Baptism

During this first sacrament of initiation, you are brought into the Body of Christ and also into official membership in the Catholic Church. Original sin is washed away, you receive the Holy Spirit, and you are reborn as a son or daughter of God, united with Christ in his death and resurrection. 

To schedule your infant’s Baptism, call the Parish Office at (636) 227-5247.

Baptisms in English take place during Mass on a rotating schedule. Baptisms in Spanish take place during the 1:00 pm Spanish Mass. You will also need to register for Baptism preparation. See below.

To register for Baptism preparation (create link) program (In English: first Tuesday of the month in the Parish Library), (In Spanish: second Sunday of the month in the Parish Center Conference Room).

First Reconciliation/ First Holy Communion

Parishioners are able to receive their First Reconciliation and First Holy Communion after the age of 7 and older. Your child will need to be enrolled in Faith & Family and complete the First Reconciliation and First Communion preparation program. For questions please call Julie Quillo at (636) 227-5247 ext. 1099.

Confirmation

Parishioners are able to receive the sacrament of Confirmation in middle school or later. You must be enrolled in Faith & Family and complete the Confirmation preparation program. For questions please call Julie Quillo at (636) 227-5247 ext. 1099.
 

Marriage

If you have recently been engaged, congratulations! As fewer couples choose to be married in the Catholic Church, your wedding stands as an important witness to your faith. If you have a priest in mind to celebrate your wedding, please contact him to begin arrangements. If you would like a priest from St. Joseph's parish, please contact our main office. Weddings at St. Joseph should be scheduled at least six months in advance. The priest will explain the whole process at your first meeting, including setting a date (Friday evenings or Saturday at 11:00 am or 1:00 pm) as well as the marriage preparation program. Contact our parish office staff to begin the process today!