About St. Joseph · Union, Missouri
St. Joseph Neier Catholic Church in Union, Missouri, is a vibrant parish rooted in over a century of spiritual tradition, offering worship, fellowship, and community through regular Masses, sacraments, and active ministries. The church building, originally constructed in 1868 and renovated multiple times, stands as a testament to enduring faith. The parish is led by two priests, Fr. Peter Blake and Fr. Charles Tichacek, and supported by a dedicated staff including Parish Coordinator Sarah Johnson. All are welcome to experience the beauty of the church, participate in daily life, and join in the mission of building the Body of Christ.
- Established
- 1834
- Patron
- St. Joseph
- Rector
- Fr. Peter Blake
Why belong here
Join a community that welcomes all for worship, fellowship, and service. Experience the beauty of the church, participate in daily Mass and sacraments, and be part of active ministries like Faith Formation, Christian Service, and Stewardship. The parish offers a modern parish center for events, weddings, and gatherings, and a strong emphasis on building the Body of Christ through shared faith and mission.
Mass times at St. Joseph
Weekly Mass schedule
Confession times
- Saturday 4:15pm – 4:45pm
Adoration times
- 1st Thursday of each month
- Each Thursday during Lent after 6:30am Mass and ending with Mass at 1:00pm
History
Since 1834, St. Joseph Neier Parish has been blessed with spiritual tradition. The first wooden church, built 1846–1848, served as a church, school, and lodging for missionaries. A new stone church was built in 1868. The tower and steeple were completed in 1897, and a slate roof added later. In 1961, a sacristy was added; in the 1970s, carpeting and air conditioning were installed. A major renovation began in 1998 and was completed. St. Joseph School was built in 1892, with parish families hauling bricks from Washington, Missouri. The school was razed in 2006, and the current Parish Center now serves as a gathering place and classrooms.
Ministries
The parish is organized around several commissions: Liturgy, Faith Formation, Christian Service, Stewardship, Finance, and Parish Council. Each commission works to inspire and build the faith community, promote education, encourage service, and steward resources for the mission of the Church.
- Liturgy Commission
- Faith Formation Commission
- Christian Service Commission
- Stewardship Commission
- Finance Council
- Parish Council
Sacraments
The parish celebrates the seven sacraments: Baptism, Confirmation, Eucharist, Penance, Anointing of the Sick, Matrimony, and Holy Orders. These sacraments are central to the life of the parish and are offered regularly to all who seek them.
- Baptism
- Confirmation
- Eucharist
- Penance
- Anointing of the Sick
- Matrimony
- Holy Orders