About St. Anthony of Padua · Folk, Missouri
St. Joseph Parish in Westphalia, Missouri, is a Roman Catholic community established in 1835 alongside the town of Westphalia. It serves over 450 families and is part of the Diocese of Jefferson City. The parish features multiple Mass times, active ministries like Vacation Bible School and Men’s Groups, and maintains historic architecture including stained glass windows and murals renovated in 2020. The current pastor is Father Dylan Schrader, supported by Deacon Jim Haaf and parish staff including Dawn Haslag.
- Established
- 1835
- Patron
- Saint Joseph
- Rector
- Father Dylan Schrader
- Diocese
- Diocese of Jefferson City
Why belong here
Join a community of over 450 families who gather and grow in faith through weekly Mass, sacraments, and ministries like Vacation Bible School for children and Men’s Groups for adult men. The parish offers spiritual support, social events, and a historic church with ongoing renovations and traditions.
Mass times at St. Anthony of Padua
Weekly Mass schedule
Confession times
- Saturday 4:00 pm (Westphalia)
- Sunday 6:30 am (Westphalia)
- Sunday following 10am Mass (Westphalia)
- Wednesday 4:30 pm (Folk)
- Friday following 8am Mass (Westphalia)
- First Saturdays 7:00 am (odd months in Westphalia; even months in Linn)
History and Photos
The first Mass was celebrated on August 6, 1835, by Father Christian Hoecken. The present church’s cornerstone was laid in 1848. The bell tower was added in 1883, and the church was consecrated in 1894. Major renovations occurred in 1905 and again in 2020, including structural work and mural/stained glass restoration.
Ministries
The parish offers ministries for all ages, including Vacation Bible School for children and Men’s Groups for adult men. Events like the annual parish picnic and faith formation programs are also available.
- Vacation Bible School
- Men’s Group
- Parish Picnic
- Faith Formation
Staff
The parish is led by Pastor Father Dylan Schrader and Deacon Jim Haaf, with parish staff including Dawn Haslag, Church Secretary.
- Father Dylan Schrader
- Deacon Jim Haaf
- Dawn Haslag