Saint Joseph Catholic Church - Mission San Jose

Saint Joseph Parish
Old Mission San Jose
Founded 1797

We Welcome You to Join Us in Our Mission.

History

At the Ohlone Indian village of Oroysom, Padre Fermin Francisco de Lasuen founded this fourteenth of twenty-one Franciscan missions June 11, 1797. Taught by Padre Narciso Duran, the Ohlone orchestra and choir became famous. By 1830 almost 2,000 Indians were living at the mission. The 1868 earthquake destroyed the adobe church and most other mission buildings. The church was rebuilt in 1985. Further details about our history can be found here and additional photographs here.

Treasure

In Matthew 13:44-58 it tells us the kingdom of heaven is like a treasure buried in a field.

This summer, let's strive to be better disciples and share God's message with others. Discipleship means searching for this treasure of incomparable value and giving all we have to become part of it.

Please join us at Mass as we celebrate this holy season and find ways we can be inspired by Jesus's love.

Today, Saint Joseph Catholic Community Old Mission San Jose is an active and faith filled parish with many ministries to participate in. See the vision we share in our parish family. Please join us for Mass or visit the Mission Museum open daily 10am-5pm (510-657-1797).

Resources

News

California Bishops statement regarding migrants
Summer School at St. Joseph School - Begins Jul 30
Salad/Bingo Luncheon - Aug 7
The Assumption of Mary - Aug 15
Faith Formation Registration
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Our Sister Parish in Guatemala

Please read more here about the parish, this important project, and how you can help!

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