Welcome to St Joseph Catholic Church

Embracing Faith, Community, and Tradition in Wathena, Kansas

Our Services

Explore the spiritual services offered at St Joseph Catholic Church.

Mass Celebrations

Holy Week

Holy Thursday:

  • St. Joseph at 7PM

  • (45 minutes of Eucharistic Adoration will follow)

Good Friday:

  • St. Joseph 12 Noon

  • St. Charles 3 PM

  • St. Benedict 7 PM

Holy Saturday:

  • St. Benedict Vigil at 7 PM

Easter Sunday:

  • St.Joseph's 8 AM

  • St. Charles 10:15

Regular Masses:

Sunday Vigil (Saturday) 5 pm

Daily Mass

  • Wednesday 6 pm

  • Friday 7 am

Confession and Adoration

Confession is available 30 minutes before Saturday Mass, or by appointment. Please contact the Parish Office for appointment.

Adoration and Benediction are held at 5 pm each Wednesday at St. Joseph Church.

April 2026 Mass Intentions:

  • Apr 1, Gene Weishaar+

  • Apr 8, Brian Studer+

  • Apr 10, Fallen Away Catholics

  • Apr 15, Karen Ann Boos+

  • Apr 17, Helen Thomas+

  • Apr 22, Healing of Mary Kay Nold

  • Apr 24, Thelma Hewins+

  • Apr 29, David Myers and Family

(+ indicates deceased)

Join Us for Prayer

Experience the warmth of community and the richness of Catholic traditions at St Joseph Catholic Church in Wathena, KS. All are welcome to our Mass services!

Welcoming Community, Strong Faith Family

St. Joseph Catholic Church Wathena, KS, nestled on the bluffs of the Missouri River, in the Archdiocese of Kansas City in Kansas, is a warm and inviting parish that embodies a deep sense of community and faith. Our vibrant congregation gathers for Mass on Saturdays at 5 pm, Wednesdays at 6 pm, and Fridays at 7 am. Confessions are heard 30 minutes before the Saturday Mass or by appointment. At St. Joseph Wathena, we strive to foster love, kindness, and spiritual growth in all who walk through our doors.
The Catholic Churches of Doniphan County

Our Sister Parishes

Currently, one priest services all three parishes of Doniphan County in Kansas, with different Mass times.

St Benedict - Bendena

Sunday Mass - 8 am

Weekday Mass - Mon and Tues - 7:30 am

St Charles - Troy

Sunday Mass - 10:15 am

Weekday Mass - Mon and Tues - 8:30 am

Contact Us

Reach out to St. Joseph Catholic Church for inquiries and support.

104 S 7th, PO Box 159

785 989 4818

stjosephwathena@outlook.com

Mass: Sat @ 5 pm; Weds @ 6 pm; Fri @ 7 am Confessions: 30 minutes before Sat Mass or by appointment