Together We Are St. Joseph: a healthy, growing, and welcoming faith community that brings people to Christ, forming intentional disciples and sending them out to transform the world. Every member is committed to worship, grow, serve, connect, and give.

Campus Life

Visit our school pages by clicking the School menu tab. For current campus happenings, see the Spotlight News below or visit our Bulletins & Communications page. Follow St. Joseph Campus on Facebook & YouTube! As a parish of the Diocese of Des Moines, we also invite you to check out diocesan-wide happenings by clicking on the Events & Resources menu tab.

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MASS TIMES

Saturday | 5pm

Sunday | 8am & 10am

Monday | No Mass or Communion Service at this time

Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday | 8:30am (preceded by 8am Holy Rosary)

HISPANIC MASSES & SERVICES

St. Joseph’s does not presently offer Masses in Spanish. For a list of parishes in the Diocese of Des Moines that do offer Masses, sacraments, and other services for the Hispanic community, please click here.

MASSES AT OTHER PARISHES

For Mass times within the Diocese of Des Moines, click here.

For Mass times throughout the world, click here.

SACRAMENTS

All are invited to share in the sacramental life of St. Joseph Parish. Hours for the healing Sacrament of Penance (reconciliation) are Saturdays, 3:30pm-4:45pm; Sundays, 7:15am-7:45am and 9:15am-9:45am; and by appointment. To receive the Anointing of the Sick, please call the Parish Office. Please visit the Preparing for Sacraments page (under Faith Formation) for information on the Sacraments of Baptism, Confirmation, Eucharist, Holy Orders, and Matrimony.

INVITATIONS TO PRAYER

Eucharistic Adoration in the Tabernacle: Come to pray, reflect, or simply rest in Our Lord’s presence in the Blessed Sacrament. The church is open for prayer time: Monday, Wednesday, and Friday 6:30am – 9am, then noon – 9pm; Tuesday & Thursday, 6:30am – 9pm; Saturday, 7:00am-6:30pm; and 7am-8pm on Sunday.

While Jesus is always available for us to visit in the church tabernacle, we are gradually expanding our traditional Eucharistic Adoration hours. Presently, Jesus is exposed in the monstrance every Tuesday – Friday, 7am-8am, and on Thursday, 9am-9pm. If you are able to commit to one hour during this time frame, please call or email the Parish Office. Si hablas español, call David Ortega at 515-402-4734.

First Sunday Rosary, Exposition & Benediction: On the first Sunday every month, all are invited to the church at 4pm for 20 Decades of the Rosary, Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament, and Benediction. Please join us for this longstanding prayer tradition at St. Joseph Catholic Church.

SERVICE

Our various councils, committees, and ministries provide year-round opportunities for individuals to share their gifts in the service of the campus and extended community. Please visit the Service Groups and Mass Ministries pages (under Councils & Service) for information on the groups and activities that best fit your time, talents, and treasures.

FELLOWSHIP

St. Joseph’s offers abundant opportunities for fellowship and faith-building, many of which were halted during the pandemic. However, signs of parish life are returning! Be sure to visit the Parish Center after most Sunday Masses for lively social time with coffee and donuts. Looking for a scripture study or other opportunity to connect with fellow parishioners? Check out our Sunday bulletin and the Faith Formation tab for the most current opportunities. We also invite you to experience the wonderful online community for Catholics worldwide, Formed.org!

Spotlight News

NEW OPPORTUNITIES FOR EXPLORATION, FAITH & FELLOWSHIP

June 10 | Fr. Ross Parker 10-year Anniversary Dinner | St. Mary in Elkhart, after 5pm Mass

June 11 | The Veil Removed FREE Webinar | sign up here, 7pm

June 12 | The Third Option | Mercy College, 7pm

June 13 | Young Catholic Network Rooftop Social | Roof of Market One Building in East Village, 6pm

June 16 | Sacred Heart Catholic Church Feast Day Celebration! | Food trucks, kid’s activities, beer & wine, live band – bring a chair | Sacred Heart in WDM, 5:30pm (Mass), 6:30pm (Celebration) ALL ARE INVITED!

June 16 | Rome Beneath the Surface | Dcn. Omar Gutierrez of the Evangelium Institute will tell the story of the discoveries under the Eternal City, discoveries that can help us better understand our faith and why we are called to share it. Don’t miss this extraordinary audio-visual presentation! Get details and register by clicking here | St. Francis of Assisi, 7pm

June 16 | Iowa Cubs Fundraiser for A-NOD for Situational Awareness, LLC (its mission is to provide programming and products that act as an accommodation for families who deal with anxieties, disabilities, or mental health concerns, especially while in the presence of our First Responders) | Find tickets here. | See flyer here | Questions? Email Diane Thacker here | Principal Park, 7:08pm

June 17 | Farewell Reception for Fr. Daniel Adjei | Parish Center after 5pm Mass

SMALL GROUP OPPORTUNITIES – ALL GROUPS AND COMMITTEES ARE WELCOMING NEW MEMBERS!

The Saturday Morning Men’s Prayer Group meets each Saturday morning at 7:30am, in the Parish Center. Questions? Email Deacon Bill.

The Saturday Morning Women’s Prayer Group meets every second and fourth Saturday of each month. Questions? Email Sherry.

The Ladies Matthew 18:20 Prayer Group meets once a month and the date varies. Want more info or have questions? Email Sonya.

The Martha & Mary Group meets every second and fourth Sunday at 1pm in the Parish Center. Questions? Please email for more information. Email Dawn.

FAITH FORMATION PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS

Adult Faith Formation sessions for parents are held every first Wednesday of the month, featuring overview of Youth Faith Formation (YFF) lessons for the month and how parents can enhance this learning at home. The session is conveniently held during the children’s YFF class time. All St. Joseph parents with children at St. Joseph School or public school are encouraged to join us; parents of YFF-enrolled children are required to attend 5 of the 6 total sessions.

“Only in Christ can men and women find answers to the ultimate questions that trouble them. Only in Christ can they fully understand their dignity as persons created and loved by God.”

— POPE ST. JOHN PAUL II