About Saint Joseph · Elk Grove, California
St. Joseph Parish in Elk Grove, California, is a faith-filled, spirit-guided community that welcomes all people regardless of background, offering liturgical and sacramental celebrations to foster a genuine encounter with Christ. The parish, which also includes the Mission Church of St. Vincent de Paul in Rancho Murieta, embraces cultural diversity and unity in service. It is committed to living out one faith as One Body in Christ, through worship, prayer, and outreach to the wider community.
- Patron
- Saint Joseph
- Rector
- Fr. Julito R. Orpilla
Why belong here
Join a community that celebrates diversity, offers meaningful liturgy, and provides compassionate ministries like grief support and faith formation. You’ll find a welcoming home where you can grow in your relationship with God through worship, service, and fellowship.
Mass times at Saint Joseph
Weekly Mass schedule
Confession times
- Saturday 2:30pm - 3:30pm
- By appointment
Adoration times
- Following Friday Mass until 10:00am
- First Friday at 7pm
- Following Wednesday Mass until 6:00pm
About Our Parish
St. Joseph Parish is a faith-filled, spirit-guided community that welcomes all people regardless of background, offering liturgical and sacramental celebrations to foster a genuine encounter with Christ. The parish, which also includes the Mission Church of St. Vincent de Paul in Rancho Murieta, embraces cultural diversity and unity in service. It is committed to living out one faith as One Body in Christ, through worship, prayer, and outreach to the wider community.
Mass & Worship
Weekend Masses are held at St. Joseph Church in Elk Grove on Saturday at 4:30pm and Sunday at 7:30am, 9:00am, 11:00am, and 1:00pm. Weekday Masses are at 8:00am Monday through Friday. Spanish Masses are also offered on weekdays. At St. Vincent de Paul Mission Church in Rancho Murieta, weekend Masses are Saturday at 5:00pm and Sunday at 9:00am, with a Wednesday 8:30am Mass.
Ministries & Events
The parish offers a variety of ministries including Grief Support, Creation Care Team, Prayer Warrior Ministry, and Monday Night Prayer Group. Events include the Quo Vadis Retreat for young men, Summer Bible Study, and regular prayer meetings and Bible studies.
- Grief Support Sessions
- Creation Care Team
- Prayer Warrior Ministry
- Monday Night Prayer Group
- Quo Vadis Retreat
- Summer Bible Study
Faith Formation & Sacraments
The parish offers faith formation programs, including registration for Confirmation/Catequesis for the 2026-2027 school year. Sacraments are not explicitly listed, but the parish provides resources for sacramental preparation and catechesis.
- Registration for Confirmation/Catequesis
- Faith Formation Programs