Welcome to Our Parish Community!

Welcome to Our Lady of Grace and St. Joseph, two of the most deeply-rooted and oldest Roman Catholic churches in the United States. Our Lady of Grace, founded in 1851, and St. Joseph, founded in 1871, were merged into one parish in 2008. We would like to extend a warm greeting to you and encourage you to explore the ministries and activities that occur in our parish.

We are a large community that is here to help fulfill your spiritual needs as well as help you find some peace in the busy Hoboken and Jersey City areas. We are here to help support you locally as you live the Catholic faith in a global society, and we welcome you to share your talents and interests with us. Each day we strive to create a spirit-filled and service-oriented parish that is a beacon of faith, hope, and love not only within our community but in our society as well.

Please feel free to visit us at any time, join us at one of our Masses, or attend one of our events. Welcome to our parish, and we look forward to growing in faith with you!

LATEST NEWS

PLEASE TAKE A DOVE FROM OUR ADVENT GIVING TREES

Please take a dove from the giving tree at either church and return your gift by Sunday, December 22, at the church. You do not have to wrap the gift but if you do, tape the dove on it since it indicates gender and age. You may also donate gift cards for the homeless and elderly. Hand them to one of the priests or bring to the Parish Center or St. Joseph Rectory. Thank you for your generosity!

PLEASE DONATE TO OUR ANNUAL CHRISTMAS APPEAL

We always look forward to Christmas because for a brief period of time we feel the joy of humanity. This season, however, comes on the heels of so much grief and violence in our midst. Yet, the Little Infant reminds us of how his simple birth reawakened the force for good that we can harvest in our world. Let us dedicate ourselves to such a noble goal.

It is also a time for our parish to receive, once again, some financial support to cover needed repairs and improvements. We have installed a second boiler at OLG at a total cost of $100,000. At St. Joseph, we plan to renovate the garden area outside the rectory. Your donation at Christmas will make these happen.

We have a total goal for both churches of $58,000 and will hold the collection open until January 15, 2025.

Christmas is more than just our collection. It’s about the spirit of love that Jesus ushers into the world, which badly needs it. Let us pray that one Silent Night will inspire us to sing all year long with peace, love, joy and justice.

WOMEN'S PRAYER GROUP MEETS ON TUESDAYS

The Women’s Prayer Group has resumed every Tuesday at 10 AM in the Parish Center. The theme is: "Keeping the Balance". All women are welcome. Contact coordinator Elma Crabbe at 201-906-8870 for more information. No meeting on Dec. 24.

CATHOLIC SOCIAL CLUB: JOIN US FOR OUR UPCOMING EVENTS!

The Catholic Social Club has a ton of great upcoming events! Here's the current schedule. We encourage you to come out, make new friends and deepen your faith! For more info, contact Maria Zoccoli, our Pastoral Associate, at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

2025 MASS INTENTIONS ARE AVAILABLE

The 2025 Mass books are open for in-person reservations at each church during office hours. You may also complete and mail in or drop off the reservation sheet on the church tables.

It is customary to reserve Mass intentions, which are printed in the bulletin and announced at Mass. You may reserve Masses for the deceased and also for living intentions like a birthday or wedding anniversary. If you plan to notify someone about the intention, we have Mass cards for living and deceased.

ST. JOSEPH'S FLEA MARKET: FRIDAYS & SUNDAYS

The St. Joseph's Flea Market is open every FRIDAY from 10 am to 12 noon and SUNDAY after the 10 am Mass. Come to 61 Monroe Street in Hoboken and enter through the alley between the rectory and the church. If you need parking, please use the lot next to the rectory.

Get great buys on clothing, accessories, household goods, decor, seasonal items and more. We also accept donations of clean, gently-used items during office hours and flea market hours only.

Please stop by to check it out!

VISIT OUR GIFTS OF FAITH SHOP

Our Religious Gift Shop in OLG Church is open after select Sunday Masses. We welcome volunteers. If you are interested, contact Janet Shearer at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or call the Parish Center at 201-659-0369.

BIMONTHLY 50/50 TICKETS AVAILABLE

Tickets for the parish's bimonthly raffle are available after Mass. The next winner will be drawn on Dec. 30. You may take some tickets home to sell to family, neighbors and co-workers. Or contact Socorro Martinez at the Parish Center (201-659-0369), and she will mail them to you. Thank you for your support!

ONLINE GIVING: VENMO AND ZELLE

We can accept donations and other payments to the parish from Venmo and Zelle! It's fast and easy. For more information and instructions, please click here.