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ST. JOSEPH's YOUNG ADULT MINISTRY


Young adults! You’re all invited to come by to our weekly Bible Study meetings! Come by to connect, share faith with others and build new friendships with brothers and sisters in the Catholic faith. We currently meet Wednesdays and our schedule looks like this: 

  • Holy Hour in the church at 6:30 PM
  • Bible Study at 8:00 PM
  • Fellowship at 9:00 PM

For more info and if you’d like to be added to the WhatsApp group chat contact Gabe at: gabriel.valencia@dsj.org


REGISTRATION FOR FAITH FORMATION 2025-2026 

NOW OPEN!


Children - Grades 1—8  Please register HERE 

   

Adults (OCIA) -  Please register HERE 


Registration fees are due at time of registration. Please include the full name and school grade of the student or note "OCIA" when scheduling your payment at:  https://www.osvhub.com/sjpmv/giving/funds/faith-formation-registration-ocia-english


More information HERE


LAS REGISTRACIONES PARA LA FORMACION EN ESPAñOL ABREN EL 19 DE AGOSTO.


CENA PREDICA DEL ENCUENTRO DE HIJOS E HIJAS - "ENCONTRANDO A CRISTO EN EL CAOS FAMILIAR"


Sábado 2 de agosto en la Plaza St. Joseph (582 Hope St, Mountain View)

Las puertas abren a las 6:00pm | Cena 7:00pm | Prédica 8:00pm

Boletos $45 por persona.  Para más información llama al  408.910.1331 o al 408.724.7700



GATE OF HEAVEN CEMETERY LUNCH & LEARN


Gate of Heaven invites you to join them for a complimentary lunch and discover the peace of mind that comes with Catholic cemetery pre-planning. They have a few upcoming Lunch & Learns planned for summer: August 2nd, August 19th at Gate of Heaven Cemetery at 22555 Cristo Rey Dr., Los Altos, CA 94024, from 11:30AM-1PM.

Please RSVP ccoutreach@dsj.org/(833) 691-1969.


The Institute for Leadership in  Ministry (ILM) is now accepting nominations for the academic year that begins in Sept 2025. The ILM offers a three-year course of study designed for lay leaders who, in response to their baptismal call, serve in various leadership roles such as Liturgy, Catechesis, Youth Ministry, and Social Justice. For information and to explore this valuable opportunity for practical and theological formation, please contact your pastor. You can also learn more about the ILM by visiting this link: https://bit.ly/ilm_eng.  


El Instituto de Liderazgo en el Ministerio (ILM) está aceptando nominaciones para el año académico que comienza en sept de 2025. El ILM ofrece un programa de estudios de tres años diseñado para líderes laicos que, en respuesta a su llamado bautismal, desempeñan diversos roles de liderazgo, como Liturgia, Catequesis, Pastoral Juvenil y Justicia Social. Para información y explorar esta valiosa oportunidad de formación práctica y teológica, comuníquese con su párroco. También puede obtener más información sobre el ILM visitando este enlace: https://bit.ly/ilm_es 


BECOME A  PARISH VOLUNTEER


If you are interested in becoming a volunteer, please click here or call the Parish Office at 650-967-3831. 


Si estás interesado en ser voluntario en alguno de nuestros ministerios, por favor haz clic aquí para obtener información, o llama a la oficina parroquial al 650-967-3831.


Guided Tours of St. Joseph's Cathedral Basilica in downtown San Jose


You are invited to enjoy a guided tour of St. Joseph’s Cathedral. Make it part of your journey in this 2025 Jubilee Year of Hope. Learn about the history of San Jose along with the art and unique architecture of the Cathedral. Tours are Wednesday through Friday from 1-3pm. We are also hoping to find people who would like to become a docent to share the beauty of the Cathedral with visitors. If you are interested, please contact Pat Graaff for information about the latest training schedule. Contact Pat at tennisbumettepat@myyahoo.com


Visita la Catedral Basílica de San José

 

Estás invitado a disfrutar de una visita guiada a la Catedral de San José (80 S Market St, San Jose). Hazlo parte de tu viaje en este Año Jubilar 2025 de Esperanza. Aprende sobre la historia de San José junto con el arte y la arquitectura única de la Catedral. Las visitas son de miércoles a viernes de 1 a 3 pm. También estamos buscando personas que deseen convertirse en guías para compartir la belleza de la Catedral con los visitantes. Si estás interesado, contacta a Pat Graaff para obtener información sobre el calendario de capacitación más reciente. Contacta a Pat en tennisbumettepat@myyahoo.com



The Magazine of the Catholic Diocese of San José.


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DONATE YOUR OLD EYEGLASSES


On January 16th, on behalf of all parishioners and friends of St. Joseph Parish, the Parish Office handed over 235 pairs of used eyeglasses and sunglasses, which had been donated last year, to the Silicon Valley Lions Club, where they will sort through them and repair them (if required) in order to direct them to people in need.

The collection of used eyeglasses continues at our parish and we invite you to participate by dropping off your unwanted or outdated glasses in the donation box at the entrance of the church or you can bring them to the Parish Office.


DONA TUS ANTEOJOS USADOS


El 16 de enero, en nombre de la parroquia de St. Joseph, hicimos entrega de los 235 pares de lentes y anteojos de sol usados, al Club de Leones del Silicon Valley, donde clasificarán cada uno de estos lentes para posteriormente entregarlos a personas en necesidad. 

Nuestra campaña de recolección de lentes y anteojos de sol usados continúa para seguir ayudando a aquellos que los necesitan. Por favor encuentra la caja de donaciones en la iglesia o lleva tus lentes a la oficina parroquial.



 Ongoing in the Parish


EUCHARISTIC ADORATION


Monday through Thursday, 2:30PM (following the 2:00PM Mass) - Benediction at 3:30PM. 

All day Friday from 8:00AM (following the 7:30AM Mass) - Benediction at 3:30PM.


NOVENA TO OUR MOTHER OF PERPETUAL HELP AT ST. JOSEPH PARISH


The Novena to Our Mother of Perpetual Help is now included every Wednesday during our celebration of the 2:00PM Holy Mass. We invite you to join us. 


Estudio de las Sagradas Escrituras 

Todos los lunes de 7:00PM - 8:00PM.


La Parroquia de St. Joseph invita a hombres y mujeres mayores de 18 años, a participar en el Grupo de Estudio de las Sagradas Escrituras. Ven a explorar y compartir reflexiones sobre los textos sagrados para conocer y enriquecer más tu fe. Te esperamos cada lunes en el salón de conferencias de la Oficina Parroquial. Facilitador:  Diácono Oscar Godinez.     

NOTA: estaremos en receso del 30 de junio al 11 de agosto. Reiniciaremos las sesiones el 18 de agosto.                 


Jornada de Oración 

Acompáñanos en las Jornadas de Oración el primer sábado de cada mes. Comenzamos con la Misa de 7:30AM y continuamos con el Santo Rosario hasta las 12:00PM.  

Te esperamos el sábado 2 de agosto.



Devoción al Santo Rosario


De lunes a viernes a las 6:30PM

Sábado - 3PM* (El 1er sábado no habrá Rosario)

Domingo - 12PM


En el verano nos reunimos frente a la Virgen en la Plaza Parroquial.


Novena to Saint Joseph

Join us every Saturday at 3:00PM to pray a novena to St. Joseph, husband of the Blessed Virgin Mary. 

We start with the Chaplet to the Divine Mercy, followed by the Rosary and then the novena.  

All are welcome!


Legion of Mary

Join us every Sunday at 8:00AM at the Parish Office.  The Legion of Mary's goal is to help people get closer to Jesus through Mary. The work is to be done in closest union with Mary. We can participate with apostolic work, prayer and sharing our work with others.


Rosario de Hombres


Primer y tercer sábado del mes - después de misa de 7:00PM.  Nos reunimos adentro de la iglesia.



Adoración Nocturna  |  Nocturnal Adoration

El cuarto sábado del mes, después de la misa de 7:00PM. Le invitamos a acompañarnos en la adoración al Santísimo Sacramento hasta la media noche. Más información sobre la Adoración Nocturna |AQUI|  


Fourth Saturday of the month, after the 7:00PM Mass. Join us in the adoration of the Blessed Sacrament until midnight.  More information |HERE| We look forward to seeing you.


Become a Knight of Columbus


The Knights of Columbus Council #4926 is seeking new members. The KoC is a Catholic lay organization founded on the principles of Charity, Devotion and the promotion of Catholic values, that provides members and their families with volunteer opportunities to serve the needs of Catholic families within the five local Parishes -  St. Joseph, St. Simon, St. Nicholas, St. William and St. Athanasius.   If you are interested in joining, please email your contact information to KofColumbus4926@gmail.com

We meet on the first Tuesday of the month at 6:30PM at the Parish Office. Next meeting: August 5.


St. Vincent de Paul Society - St. Joseph Mountain View


The SVdP Society meets every other Wednesday at 7:00pm. Our in-person meetings are held at the Parish Office (580 Hope Street, Mountain View) on the first Wednesday of the month; our virtual meetings are on the third Wednesday. If you are interested in joining us, please contact Frank Pelkofer at pelkofer@gmail.com



Monthly Evenings of Recollection for Women


Women (18 and over) are invited to the monthly evenings of recollection, at St. Joseph Parish in Mountain View, given by a priest of the Prelature of Opus Dei, with time for prayer, examination of conscience, and confession. Join us on Tuesday, August 12, at 6:30 PM in the church.


Monthly Evenings of Recollection for Men


Men (18 and over) are invited to the monthly evenings of recollection, at St. Joseph Parish in Mountain View, given by a priest of the Prelature of Opus Dei, with time for prayer, examination of conscience, and confession.  We  meet on the third Wednesday of the month at 7:00pm. Join us on August 20, at 7:00 PM.



The Italian Catholic Federation, Branch #47 


Are proud to be a part of St. Joseph Church. We look forward to seeing you at our monthly meetings, on the third Tuesday of each month. Let’s bring our community together and share our faith and religious spirit. We welcome all heritages to strengthen our organization through our diversity. Next meeting: August 19.


AA Sunday Group (weekly meetings)


AA meets every Sunday at 6PM in the Large Conference Room at the Parish Office, 580 Hope St, Mountain View (please use door facing Hope Street).   For more information please call 650-669-1578.



Marriage Preparation Course (English) 


Diocesan Marriage Preparation dates for 2025 are now available! Diocesan Virtual Marriage Preparation Retreat Registration can be found at https://www.dsj.org/evangelization/family-life/marriage-preparation/. This site also includes information on the Marriage Process in the Catholic Church, and in-person retreats. 

If you have questions regarding the course you can email us at evangelization@dsj.org



Preparación Matrimonial (español)


Encuentra las fechas para el Retiro Diocesano de Preparación Matrimonial (virtual) en: https://www.dsj.org/evangelization/family-life/marriage-preparation/. El sitio web también incluye información sobre el proceso matrimonial en la iglesia católica, y sobre retiros en persona. Para más información puedes contactarnos enviando un correo electrónico a  evangelization@dsj.org.



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St. Joseph Mountain View, Catholic School
1120 Miramonte Avenue
Mountain View, CA 94040

Phone: (650) 967-1839
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