Baptism

Baptism will normally be celebrated during the Sunday liturgy to fulfill the liturgical requirement of community being present to witness the new life given to their brother/sister in Jesus Christ. Baptisms are celebrated at all Masses on the last complete weekend of the month (when the last Saturday and Sunday of the month are in the same month).

Baptisms also are celebrated on the 4th Saturday; for 10 a.m. (English) or 11 a.m. (Spanish).
(This is the rite only; no Mass/Communion).

There are no Baptisms during Advent or Lent.

Parents (registered, active members of St. Joseph) may click on the links below for detailed document on requirements or call the parish for additional information.

Call the parish office at 817.472.5181 or click here for more information about scheduling  your child's baptism.

 

Reconciliation

We offer confessions every Saturday in the Church from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. and every 1st friday of the month 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m.


Ofrecemos confesiones todos los sábados en la Iglesia de 10 a.m. a 11:30 a.m. y cada primer viernes del mes de 10:30 a.m. a 12 p.m.

 

 

First Communion

Preparation for First Communion is a two consecutive year process.  The first year the child MUST participate in Sunday Morning Faith Formation Classes, or be enrolled at St. Joseph Catholic School.  The second year the child must REGISTER again  AND also register for SACRAMENT PREPARATION for First Confession/First Communion.  Since SACRAMENT PREPARATION is an additional program, families need to submit a copy of the child's Baptism certificate and the additional fee to complete enrollment to the parish office for SACRAMENT PREPARATION registration.

 

PRIMERA COMUNION

La preparación para el Sacramento de la Primera Comunión requiere 2 años consecutivos de preparación. El primer año, los niños DEBEN de asistir a clases de catecismo los domingos en la mañana. El segundo año, los niños deben de ser REGISTRADOS para las clases de catecismo los domingos en la mañana Y ADEMAS deben de ser registrados para el programa “PREPARACION SACRAMENTAL”: Primera Confesión/Primera Comunión. Ya que este es un programa adicional, las familias deben de entregar una copia de la fe de bautismo y la cuota adicional  a la oficina para completar su registración.  



Confirmation

Preparation for Confirmation for high School 10th graders is held during the school year (September-April) and the sacrament is usually received in May of that year. For additional information, please contact the Parish Office at 817-472-5181 for more information.

 

Marriage

The Diocese of Fort Worth requires extensive preparation for the couple planning to be married in accordance with the Church.  This preparation process is designed and intended for one purpose: to help the couple achieve a life-long loving relationship in Christ and with each other.
 
All couples must schedule a meeting with Fr. Mercado before they can schedule their wedding.  To avoid disappointment, couples must contact the church office at least 9-12 months prior to their proposed wedding date, to begin the process.

 

Sacrament of the Sick

If your spouse or a family member is confined at home or in the hospital with an illness, please notify the church office so we can arrange communion for them or a visit. Any family member with a serious illness or impending operation will be given the sacrament of the sick if you will notify us promptly. This sacrament addresses the PHYSICAL, PSYCHOLOGICAL, and SPIRITUAL needs of the sick. It is an added dimension of total care and concern for our loved ones.
 

 

Non-Catholics

Non-Catholics who wish to enter the Church are usually brought in though the RCIA Process (Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults). This is a year-round process though which those who are interested are introduced to the Church and offered the opportunity to receive the Sacraments of initiation (Baptism, Eucharist and Confirmation) during the Easter Vigil, or at other appropriate times during the year.  Please call the parish office for information.

 

Holy Orders & Religious Life

For more information on the Sacrament of Holy Orders and/or Religious Life, contact the Office of Vocations at the Diocese of Fort Worth.