St. Joe’s is a vibrant, diverse and ever-evolving Catholic parish in the heart of Ottawa. It is a place where one and all are invited to experience community, contribute to social transformation and grow spiritually.
- Welcome!
It is an ancient Catholic tradition that all are welcome! Come, check us out. Ask questions. Be yourself as God created you! Connect with community – connect with diversity – connect with the tension of inclusion.
- Mission Statement
We who choose St. Joseph’s Parish are called, as part of the Body of Christ, in the Archdiocese of Ottawa to be:
A Proclaiming community which is a living witness to Christ in the inner city and in partnership with the Oblates of Mary …
- The Oblates
The Missionary Oblates were founded in 1816 by Saint Eugene de Mazenod. Our motto is: “He has sent me to bring the Good News to the poor [...]. The Good News is proclaimed to the poor” (Luke 4:18; Matthew 11:5).
- History
Tens of thousands of people have been parishioners at St. Joseph’s over the past 155 years. Some were heroes, others were well-known people, but most were (and are) simply everyday people. This part of the website provides a history of the parish, …
- Masses
WEEKEND MASSES
Saturday Evening Mass 5 p.m.This is a small, friendly community gathering where all are welcome. This community often offers potluck suppers through the year. With its intimate size, you may find it easier to meet people. There is a …
- Photos
Neighbourhood Gatherings (the Ottawa West Central Group): November 2011
Valerie, Fr. Andy, Mike and Luke
Alan, Elaine and Valerie
- Leadership
The year 2011 has been a year of new beginnings – a new pastor, a new director of administration, new Parish Council members. We also have a new Missal, as introduced by our Liturgy Committee, and a new communications plan. …
- Catholic News
Peruse the Friday Fax and other Catholic publications on the St. Joe’s website!
- Donations
How much is an offering?
The donation envelopes follow a tithing scale of 5% of your weekly income. We recommend that you sit with your family and carefully review your finances and discuss what will work for you.