meaningful opportunity to pray together, reflect on our shared vision, and hear how our ministries, projects, and people are […]

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St. Joseph School ~ 65th ANNIVERSARY – October 18, 2025

St. Joseph School ~ 65th ANNIVERSARY – October 18, 2025

STAY CONNECTED!Please update your graduate’s contact information! We would love to connect you with former classmates, hear about what you’ve been up to, and provide an alumni network.Help us prepare for October 18th….. we would love to hear from you! Sign Up For The Alumni Email Newsletter Click Here St. Joseph School is turning 65 […]

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St Joseph School ~ Accepting Applications

St Joseph School ~ Accepting Applications

Saint Joseph School is now accepting applications for the 2025-2026 school year. To book a tour please go to https://www.stjosephschoolfremont.org/ For more than 60 years, St. Joseph School of Fremont has been on a Mission. Together with parents and the parish community, we provide a quality Catholic education, nurture the growth of the whole child, […]

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Called to Serve, Invited to Belong

Called to Serve, Invited to Belong

Our worship spaces and parish campus are visible signs of God’s presence. Keeping them beautiful and inspiring is not only an act of reverence—it’s also part of being good stewards of our parish’s physical and financial resources. These ministries offer wonderful opportunities to share your time and talents in meaningful ways. Some parishioners serve regularly, […]

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Join The Great Alumni Hunt!

Join The Great Alumni Hunt!

Beginning April 1st friends and family of St Joseph School have the opportunity to win prizes during The Great Alumni Hunt as they search for SJS alumni throughout the Bay Area and beyond. Help us on our quest to bring our St. Joseph School family back together for our 65th Anniversary on October 18th. For […]

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How to Gain the Jubilee Year Plenary Indulgence

How to Gain the Jubilee Year Plenary Indulgence

The Bishop has announced that Mission San Jose, diocesan Shrine of St. Joseph, in Fremont is a permanently designated pilgrimage site for each and every day of this 2025 Holy Year Jubilee of Hope. Individuals and groups are welcome. By making this spiritual pilgrimage, the faithful may gain a Plenary Indulgence: remission of the temporal punishment due […]

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Genesis to Jesus ~ Bible Study

Genesis to Jesus ~ Bible Study

What is the Bible? Where does it come from? What is its purpose? These and more questions will be answered as we journey through the scriptures in this study. We will also learn why Catholics should read Scripture and most importantly, how to read it. Genesis to Jesus surveys the principal covenants that God made […]

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Attention All Ministries!

Attention All Ministries!

2025 Hospitality Schedule is now open! Promote your vital ministry while hosting this cherished and popular event. Share your ministry’s mission, connect with our parish community, and extend a warm welcome to all. Sign up today and help us make every Sunday a time of fellowship and joy as we fill the calendar with love […]

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Jubilee Year 2025 – Pilgrims of Hope

Jubilee Year 2025 – Pilgrims of Hope

In 2025, the Catholic Church will observe a Jubilee Year with the theme “Pilgrims of Hope.” This Holy Year, inaugurated by Pope Francis, invites the faithful to embark on a spiritual journey, renewing their faith and commitment to God’s guidance. The Jubilee began on December 24, 2024, with the opening of the Holy Door at […]

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Limited Edition Prints Available

Limited Edition Prints Available

Our Wedding Feast of the Lamb painting is here – Members of the parish staff, pastoral leadership team, our church renovation contractor, and other parishioners donated their Memorial Day holiday to help Father Anthony and artist Michael Corsini (in the blue shirt) install the completed painting on the back wall of the church.  Michael returned on June […]

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Holy Family Statue Dedication

Holy Family Statue Dedication

The Heart of a Happy Family: Jesus at the Center – Our new, life-sized statue of the Holy Family was dedicated on May 1, 2024 in honor of St. Joseph the Worker and the Holy Family. The smaller statue of the Holy Family that temporarily occupied the stone pedestal outside the parking lot entrance to […]

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Engraved Brick Sponsorships

Engraved Brick Sponsorships

Prepare the way of the Lord, make straight his paths. I wonder if cousin John was thinking of the paths by our outdoor Stations of the Cross?  Probably not, but we still want to invite you to be part of this area of our living faith here in our beautiful St. Joseph parish grounds.   Brick […]

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From Bishop Barber: Body-Soul Unity of the Human Person

From Bishop Barber: Body-Soul Unity of the Human Person

The Pastoral Letter below offers a response to a key theme that arose from the listening and dialogue sessions, held around the diocese in fall of 2022, which is a desire from those in ministry for clarification on the Church’s teaching and a desire for resources to reference when questions arise. The content of the letter […]

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St. Joseph Catholic Church
Mission San José
Diocesan Shrine of St. Joseph

43148 Mission Boulevard
Mail: P. O. Box 3276, Fremont, CA 94539
Phone: 510-656-2364

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