Whether you are local, a seasonal visitor, or someone enjoying a weekend on the Gulf Coast, St. Joseph Parish is a place to encounter Jesus. Join us for Mass, Adoration, Bible Study, social events, or simply stop by to offer a prayer.

If you are new to the area, a returning Catholic, or if you wish to become Catholic you are welcome to attend Mass and to become involved in parish activities. If you require more information We encourage you to speak with the Parish Secretary or the Pastor. Please Call 850-227-1417.

If you wish to donate On-Line  Click HERE! 

OCIA - Order of Christian Initiation of Adults Are you looking to become a Catholic? Are you a baptized Catholic over 18 who has not received the Sacrament of Eucharist and/or Confirmation? Perhaps now is the time to hear the voice of the Lord and open your heart to receive the Gift of the Holy Spirit.

Priest Convocation Fr. Mathew will be out of town for the convocation from October 20th through October 22nd. Deacon Paul will lead communion services at our regular Mass times on Wednesday and Thursday.

Liturgical Ministers Retreat All liturgical ministers are encouraged to attend the 2026 Liturgical Ministers Retreat on October 24th at Our Lady of the Rosary in Panama City. Registration is required, visit www.ptdiocese.org/ liturgy to register. For more information, contact Dr. Christopher Gawel at (850) 304-7580.

Second Collection Next weekend, we will celebrate World Mission Sunday. Pope Leo invites the entire Church to support mission dioceses around the world, where priest, religious and lay leaders serve the world's most vulnerable communities. Please keep the Pope's mission in your prayers and be generous in next week's second collection to support the life-giving presence of the Church among the poor and marginalized in more than 1,100 mission dioceses.

Envelopes for Giving If you would like to begin receiving envelopes for your weekly donations, 2nd Collections, and Holy Days, or if you wish to discontinue receiving them, please contact the Church office to update your preferences. Our office hours are Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

Charity Box We have installed a charity box in the church vestibule to support those in need. If you are able, please prayerfully consider contributing to help support members of our community. Thank you for your generosity.

Save The Date! Please save the date for the Community of St. Joseph Christmas Luncheon on December 13th. More information will be available soon in the bulletin, on our Website, www.stjosephpsj.com and on our Facebook page www.facebook.com/StJosephStJoe.

New Online EMHC Training The Diocese of Pensacola-Tallahassee now requires all current and new Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion (EMHCs) to complete a free online training through the My Catholic Faith Delivered (MCFD) site. After navigating to the Diocese of Pensacola page on the MCFD site, they should add the EMHC course to their cart. During checkout, they will be prompted either to create a new account or to log in with their existing credentials. Parishes may host a training for people who cannot access the internet or lack email. We also encourage all priests and deacons to complete the online training so they are aware of some of the changes. We ask that all EMHCs complete this training by the First Sunday of Advent, November 29, 2026.

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Franciscan At Home We are a partnering diocese so all of our parishes and school are already registered and all parishioners can take courses for free. There are a variety of courses for your convenience:
 » 1. FREE unlimited access
 » 2. Lifelong learners, Parents, Mentors, Facilitators, Leaders, Pastoral Care Workers, Social Outreach, Lay Ministers, and Mentors
 » 2. Diocesan Certification Process for Catechists, Parish Catechetical Leaders, Youth Ministers and RCIA Ministers.

Register Today! Follow these steps:
 » 1. Click Here:
 » 2. Click on the bottom blue button.
 » 3. The Sign Up for Free Through Your Institution page will appear.
 » 4. Choose Country — United States, Diocese — Diocese of Pensacola-Tallahassee and Institution — Your Parish/School.  » 5. Click the Sign-Up box at the bottom.
 » 6. Complete your personal information (look for choice of receiving emails).
 » 7. Start your first workshop!
For more information, contact: Sister Margaret Kuntz at 850-435-3523 or kuntzm@ptdiocese.org

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Can We Help? If you or someone you know needs help with meals, a visit, or anything else, let us help! Contact the church office.

Communion to the Homebound Sacraments are available to all Catholics who would like to receive, but are unable to attend Sunday Mass due to injury, illness or advanced age. If you are in need of a visit, please call the office and request Communion at home, in the hospital, nursing home, or assisted living facility.

Rosary Please take time and join us as we say the Rosary every Tuesday at 10:00am. The group Rosary is powerful and the benefits are endless. Let the simple and repeated prayers of the Rosary allow us to really focus on what Jesus did and said as we receive peace of mind, an increased love for Jesus, unity with our church and understand better the will of God in our lives. There is no better time than during Lent to embrace these mysteries and, with Mary's help, let them transform our lives.

Church Registration We are delighted that you have chosen to become a member of our church family. Please register by stopping in or calling our office  850-227-1417 .

Food Donations Don't forget our food basket at the entrance of the church which is open daily. It is there all year for dropping off nonperishable Food. If you're visiting the area, and have nonperishable food that you didn't use, consider donating these items before you make your trip back home. Thank you for thinking of those in need.  No open parcels please! 

Altar Flowers If you would like to donate altar flowers for a special occasion or a loved one's memorial Mass, please contact the office in advance to coordinate with our dedicated volunteers. Our volunteers preplan altar flowers for every weekend mass, holy day, and special occasion, and we are very grateful for their time. Call: 850-227-1417

Twenty-Eighth Sunday in Ordinary Time

 The Wedding Feast of the Liturgy  Jesus again in reply spoke to the chief priests and elders of the people in parables, saying, “The kingdom of heaven may be likened to a king who gave a wedding feast for his son. He dispatched his servants to summon the invited guests to the feast, but they refused to come.” Matthew 22:1–3

Reflect today on the Mass as the true Wedding Feast of the Lamb. Do you approach this sacred celebration with joyful reverence, spiritual preparation, and genuine love for the Bridegroom? Strive to make your presence at Mass much more than physical; let it be the expression of a soul properly clothed, joyfully responding to the King’s invitation. May our worthy participation in the Eucharist be a foretaste of the eternal banquet prepared for those who are invited and respond with all their hearts.

My King and Bridegroom of the Church, the Mass is Your Wedding Feast and a foretaste of the eternal Banquet of Heaven. You invite us to this Feast not only in body, but with hearts recollected, minds engaged, and souls prepared by grace. May I always respond to Your invitation with faith and love, and celebrate the Holy Mass with all my heart, clothed in the garment of sanctifying grace. Jesus, I trust in You.
 - My Catholic Life

Artwork: November. Landscape with a king addressing a man in normal clothes (parable of the wedding banquet), a church beyond, a village with a pig being slaughtered and hills in background; zodiacal sign of Sagittarius at top centre; letterpress in black and red ink above impression and on verso.

Come celebrate Mass with us.