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! 

The Pilgrim's Path Join Fr. Dominic Pham Sept. 16 through Oct. 1, 2026 on a Pilgrimage through Italy. Only a few spots remain, so check out the Nativity Pilgrimage leaving from New Orleans. The round-trip cost is $6,799.00; you will see Rome, Assisi, Florence, Siena and more! Please contact Paula Spears for more information at pilgramageofitaly@gmail.com

Worldwide Marriage Encounter Don't take a summer vacation from your marriage, have it enriched this summer. Time with your spouse on a Worldwide Marriage Encounter weekend is an investment that will pay dividends. Sign up for an upcoming Worldwide Marriage Encounter Experience! Upcoming dates: July 31- Aug 2 in St. Johns, or Oct 30 - Nov 1 in Winter Park. For more information or for other scheduled weekends visit our website at wwme.org or email: Applications@FLCN-wwme.org.

Thinking About This? Have you ever thought about serving at Mass? Please prayerfully consider becoming a Lector, Altar Server, or Eucharistic Minister. These roles are not only important to our parish, but they’re also a beautiful way to grow closer to Christ and feel more connected to our church family. Many who serve say it’s one of the most meaningful and fulfilling ways to live out their faith.

Flower Offerings Flower offering envelopes are now available at both church entrances. Donations to the flower fund may be made in honor or memory of a loved one. As space allows, a brief dedication acknowledging your gift will be listed in the bulletin. We deeply appreciate your generosity in helping keep our sanctuary beautiful.

Flower Offering In Memory of Lt. Col. Joe Payner by Erin & Sienna Payner

Flower Offering In Memory of Joseph F. Harris with love and prayers

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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

Sixteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time

 Transformed by God’s Word  He spoke to them another parable. “The kingdom of heaven is like yeast that a woman took and mixed with three measures of wheat flour until the whole batch was leavened.” Matthew 13:33

Reflect today on the quiet ways God is at work within you, within the Church, and throughout the world. Though you might not always perceive the movement of grace, trust that it is active—like yeast in dough—gently transforming, sanctifying, and preparing hearts for the glory to come. Resist the temptation to measure your spiritual growth by visible signs or immediate results. Instead, remain faithful to prayer, attentive to the Word, and docile to the promptings of the Holy Spirit. God’s Kingdom unfolds in time, and its rising is certain. Even when the world seems overwhelmed by sin or division, remember that the leaven is at work. The final loaf is being prepared for the eternal banquet—and you are being made ready, one hidden grace at a time, until you are fully prepared to share in the joy of the eternal feast.

Most Holy Word of God, speak to me, enter my heart, and transform me by Your grace. Send forth Your Word into Your Church on earth. Make Her holy, that She may reflect the beauty and strength of the Body of Christ. Use me and all the members of Your Body to witness to the world—especially to those who do not yet know You—so that they may be drawn into the wonder and awe of Your transforming power and come to partake in the superabundant Banquet to which we are all called. Jesus, I trust in You.

 - My Catholic Life

Cover Art: Sower and Devil ~ Albin Egger-Lienz

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