About St. Joseph · Monte Vista, Colorado
St. Joseph Parish in Monte Vista, Colorado, is part of the San Juan Catholic Community and serves the local Catholic population with regular Masses, sacraments, and faith formation programs. The parish is located at 425 Batterson Street and offers Mass on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday, with Adoration on Friday mornings. It is led by Father Albert Berkmans, who was ordained in 2009 and serves as Administrator. The parish also supports ministries such as Religious Education, Sacramental preparation, and community outreach, with services available in English and Spanish. The church building underwent a major renovation, completed in 2020, and the parish encourages parishioners to participate in its spiritual and social life.
- Patron
- St. Joseph
- Rector
- Father Albert Berkmans
- Diocese
- Diocese of Pueblo
Why belong here
Join St. Joseph Parish to experience regular Mass, sacraments, and faith formation for all ages. The parish offers bilingual Masses, religious education, and community events, including Adoration and Confession. With a focus on spiritual growth and service, the parish welcomes families and individuals seeking a Christ-centered community.
Mass times at St. Joseph
Weekly Mass schedule
Confession times
- Saturday at 4:00 - 4:45 p.m. (Monte Vista)
- Sunday before Mass at 7:30 a.m. (Del Norte)
- Saturday after Mass (South Fork)
- Saturday from 3:30 p.m. until 3:50 p.m. (Creede)
Adoration times
- Friday: 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 Noon
Faith Formation
Faith formation is catechesis designed to deepen a relationship with Jesus Christ through educational and enrichment opportunities. Programs are available for all ages, including Religious Education (K-6, 7-12), Sacramental preparation, and Confirmation classes on Sundays from 11:15 to 12:30.
- Word of Life Series (K-6)
- Chosen Letter to Parents (7-12)
- Bilingual Mass on Third Sunday
- Sacramental Records Request Form
- Quinceañera Classes and Fees
Sacraments
Sacraments are available for all ages and include Baptism, First Communion, Reconciliation, Confirmation, Marriage, Anointing of the Sick, and Quinceañera. Sacramental preparation requires enrollment in Religious Education and contact with the parish office for scheduling.
- Baptism
- First Communion
- Reconciliation
- Confirmation
- Marriage
- Anointing of the Sick
- Quinceañera
Ministries
The parish offers a variety of ministries including Religious Education, Adoration, E-Giving, and community outreach. Deacon Ray Torres directs Religious Education, and the parish office provides support for sacraments and parishioner registration.
- Religious Education
- Adoration
- E-Giving
- Community Outreach
- Sacramental Preparation
Contact & Office
The parish office is located at 425 Batterson Street, Monte Vista, CO 81144. Office hours are Monday–Thursday, 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Closed on holidays. Contact (719) 852-2673 or email [email protected] for inquiries.
- Phone: 719-852-2673
- Email: [email protected]
- Office Hours: Mon–Thu 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
- After Hours Emergency Priest: 719-852-0644
Pastors & rectors through the years
- Father Albert Berkmans2009–present
Ordained in 2009; Priest of the Hearalds of the Good News, a religious order from India.