St. Joseph Patron Church · Bushwick, Brooklyn
Celebrate the Sacraments
Journey through baptism, confirmation, marriage, and pastoral care with our bilingual parish community serving Bushwick, Ridgewood, and Bed-Stuy.
Baptism
Families participate in a monthly preparation session before selecting a date for their child’s baptism.
- Parent orientation held on the first Sunday of each month
- Godparent eligibility forms available online
- Celebrated during select weekend Masses or private ceremonies
Eucharist & Confirmation
Children and teens prepare through parish faith formation, while adults participate in the RCIA journey.
- First Communion preparation for 2nd graders begins each fall
- Confirmation retreats held each spring for teens
- RCIA meets Tuesdays at 7:00 PM for adults seeking initiation
Marriage & Vocations
Engaged couples meet with a priest and mentor couple to prepare for the sacrament of marriage.
Contact us if you feel called to the diaconate or religious life—we would love to support your discernment.
- Marriage preparation ideally begins six months prior to the wedding
- Sponsor couple accompaniment and retreat weekends provided
- Referral connections for diocesan vocation directors
Anointing & Pastoral Care
When illness, surgery, or aging present challenges, our priests and care ministers offer the grace of the sacraments and the support of community.
- Emergency sacramental line: (555) 987-6543
- Communion to the homebound available weekly
- Pastoral visits arranged through the parish office