St. Joseph Church
About St. Joseph Church
Tucked in the Lake Michigan shoreline village of Onekama, St. Joseph coordinates its schedule with neighboring St. Raphael of Copemish, alternating Saturday evening Masses between the two communities. Sunday Mass is at 8:00 AM, with additional weekday Masses Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday. The parish runs a food pantry ministry, weekly Holy Hour of Adoration with livestreaming, and OCIA formation — all within the Diocese of Gaylord's 2026 Pastoral Plan.
St. Joseph Church is a Roman Catholic parish in Onekama, Michigan, part of the Diocese of Gaylord. The parish offers Mass 6 times per week, including Sunday at 8 AM. Confession is available on Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday. View the full schedule below.
Mass Schedule
Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Saturday
Mass and sacrament times can change for holy days, seasons, and special events. Please confirm directly with the parish before visiting.
Confession Schedule
Sunday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Saturday
Programs & Ministries
RCIA / OCIA (Becoming Catholic)
OCIA (Order of Christian Initiation for Adults)
AdultsAre you interested in becoming Catholic? Are Catholic, but in need of a Sacrament?
Complete the OCIA Inquiry form or contact the Parish Office for more information.
RCIA / OCIA
Faith Formation & Religious Education
Faith Formation
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the Mass times at St. Joseph Church? ▼
St. Joseph Church Mass times: Sunday at 8 AM. Weekday Mass is also celebrated on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday.
When is confession at St. Joseph Church? ▼
St. Joseph Church confession times: Sunday 7:20 AM - 7:45 AM, 7:20 AM; Tuesday 4:50 PM - 5:15 PM, 4:50 PM; Wednesday 8 AM - 8:15 AM, 8 AM; Saturday 8:30 AM - 8:45 AM, 8:30 AM, 3:15 PM - 3:45 PM, 3:15 PM. Confession is also known as the Sacrament of Reconciliation.
Is there a Saturday Vigil Mass at St. Joseph Church? ▼
Yes, St. Joseph Church celebrates Saturday Vigil Mass at 4 PM. The Saturday Vigil Mass fulfills the Sunday Mass obligation for Catholics.
Does St. Joseph Church have daily Mass? ▼
Yes, St. Joseph Church offers daily Mass on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday. Common weekday Mass times: 10 AM, 5:30 PM, 8:30 AM.
Where is St. Joseph Church located? ▼
St. Joseph Church is located at 8380 5th St, #150, Onekama, MI 49675. Get directions using the "Directions" button on this page.
Nearby Catholic Churches
St. Joseph, Divine Mercy Parish
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St. Raphael of Copemish Catholic Church
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15.4 miles away
St. John Cantius Catholic Church
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St. Anna's
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St. Bernard Catholic Church
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