Dearest staff and parishioners of the St Joseph family, My name is Father Thi Van Hoang, and I am excited to begin serving as your pastor. I’d like to share a brief biography with you: I was born in Hai Duong, North Vietnam, on January 2, 1977. I have two brothers and three sisters, and […]

The bishops of California have declared Saturday, July 26 as the Jubilee of Marriage during this powerful Jubilee of Hope. The vocation of marriage truly is a sign of hope! Each diocese will celebrate the Marriage Jubilee in a differentway. Look on our website to learn more about events, prayer and service. Sign up at […]

The Lector Ministry hosts Hospitality Sunday today! Meet our lectors, learn more about this sacred ministry of proclaiming the Word of God, and discover how you might be called to serve. Please join us after the 8:00 AM, 10:00 AM and 12:00 PM Mass, https://www.saintjosephmsj.org/liturgy/mass/lectors/.  To host, contact: Please contact Lauri Kaefer at 510-552-7431 or lkaefer@comcast.net. Sign up Click Here.

Farewell Message for the 15th Sunday in Ordinary Time. “Go and do likewise” (Luke 10:37) Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ, Today’s Gospel (Luke 10:25-37) challenges us with the scholar of the law’s question to Jesus: “Teacher, what must I do to inherit eternal life?” (Luke 10:25). This question echoes in our hearts, reflecting our […]

Review our May 2025 Financial Statement for a clear summary of parish finances, highlighting blessings and ongoing needs.

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. Registration deadline July 15th. Please click here for details and more information. Click to Register Here.

St. Joseph Confirmation is growing! Now we are taking registrations online! Please sign up below to enroll your 8th-12th grader in our Confirmation program for the 2025-2026 school year. Registration deadline July 15th. Please click here for details and more information. Click to Register Here.

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 […]

We are happy to report that we have received $555 so far from 22 people in donations toward our annual subscription to Formed the last week. We are on our way of meeting our goal of $1300 and are grateful to all those who have answered the call to give. We are asking for your […]

July 19, 2025 | 9 am – 12 pmOur Lady of Guadalupe, Fremont All youth ages 13 to 17 are welcome!  RSVP to help us prepare: Register An engaging event planned with the youth in mind. Please join our Deanery-wide** awesome youth event celebrating the Jubilee Year 2025 – Pilgrims of Hope! Jeremiah 29:11 For […]

Thank You for Your Support! Our Movie Night Fundraiser was a success thanks to all who attended and supported our Confirmation students on their journey to the Steubenville Youth Conference in San Diego. Your presence and generosity mean so much!

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 […]

No Hospitality on June 28 and July 6 We hope you’ve enjoyed our Hospitality Sundays after Mass this year! Thank you to Walk for Life, Neighborhood Outreach, Men’s Ministry, the Filipino Community, St. Joseph School, Refugee Resettlement, Mission Gift Shop, Handbells, and Homeless Outreach for hosting January through June Mark your calendars: Lectors will host […]

We are seeking experienced woodworkers who can craft wooden vestment stands similar to those shown in the pictures. If you have the skills and are interested in this project, please get in touch Nancy at nflores@saintjosephmsj.org.

Mary As You’ve Never Seen HerExactly who is the Blessed Virgin Mary? Can you explain her role in God’s plan for the world? Do you fully understand the vital role she plays in your life? While Catholics know Mary is important, many never fully grasp how essential she really is. Now they can. The Bible […]

Please review our 2025 Fiscal Report which provides a clear and transparent summary of our parish’s financial standing. This report reflects both the blessings we have received and the challenges we face in sustaining our ministries, parish operations, and outreach. Prayerfully consider how you can support our mission to ensure St. Joseph remains our thriving […]

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, […]

A new pastor, Rev. Thi Van Hoang, will join Saint Joseph Parish, beginning his ministry on August 1, 2025, to continue our shared mission.

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, […]

As we entrust Pope Francis to God’s eternal mercy, we rejoice in the election of our new Holy Father, Pope Leo XIV, and pray for his guidance in this new era. Carlo’s Eucharistic devotion continues to inspire the faithful, and we eagerly await the new date for his canonization. For official news and the latest […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

Eat a meal. Watch an episode. Share your thoughts.  Join a conversation… Although “Alpha” is not currently meeting, watch this page for announcements about additional sessions. For additional information, please call the parish office at 510-656-2364. Alpha explores the meaning of life: Come join us Monday, September 9. Come join us! Who? Everyone.  All are welcome. When? Monday […]

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 […]

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 […]