Contact & Location for Saint Joseph Catholic Church
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Service Times for Saint Joseph Catholic Church
Sunday 9:00 AM
Mass
Sunday 11:00 AM
Mass
Tuesday 8:15 AM
Mass
Wednesday 8:15 AM
Mass
Thursday 8:15 AM
Mass
Friday 8:15 AM
Mass
Saturday 5:00 PM
Saturday (Vigil) Mass
From the church’s website · checked Oct 2026
Leadership
Fr. Brendan J. Walsh
Pastor
What their website says
Fr. Brendan J. Walsh Pastor
Programs & Ministries at Saint Joseph Catholic Church
About Saint Joseph Catholic Church
Saint Joseph Catholic Church in Dexter, Michigan is a warm and welcoming parish that strives to support the spiritual journey of its parishioners while offering social and service opportunities to the parish family. The parish maintains two locations—the Country Church on Mast Road and the Village Church on Dover Street—with weekend masses offered on Saturday at 5:00 PM and Sunday at 9:00 AM and 11:00 AM. Beyond worship, Saint Joseph is deeply committed to community care through its Caritas Committee, which distributes charitable collections to organizations serving those in need, including Dexter Family Services, Catholic Habitat for Humanity, and local food pantries. The parish also provides weekday communion services and reconciliation opportunities, fostering spiritual growth throughout the week.
First-Time Visitor Info for Saint Joseph Catholic Church
Dress Code: Catholic tradition typically calls for respectful attire; many parishioners wear business casual or formal clothing to weekend services. Service Format: Mass follows the Roman Catholic liturgy with readings, hymns, homily, and the Eucharist; weekend services run approximately one hour. Visitor Tips: Arrive a few minutes early to find seating; visitors of all backgrounds are welcome, and parish staff can answer questions about participation in specific parts of the service.
Groups & programs
VBSVacation Bible School
What their website says
religious education, vacation bible school, bible studies or other parish events
History & building
Founded in 1840
St. Joseph Parish was founded in 1840 when eight Irish Catholic families gathered to celebrate Mass. In 2008, the new Country Church was dedicated.
What their website says
Founded in 1840 when eight Irish Catholic families gathered to celebrate Mass on January 1
Hosts weddings
What their website says
our little church in Dexter—the “Village Church”—is kept in excellent condition ... as well as for weddings and funerals.
Ministry, leadership and visit details above come from the church’s own website. They can change, so please confirm with the church.
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