Welcome Father Garrett McGowan—With gratitude to God and great joy, we welcome Deacon Garrett McGowan, who will be ordained to the Sacred Order of Priesthood on Saturday, May 23, 2026, at 11:00 AM at the Cathedral of Christ the Light in Oakland by The Most Reverend Michael C. Barber, SJ, Bishop of Oakland Following his […]

Our first 2026 Semi-annual Sunday 2nd collection to run HOM is on May 30 & 31. Many have received HOM envelope at your home to make donations.Ways to support HOM:• Use the envelope received at home• Donate cash• Write check to St. Joseph Parish with HOM in the memo line• Donate on-line either using the […]

Bishop Michael C. Barber, S.J. has made the following appointments: Special Studies:Fr. Aidan Cameron-Smith newly ordained, to continue studies at Catholic University of America, Washington D.C.Parochial Vicar:Effective April 15, 2026Fr. John Paul Rabago to St. Anthony, Oakley (from St. Louis Bertrand, Oakland) Effective May 1, 2026Fr. Juan Carlos Ponce to St. Louis Bertrand, Oakland (from St. Anthony, Oakley) EffectiveJuly 1, 2026Fr. Garrett McGowan newly ordained, to St. […]

We are pleased to share that two of our members, Richard and Sandhya Sekar, were recently recognized as “Unsung Heroes” by California State Assemblymember Alex Lee at a special ceremony. Longtime members of the St. Vincent de Paul Society, their service reflects a consistent and generous commitment to those in need. Each week, they coordinate the collection […]

Bishop Michael C. Barber, SJ, has announced an important update to the Mission Alignment Process that impacts 13 parishes and a pastoral center closure. Please also see a related update below from the Our Lady of Guadalupe Parish regarding the OLG Parish will not be closed. By: Bishop Michael C. Barber, SJ The Mission Alignment Process […]

Our shed inventory clean-up is finally complete. We have several items needed for our refugee families. Please visit our refugee page for more details: https://www.saintjosephmsj.org/works-of-mercy/refugee-resettlement/

Commissioning Two Sacred Images | $60,000 Goal Click on the button to: Donate NowSacred art within the Church is not decoration—it is proclamation. It teaches, forms, and invites prayer long after words fade. We are seeking to commission two permanent sacred images for our church:The Annunciation, the moment Mary’s fiat opens the way for the […]

You’re Invited!St. Joseph for Life – Holy Hour Join us every Monday from 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM in the Adoration Chapel for a peaceful and prayerful Holy Hour.Together, we will unite in prayer for mothers in need and for the protection of all life. All are welcome—come spend time with the Lord in hope, […]

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 […]

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, […]

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 […]