Mission San José | Diocesan Shrine of St. Joseph
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 […]
Saint Anthony of Padua was a 13th-century Franciscan friar and Doctor of the Church, renowned for his extraordinary preaching, wisdom, and miracles. Born in Portugal in 1195, Anthony joined the Franciscan Order and quickly gained fame for his eloquent sermons, which drew crowds and inspired conversions. He was particularly devoted to the poor, the sick, […]
Saint Bonaventure was a 13th-century Franciscan friar, theologian, and philosopher who embodied the spirit of devotion and intellectual curiosity. Born in Italy in 1221, he joined the Franciscan Order and went on to become a renowned scholar, writer, and leader. Saint Bonaventure’s writings, particularly his mystical treatises, continue to inspire and guide seekers of spiritual […]
The Wedding Feast of the Lamb Our magnificent, one-of-kind original oil painting was blessed on Sunday June 9th, 2024 at the 12:00 noon Mass. The painting was created by artist Michael Corsini of Pennsylvania. Measuring 7 feet tall by 50 feet wide, the Wedding Feast of the Lamb was painted on five canvas panels […]
Saint Joseph church Our parish church was built in 1965. Click Here to learn about the five churches we have worshiped in since 1797. Wood and Stone The Altar, Ambo, Tabernacle, Altar Cross, votive candle stands and other sanctuary furniture are made from handcrafted wood. The Altar, Ambo, and Tabernacle are unique to St. […]
Mass live-streams – previously recorded We look forward to having you join us Our LIVE STREAM channel is at https://www.youtube.com/SaintJosephParish We will live-stream the 10am Mass in English, 3pm Mass in Vietnamese, and 5pm Mass in Mandarin. We look forward to having you join us online. St. Joseph Parish Mass live-streams – previously recorded Masses recorded […]
Welcome to Mission 225! Founder’s Weekend Festival Founder’s Weekend Festival A Look Back at Founder’s WeekendJune 10, 11 and 12, 2022 Click HERE for this short video courtesy of Washington Township Museum of Local History showcasing the cultures of Mission San Jose. Founder’s Day 75 Years Ago Click HERE for a video of the Sesquicentennial […]
Dr. Rubén G Mendoza Dr. Rubén G MENDOZA Biographical Information Dr. Rubén G. Mendoza is an Archaeologist and Professor in the Archaeology Program of the School of Social, Behavioral & Global Studies at California State University, Monterey Bay. His archaeological studies include his role as principal investigator on four California missions and the Spanish […]
The nineteenth Franciscan mission was named after St. Agnes, a thirteen-year-old Roman girl who was executed in Rome in the year 304 A.D. and buried in the cemetery given her name where a basilica was built in her honor. Santa Ines is the special patroness of chastity. According to legend, she was unharmed in a […]
The sixteenth Franciscan mission to be founded in Alta California is named after St. Michael, the captain if the armies of God, who is regarded traditionally as the chief of the archangels, a special protector against Satan’s influences and attacks. In the East, Michael is a patron of the sick. The feast is celebrated on […]
St. Joseph was the husband and protector of the Blessed Virgin Mary and the foster-father of Jesus. The Franciscans preached on his grace, and his name was chosen for this fourteenth Franciscan mission. He is representative of the dignity of labor and bringing Christ into the workplace. He is honored by two feast days, the […]
Santa Cruz in Spanish means Holy Cross. Devotion to the Cross is very common throughout Latin America, and the Feast of the Holy Cross figures prominently in the history of the Franciscan missionaries in the new world. Holy Cross “I found the site to be most excellent as had been reported to me. I found […]
The eleventh Franciscan mission was named to honor the Virgin Mary who, according to doctrine, was preserved exempt from all stain of original sin. The mission was established on December 8, 1787, the day of the Feast of the Immaculate Conception. The Most Pure Conception of Mary The 11th mission was founded by Fr. Fermin […]
The tenth Franciscan mission in Alta California was named after St. Barbara who, according to legend, was the beautiful daughter of Dioscorus and Nicomedia. Dioscorus, a pagan, was so angered by his daughter’s adoption of the Christian religion that he imprisoned her and eventually beheaded her with his own sword. For this deed it is […]
The eighth Franciscan mission in Alta California was named after St. Clare, who was born at Assisi in 1193 and ran away from home at the age of eighteen to join St. Francis. At San Damiano she founded, with St. Francis, the famous order of nuns called the Poor Clares. She is the first woman […]
The sixth Franciscan Mission was named after St. Francis of Assisi. The son of a wealthy merchant was born at Assisi, Italy, in the year 1182. After a youth spent in seeking pleasure, he left his home and in 1209 founded the Order of Friars Minor (Franciscans). St. Francis is the most famous example of […]
The fifth mission to be founded in Alta California was named after St. Louis of Toulouse. He was born in the year 1274, the son of Charles II, King of Naples. The boy’s uncle was Saint Louis, King of France, and his aunt was Saint Elizabeth of Hungary. After being held hostage for seven years […]
The third mission of the Franciscan chain was named after St. Anthony. He was born to a noble family in Lisbon, in 1195. In 1221, he received a new name, Anthony, and a new identity as a Franciscan Friar, having left the Augustinian Canons Regular. Ill health prevented him from becoming a missionary, but he […]
The second of the Franciscan Missions of Alta California was named after St. Charles Borromeo, a Secular Franciscan. Born in 1538, son of Count Gilbert Borromeo by a Medici mother, he was a cardinal at the age of twenty-two and Archbishop of Milan soon after, although he was not ordained priest and bishop until 1563. […]
San Juan Bautista, the name given to the fifteenth Franciscan mission, honors St. John the Baptist. He was the precursor of Jesus and the son of Zachary and Elizabeth, a first cousin of the Virgin Mary. When Jesus was asked about John, he said that “Among those that are born of women there is not […]
The First Founding of Mission San José The First Founder’s Day The mission’s site was an elevated plateau in a bend near the base of Mission Peak, with a broad plain beneath it sloping gently across the nine-mile stretch to the southern shores of the San Francisco Bay. With a practiced eye [Father Lasuen] […]
Solar Illuminations at Mission San Jose At Mission San Jose and missions stretching from northern California to South America, a twice yearly orientation of the sun triggers an extraordinarily rare and fascinating event. At sunset a sunbeam enters the west window of the church, traverses the length of the church, and bathes the gilded […]
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 […]
Located on the wall above the Wedding Feast of the Lamb painting is a San Damiano Cross painted for us by parishioner Jose Isla. The original San Damiano Cross dates from around the year 1100. The purpose of an illustrated cross like this was to teach the meaning of each depicted event and strengthen […]
July 20, 2025 Museum Exterior Repair Progress – The damaged adobe and original mud plaster covering the side of the museum facing Mission Blvd has been repaired. Work has moved to the south wall of the building to replace the damaged wood framed windows and repair the adobe and mud plaster. The walls will […]
About The Assumption of Mary The Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary is celebrated every year on August 15th. This feast commemorates the death of the Blessed Virgin Mary and her assumption, body and soul, into Heaven. It is the most important Marian feast, and it is also a Holy Day […]
This week we celebrate the feast of Saint Peter. Let us also find ways to be a foundation of faith for others. Our Lord said to Simon Peter, “you will become the rock of faith, the foundation stone of the Church, and the principal means for its spiritual construction. On this confession of yours that […]
In this week’s gospel we celebrate the Feast of the Body and Blood of Christ. Christ said that he was the true bread from heaven. One does not live by bread alone but by this true Word of God. And, by a miracle which completes the lesson of the manna, this Word is the bread […]
The parish master plan guides our long term building and grounds planning and expenditures. Our goal is to make the most of the facilities we already have to support the Diocese’s three goals for parishes (providing amazing worship experiences, forming missionary disciples, and increasing our acts of charity, mercy, and justice), and prudently plan […]
(This page is part of the 2022 Town Hall Presentation. Please see this link for other presentations from that 2022 Town Hall.) Ronald E. McKean, Director of Music Ministries510-656-1055 CHOIRS and ENSEMBLES – 2022 demonstrates increased participation since the COVID outbreak in 2020. Numbers continue to improve as fears lessen and confidence heightens. We encourage […]
This Lenten season, we are reminded of the parable of the Prodigal Son who returned to his father. (Lk 15:1-3, 11-32) …Then let us celebrate with a feast, because this son of mine was dead, and has come to life again; he was lost, and has been found…” This Lenten season we are reminded that […]
O welcome, little Christmas Guest,Dear Jesus, from above;Upon Thy face, so pure and mild,We see God’s smile of love.Amen This little children’s prayer is at the heart of why Jesus was born, to share God’s love with us. As you share that love with each other, please celebrate the feast of Christmas each and every […]
O welcome, little Christmas Guest,Dear Jesus, from above;Upon Thy face, so pure and mild,We see God’s smile of love.Amen This little children’s prayer is at the heart of why Jesus was born, to share God’s love with us. As you share that love with each other, please celebrate the feast of Christmas each and every […]
Indian Community of St Joseph Catholic Church INDIAN COMMUNITY Saint Joseph Mission San Jose A land that’s the birthplace of many religions, as well as that embraced many religions, is India! The Apostle Thomas traveled to the land of India to spread the good news of Lord Jesus and spread across the land, especially […]
Filipino Community of St Joseph Catholic Church Our Mission:We enrich the community through liturgical, social and community outreach activities that celebrate the Filipino culture and our Catholic faith. Fun Filled Events – 2014 with TFCSJ VIVA SANTO NINO 2014 Saturday, January 25, 2014 SANTACRUZAN 2014 Saturday, May 17, 2014 SAN LORENZO RUIZ 2014 Sunday, […]
Contents Resources for Seniors & Homebound Pastoral Care Corner Dear St. Joseph Family, I know you join me in thanking our merciful Creator for our continued survival during the pandemic. Our voices rise as one in praise for God’s mercy and, at the same time, in an urgent plea for the grace to bear wiithout […]
The Season of Hope and Expectation Beginning the Church’s liturgical year, Advent (from, “ad-venire” in Latin or “to come to”) is the season encompassing the four Sundays (and weekdays) leading up to the celebration of Christmas. The Advent season that begins on Sunday, November 27, is a time of preparation that directs our hearts and minds […]
The Liturgy Committee plans, implements, and evaluates the liturgies (Masses and liturgies) of the seasons of the Church, especially in Advent, Christmas, Lent, Holy Week, and Easter. It also reviews the liturgical procedures in accordance with the General Instructions of the Roman Missal (GIRM) and pastoral considerations. Membership consists of the coordinators of our Altar […]
The Lector Ministry at St Joseph Church is a liturgical ministry. We strive to improve our proclamation of the Word of God through feedback, liturgical training, self-evaluation and prayer. We welcome those who wish to train with us through a comprehensive program designed to work with many schedules. Lectoring schedules are completely volunteer based. […]
The Filipino Community of St Joseph Catholic Church Our Mission: We enrich the community through liturgical, social and community outreach activities that celebrate the Filipino culture and our Catholic faith. Annual Events JANUARY SANTO NINO MAY FLORES DE MAYO SEPTEMBER SAN LORENZO RUIZ DECEMBERSIMBANG GABI Our Ministries Past Events Please join us! […]
