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Catholic Churches in Berkeley, California

St. Joseph the Worker

Diocese of Oakland

Directions

Address

1640 Addison Street
Berkeley, CA 94703

About St. Joseph the Worker

St. Joseph the Worker in Berkeley, California has anchored the Addison Street neighborhood since 1878, when its Romanesque church was built with a legacy of devotion to the dignity of labor. The parish has long served Berkeley's Spanish-speaking community, offering Sunday and Saturday vigil Masses in Spanish alongside its English schedule. Located in the Diocese of Oakland, the church is known for its stained-glass windows and its tradition of social justice engagement.


St. Joseph the Worker is a Roman Catholic parish in Berkeley, California, part of the Diocese of Oakland. The parish offers Mass 7 times per week, including Sunday at 8 AM and 10 AM. Confession is available on Friday, Saturday. Eucharistic Adoration is offered — see schedule below. View the full schedule below.

Mass Schedule

Sunday

8 AM
Spanish
10 AM

Monday

12:15 PM

Wednesday

12:15 PM

Friday

12:15 PM
7 PM(First Fridays Only)
Spanish

Saturday

7 PM
Spanish

Mass and sacrament times can change for holy days, seasons, and special events. Please confirm directly with the parish before visiting.

Confession Schedule

Friday

1:30 PM - 2:30 PMFirst Fri.
5:30 PM - 6:30 PMFirst Fri.

Saturday

6 PM - 7 PM

Eucharistic Adoration

Friday: 1 PM - 6:45 PM (1st Friday Adoration and devotions)

Programs & Ministries

Rosary Groups

Rosary and Divine Mercy Chaplet

Schedule: Monday

Monday 11:30am before 12:15 PM Mass

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the Mass times at St. Joseph the Worker?

St. Joseph the Worker Mass times: Sunday at 8 AM, 10 AM. Weekday Mass is also celebrated on Monday, Wednesday, Friday.

When is confession at St. Joseph the Worker?

St. Joseph the Worker confession times: Friday 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM, 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM; Saturday 6 PM - 7 PM. Confession is also known as the Sacrament of Reconciliation.

Is there a Saturday Vigil Mass at St. Joseph the Worker?

Yes, St. Joseph the Worker celebrates Saturday Vigil Mass at 7 PM. The Saturday Vigil Mass fulfills the Sunday Mass obligation for Catholics.

Does St. Joseph the Worker have daily Mass?

Yes, St. Joseph the Worker offers daily Mass on Monday, Wednesday, Friday. Common weekday Mass times: 12:15 PM, 7 PM.

Where is St. Joseph the Worker located?

St. Joseph the Worker is located at 1640 Addison Street, Berkeley, CA 94703. Get directions using the "Directions" button on this page.

Does St. Joseph the Worker have Eucharistic Adoration?

Yes, St. Joseph the Worker offers Eucharistic Adoration. Schedule: Friday 1 PM - 6:45 PM.