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.

Oh Come Emmanuel 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 day. Have a safe and happy holiday. 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 Parish/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

• Weekly Bulletin
• Join our Community  - Register here


• Volunteer with us - Signup here
• Pictorial Directory
• Guide to Ministries at Saint Joseph
• Getting Married at St. Joseph and Baptisms
• Registration forms (Adult, Youth, Preschool, and more...)
• Electronic Giving (EFT)

News

• Advent schedule and Christmas Mass Times
• Lectio Divina ~ Living the Gospel
• Simbang Gabi ~ Traditional Filipino Dawn Mass - Dec 22
• Las Posadas at Old Mission San Jose - Dec 14-23
• Espada Court Victorian Christmas
• See more news here...

Our Sister Parish in Guatemala

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

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