About Saint Joseph · Wenatchee, Washington
Saint Joseph Catholic Church in Wenatchee, Washington, is a vibrant parish community rooted in Catholic tradition and active in faith formation, education, and service. The parish celebrates Mass in English and Spanish, offers a wide range of ministries, and operates St. Joseph Catholic School. It is part of the Diocese of Yakima and commemorates its 75th anniversary in 2024. The parish is known for its strong commitment to stewardship, including supporting retired priests and seminarian education through special collections. Recent highlights include the installation of a new pipe organ in Our Lady’s Chapel and active youth and faith formation programs.
- Established
- 1949
- Patron
- Saint Joseph
- Diocese
- Diocese of Yakima
Why belong here
Join a parish that offers rich faith formation for all ages, including religious education, youth groups, and sacramental preparation. Experience vibrant worship in both English and Spanish, and be part of a community that actively supports the Diocese of Yakima through stewardship, service, and education. The parish also operates St. Joseph Catholic School, providing a Catholic education rooted in values and community.
Mass times at Saint Joseph
Weekly Mass schedule
Confession times
- Saturday 7:00 PM (before Mass)
- First Saturday 9:00 AM (before Mass)
About
Saint Joseph Catholic Church in Wenatchee, Washington, is a vibrant parish community rooted in Catholic tradition and active in faith formation, education, and service. The parish celebrates Mass in English and Spanish, offers a wide range of ministries, and operates St. Joseph Catholic School. It is part of the Diocese of Yakima and commemorates its 75th anniversary in 2024. The parish is known for its strong commitment to stewardship, including supporting retired priests and seminarian education through special collections. Recent highlights include the installation of a new pipe organ in Our Lady’s Chapel and active youth and faith formation programs.
History
Saint Joseph Catholic Church in Wenatchee, Washington, celebrates its 75th anniversary in 2024. The parish has a long-standing tradition of faith formation, education, and community service. It has hosted significant events such as the installation of a new pipe organ in Our Lady’s Chapel, and continues to support the Diocese of Yakima’s capital campaign and pastoral initiatives. The parish is deeply involved in ministries for children, youth, and adults, and actively participates in diocesan-wide planning studies and collections for retired priests and seminarian education.
Ministries
The parish offers a wide range of ministries including Faith Formation, Religious Education, Youth Groups, Stewardship, and Capital Campaign. It also supports community outreach through the Migrant Camp Snack Drive and the Catholic Campaign for Human Development. The parish is actively involved in diocesan planning studies and supports the education of seminarians and care for retired priests.
- Faith Formation
- Youth Ministry
- Religious Education
- Stewardship
- Capital Campaign
- Migrant Camp Snack Drive
- Catholic Campaign for Human Development
Sacraments
The parish offers all seven sacraments: Baptism, Reconciliation, Eucharist, Confirmation, Marriage, and Anointing of the Sick. Sacramental preparation is available for all ages, including Confirmation for grades 7–12. The parish also hosts special liturgical celebrations such as Holy Thursday, Good Friday, and Easter Vigil.
- Baptism
- Reconciliation
- Eucharist
- Confirmation
- Marriage
- Anointing of the Sick
School
St. Joseph Catholic School serves students from PK3 through 8th grade. The school provides a strong academic foundation rooted in Catholic values and a caring community where students are known, loved, and challenged. Enrollment for the 2026–27 school year is now open.
- PK3–8th Grade
- Catholic Values
- Academic Excellence
- Community Support