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 OnLine  Click HERE! 

Wedding Blessings Please join St. Joseph Catholic Church in celebrating and praying for Catlyn Robles and Zachary Ryan as they prepare to be united in holy matrimony next weekend. May their wedding day be the beautiful beginning of a lifetime filled with love, joy and shared blessings. Congratulations to the happy couple as they count down the days!

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. For more information contact the OCIA coordinator, Tom Curry at  850-624-9061  or the church office 850-227-1417 .

Lost & Found A distinctly designed wedding band was found on the church grounds. Please contact the Parish Office with a detailed description to claim it.

Christmas Luncheon Tickets for our December 13th Christmas Luncheon officially go on sale after all Masses next weekend, starting Saturday, Nov. 14th. - Dec 6th. Tickets are $10.00 per person and must be purchased in advance so our kitchen team can prepare accurately. Our menu features a beautiful feast of smoked turkey, vegetable Lentil pie, mashed potatoes, green beans, roasted corn, and sweet potato salad - with thoughtful options for our diabetic and vegetarian parishioners. We look forward to seeing you there!

Fall Bake Sale The Altar Society will be sponsoring our Fall Bake Sale fundraiser at the Nov. 7th Salt Aire Market. All church members are invited to bake for this event. Containers and labels will be available in the social hall Sunday Nov. 1st and during office hours on the 2nd, 3rd and 5th. Baked goods may be dropped off Friday the 6th from 1-3 PM or at the Market on Nov. 7th. Set up begins on site by 7:30 Thank you all who support this fundraiser.

Five Wishes Workshop Planning with Faith: God calls us to be good stewards of our lives and health. Join us on Thursday November 5th at 5 p.m. in the church hall for an advance care workshop with Big Bend Hospice. Every person will get a free Five Wishes booklet. This booklet is a legal living will that lets you share your medical and spiritual choices. We will complete them together during the hour. No sign-ups are needed, but please contact the parish office if you plan to attend so we have enough booklets.

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.

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

Thirty-second Sunday in Ordinary Time

 The Bridegroom and the Bride  Jesus told his disciples this parable: “The kingdom of heaven will be like ten virgins who took their lamps and went out to meet the bridegroom. Five of them were foolish and five were wise.” Matthew 25:1–2

Reflect today on the oil in your own lamp. Is it full and ready to burn brightly at a moment’s notice? Have you been attentive to the daily promptings of grace, or have you grown spiritually drowsy, distracted by worldly cares? Ask the Lord to awaken your soul, to keep you vigilant and eager for His coming, whether at the end of your life or in the quiet moments of each day. Remain watchful, and be prepared to follow Him in every moment of every day.

My Lord and Bridegroom of the Church, You call us to vigilance, so that when You come to us whether by grace throughout the day or at the end of our lives we may be ready to follow You into the wedding feast of Divine Union. Free me, I pray, from all complacency and spiritual sloth. Grant me instead the virtues of attentiveness and diligence, that I may respond to every graced moment with love and fidelity. May each response draw me into deeper communion with You, now and forever. Jesus, I trust in You.
 - My Catholic Life

Artwork: Parable of the Wise and Foolish Virgins, detail by Friedrich Wilhelm Schadow

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