Mass & Confession Times

Weekend Masses:
 » Saturday - 5:00pm
 » Sunday - 9:00am & 11:00am

Weekday Masses:
 » Monday 12:00pm, at Ascension Sacred Heart Hospital Chapel
 » Tuesday - no scheduled Masses
 » Wednesday - 5:30pm
 » Thursday - 8:00am
 » Friday - 8:00am

Sacrament of Reconciliation

 » Saturday: 4:30pm - 4:45pm
 » Sunday: 10:15am - 10:45am
 » Friday: 8:30am - 9:30am, first Friday of the Month

 - or contact us for appointment office@stjosephpsj.org

  Note to our visitors:  We are in the Eastern Time Zone  

Welcome

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! 

Announcements

Lent
Daily Lenten Mass:  Monday 12:00, Wednesday 5:30, Thursday & Friday 8:00
Rosary:  Tuesday 10:00
Divine Mercy Chaplet & Adoration:  March 2nd and April 6th at 3:00
Adoration:  Every Friday Morning after Mass 8:30 – 9:30
Stations of the Cross:  Every Friday Evening in Lent 5:30, Lenten Light Meal (soup) Fridays after Stations
Confession:  Saturday 4:30 – 4:45, Sunday 10:15 – 10:45
Lenten Penance Service:  Wednesday, April 9th at 5:30

St Joseph 100 Year Celebration
In order for Bishop Wack to attend our 100 Year Anniversary Celebration, it will be held on October 19th at the 11:00 Mass. Lots of planning needs to be done and we will be having a meeting at a later date for anyone that would like to help. Meanwhile, on March 30th to commemorate the actual anniversary, we will say a rosary at 3:00 at the original Catholic church on 216 Eighth street. Take a moment to join us, say the rosary and see where our church began.

St Patrick's Day Dinner
The Men's Club will be having their St Patrick's Day Dinner on Saturday March 15. Come enjoy a delicious Irish meal of corn beef, cabbage, carrots, potatoes, onions, bread, desert and a drink. To accommodate everyone there will be two seatings, one at 6:00 and one at 7:00 with to go plates also available. Tickets will be available at the door, after every Mass, at the No Name Cafe on Reid Avenue or from the men's club president Chason Almy. Cost is $15.00 for adults, ages 6 to 12 $10.00 and under 6 are free. Click here for more information

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St Joseph Day Celebration & Potluck In honor of St Joseph Day we will have a potluck dinner and celebration in our church hall after the 11:00 Mass on Sunday March 23. Please bring a dish to share with your church family. Come and enjoy good food and fellowship as we honor St Joseph our Patron Saint.

Women's Altar Society Meeting Women's Altar Society will meet on Monday at 5:30. Anyone wanting to join for a potluck before the meeting please be there at 5:00. All ladies are welcome to attend.

St Joseph Donation Table There will be a table for donations beginning March 8 through March 25. Please bring non-perishables to be donated to those in need in honor of St Joseph. The table will be located under the St Joseph banner by the hymn board. We would like as many non-perishables as possible donated in honor of our patron saint and his special day to give to local families in need. Thank you for your generosity.

Stations and Soup Please join us every Friday during Lent at 5:30 for Stations of the Cross. A meal of meatless soup and bread will be provided in the hall afterwards. Everyone is welcome.

Second Collection Thank you to everyone who participated in the Black and Indian Mission Collection last weekend. With your help our parish was able to send $810.00 to help people come to know Jesus. Spreading the Gospel couldn't happen without your support.

Music Notes As we enter into Lent our music changes. We will not be singing the Alleluia or Gloria until Easter with the exception of the Gloria on Holy Thursday. At Sunday Masses, we will sing a different ordinary, the Holy, Holy/Santus and the Lamb of God/ Agnus Dei in Latin. Same tune, different language. We will still sing the Kyrie but a different one. You will find these on a laminated sheet in the pews. Practice for Schola/ choir is on Mondays at 530pm. If you have thought about joining us Sunday mornings, please come check it out! Any questions, please contact Carolyn at (850) 899-0022 or  crcmc@hotmail.com.

Easter Flower Donations & Memorials Easter Flower Donations and Memorial envelopes are available at each entrance of the church.Please print clearly so we are able to put your memorials and donations in our Easter bulletin.

Rice Bowls Bishop William Wack is encouraging everyone to participate in the Catholic Relief Services Rice Bowls during Lent. Rice Bowls are available at each entrance of the church. Please take one home and participate. They can be returned after Lent to the church or you can donate online: crsricebowl.org/ donate. Thank you for your generosity.

2024 Tax Statements If you would like an end of year tax statement please email or call the office.

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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

Gospel Reflection

Second Sunday of Lent

 Becoming “Fully Awake”  Peter and his companions had been overcome by sleep, but becoming fully awake, they saw his glory and the two men standing with him. As they were about to part from him, Peter said to Jesus, “Master, it is good that we are here; let us make three tents, one for you, one for Moses, and one for Elijah.” But he did not know what he was saying. Luke 9:32–33

Reflect, today, upon Peter and his two companions, James and John. Prayerfully ponder them asleep as Jesus was transfigured in glory. Reflect upon them waking up and beginning to realize what was taking place before them. Consider Peter’s excitement and amazement and the effect that had on him. And then ponder how these disciples eventually did go forth to build the Church, the house of God, so that they and many others would come to meet Christ. Pray that the witness of these disciples will inspire you to follow in their footsteps.

My Transfigured Lord, the glory that shone forth from Your divine face in radiance must have been beyond human description. Your true glory in Heaven is something that I hope to one day behold. Please instill in me a desire to more fully understand Your glory and to work tirelessly to be an instrument of that glory to all I meet. Jesus, I trust in You.
 - My Catholic Life

Cover Art: Transfiguration by Feofan Grek