Welcome to St. Joseph Catholic Church
Welcome to our vibrant small town church, where we celebrate faith, hope, and community together.
Join us in creating meaningful relationships and discovering your spiritual home!
We warmly welcome you to St. Joseph Catholic Church in Friend, Nebraska!
As a faith community rooted in the love of Christ, we strive to live out the teachings of the Catholic Church through prayer, worship, and service. Whether you are a lifelong member, a visitor, or searching for a spiritual home, you will find a friendly and supportive parish family here.
We encourage participation in the sacraments — Baptism, Confirmation, Holy Communion, Reconciliation, Matrimony, and Anointing of the Sick — nurturing your spiritual journey.
Join us for faith formation programs designed to deepen understanding and devotion!
May you experience God’s grace and peace as you become part of our parish family at St. Joseph Catholic Church. We are here to support you in faith, hope, and love.
Mass Schedule
Saturday Vigil - 5:00 p.m.
Sunday - 9:00 a.m.
Confessions are offered 30 minutes before each Mass.
Becoming a Catholic
Our Order of Christian Initiation of Adults (OCIA) Classes are your journey towards becoming a Catholic presented by our priest Rev. Kenneth Borowiak.
OCIA is the process through which adults become members of the Catholic Church. It involves a series of stages that include prayer, instruction in the faith, and full participation in the sacraments of initiation: Baptism, Confirmation, and Eucharist. OCIA is designed to support individuals as they grow in understanding and commitment to the faith. The process is open to anyone seeking to join the Church or complete their sacraments.
Contact us to learn more and receive access to our OCIA Portal!
Catholic Links & Media
Catholic Answers (Questions & Answers)
Formed (Free Catholic Streaming Service)
The Chosen (Free Online TV Series on the Life of Jesus)
Spirit Catholic Radio (Nebraska’s Catholic Radio Service)
Word on Fire (Catholic Media by Bishop Robert Barron)
EWTN (Global Catholic Television)
A Catholic Radio Game Show is a very fun and effective way for us to learn our faith. I found this program, “Catholic Challenge Quiz Show,” on the Living Bread Radio Network in Ohio; I hope you enjoy it.
Catholic Challenge Quiz Show - Living Bread Radio Network