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! 

Directory Postponed
The directory has been postponed until a little later to try and get a few more parishioner pictures in it. If you haven't sent in your picture yet please send it as soon as possible to web@stjosephpsj.com.

Baptism At the 9:00 Mass, we will be celebrating the baptism of Henderson James Gorey son of Collin and Delilah Harrison Gorey. Please join them along with Godparents Jake Howse and Abby Peoples as we welcome him into a forever relationship with Christ and His church.

Adult RCIA and Adult Sacramental Preparation Class Are you looking to become a Catholic? Are you a baptized Catholic over 18 who has not received the Sacraments 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. We will be starting our RCIA program. If you are interested please contact the office @ 850-227-1417.

Priest Convocation Fr Mathew will be out of town for convocation from October 28th until October 31st. During that time Deacon Paul will have communion service on Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday at our regular mass times and Friday Adoration.

Adult Religious Study Please join us Tuesday evenings at 6:00 for our adult religious study. These classes will cover "Blue Collar Apologetics" by John Martignoni. Come learn how to explain and defend our Catholic Faith! It is all right if you can’t attend every class. Join anytime, each class is a different topic. Come join us and gain a deeper understanding of our faith.

100 Year Celebration Commemorative Ornaments We have ordered some ornaments commemorating the 100 year Anniversary of our church. They did not arrive on time for the celebration but will arrive the first week of December. Further information to follow in future bulletins.

Divine Mercy Chaplet Please join us next Sunday at 3:00 for the Divine Mercy Chaplet and Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament.

Thank You Thank you to everyone who donated to World Mission Sunday to support mission dioceses around the world, where priest, religious and lay leaders serve the world's most vulnerable communities. With your help we were able to send $765.00 to support the life-giving presents of the Church among the poor and marginalized.

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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 in memory of a loved one, please contact the office at least 2 weeks in advance. Call: 850-227-1417

Thirtieth Sunday in Ordinary Time

 Humility in Prayer  “Two people went up to the temple area to pray; one was a Pharisee and the other was a tax collector. The Pharisee took up his position and spoke this prayer to himself, ‘O God, I thank you that I am not like the rest of humanity—greedy, dishonest, adulterous, or even like this tax collector.’” Luke 18:10–11

Reflect, today, upon the humility found in the prayer of this tax collector. As you do, look at your own practice of prayer and discern whether you imitate this tax collector’s disposition and prayer. Try to commit to physically humbling yourself before our Lord every day. Kneel, bow your head, or fall down prostrate every day. When you do pray, beg for mercy as one who doesn’t deserve anything from God. This is the humble truth on which all prayer must be based. The more you can humble yourself this way, the more God will lift you up and pour forth His mercy upon you.

O God, be merciful to me, a sinner. I bow before You, most glorious and merciful God. I offer You my praise and gratitude for Your abundant mercy in my life. I am not worthy of You and Your grace, but You bestow it anyway. For that I thank You with profound gratitude and beg for the ongoing gift of Your grace. Jesus, I trust in You.
 - My Catholic Life

Cover Art: The Pharisee and the Publican by Sir John Everett Millais

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