Saint Joseph Catholic Church
Our renovated parish church From June to December 2023 our parish church underwent major renovation, the most significant since the structure was first built in 1965. Click Here to learn more about the 2023 renovation. Originally intended to be a school gym and temporary church, it has become a unique and special church. Click […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 participation through steady communication and the implementation of safe policy and procedures. Nine groups/ensembles perform every week. Rehearsals are conducted weekly and […]
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 DECEMBER SIMBANGI GABI Our Ministries Past Events Feast of the […]
