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! 

Children's RE Program We are pleased to announce that enrollment and classes for our Children's RE program (preschool – 12th grade) will begin on Wednesday, Sep 9th, at the Parish Hall. For more information pick up a flyer located at both church entrances.

Adult Religious Education Please join us as we present The Art of Living video series by Dr. Edward Sri. We will begin this series on Tuesday, Sept 8th at 6:00 pm in the Church Hall. This is a six-part video series on understanding and implementing the 4 Cardinal Virtues. If you have any questions call Tim at 281-254-4204. All are welcome!

Altar Society Meeting The Altar Society will hold its next meeting on Monday, September 21st at 5:30 PM in the Parish Hall. If you would like to join us for a potluck dinner beforehand, please arrive at 5:00 PM. All ladies are welcome and encouraged to attend!

Twenty-Fifth Anniversary of September 11th Today, our parish family gathers to mark 25 years since the tragic events of September 11, 2001. We invite you to take part this morning as we light candles to honor the victims and remember the heroic first responders. Together, we lift up the families affected by this tragedy and pray that God grants them and our nation lasting comfort and strength.

Lectors, Altar Servers, EMHC There will be a meeting on Thursday, September 17th at 6 pm in the church hall for all Lectors, Altar Servers & EMHC concerning procedural changes. Please contact Barbara Eells or Fr. Mathew if you are unable to attend or have any questions or concerns.

CSA Reminder: Fulfilling Our Mission Together Thank you to the 35 families who have already responded to our Catholic Services Appeal (CSA). Together, you have contributed $17,419.43 toward St. Joseph’s annual goal of $28,225.00, leaving us with $10,805.57 to go. Currently, approximately 25% of our parishioners have made their pledges. We can easily close this gap before the end of December 2026 if just 65 more parishioners join us by choosing one of these two simple options, commit to $12.00 a week through the end of the year or make a single, one-time investment of $167.00. Remember, if we do not meet our goal, the church must pay the remaining difference out of our ordinary operating budget. However, every single dollar we raise over our goal stays 100% with St. Joseph! Go now to www.ptdiocese.org and click the [Give] link at the top right of the page and follow the online instruction to make your weekly or one-time CSA Pledge or just drop it into the offertory noting a CSA donation. Thank you for your prayerful support and generosity!

Catholic Education Appeal There will be a second collection next weekend for the Catholic Education Appeal. The annual Seton Fund Collection, which benefits our Catholic schools and religious education programs, is scheduled for September 19-20, 2026. Your sacrificial contribution will help pass on the light of faith to future generations. Please be generous.

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-Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time

 Exponential Mercy  “That is why the kingdom of heaven may be likened to a king who decided to settle accounts with his servants. When he began the accounting, a debtor was brought before him who owed him a huge amount. Since he had no way of paying it back, his master ordered him to be sold, along with his wife, his children, and all his property, in payment of the debt.” Matthew 18:23–25

Reflect today on the mercy you have received from God. Has He not been patient with you, gentle with your faults, and generous with His grace? Now consider someone in your life whom you have found difficult to forgive. Does that person’s offense compare to the debt God has forgiven you? Let this parable challenge you to a deeper conversion of heart, one that forgives as it has been forgiven, not seven times, but seventy-seven times, and more. Only then will the kingdom of Heaven truly reign in you.

Most generous Lord, You forgive more than seventy-seven times—more than seventy times seven. Your mercy is unconditional in its origin and limitless in its reach, yet it bears one condition: that I, too, show mercy to others. Grant me, dear Lord, a heart that is merciful like Yours, one that participates in and reflects Your Divine Mercy. May I forgive as I have been forgiven, so that the full debt of my sin may be wiped away and that others may be drawn to You through the witness of mercy in my life. Jesus, I trust in You.

 - My Catholic Life

Cover Art: Parable of the Unforgiving Servant by Domenico Fetti

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