Peace and blessings to you and your loved ones.

With a grateful heart, I thank you for your continued faith, devotion, and generosity to our parish. Your presence at Mass, your prayers, and your support help make St. Joseph Parish a place of welcome, hope, and spiritual growth for many.

This year, we celebrate the Jubilee Year of St. Francis of Assisi. As a mission founded by the Franciscans, we are honored to serve as a designated pilgrimage site and look forward to welcoming thousands of pilgrims. We have also begun offering a Spanish Mass at 7:00 p.m. on the second Sunday of each month to better serve our growing community.

As we continue living our mission with Christ, we face increasing financial and pastoral responsibilities. The costs of maintaining our church, supporting ministries, and serving those in need continue to rise. At the same time, the size – including the mission, museum, and school — places significant demands on our clergy. With limited support, these responsibilities have become increasingly challenging, and we need additional clergy assistance.

For these reasons, I humbly ask you to prayerfully consider increasing your Sunday offering, if you are able. Your weekly contributions are the primary source of support for our parish, and even a small increase can make a meaningful difference. Together, our shared generosity sustains a vibrant place of worship and allows us to continue offering programs and outreach that bring others closer to God.

Please consider renewing your financial commitment on Commitment Weekend: May 2-3, 2026.

I understand that every family’s situation is unique. Equal sacrifice-not equal giving—is what matters. Please give only what you are able, knowing that your presence and prayers are equally valued.

Thank you again for your continued support, your prayers, and your commitment to our parish family. May God bless you abundantly for your generosity and kindness.

With deep gratitude,

Father Thi Hoàng
Pastor