Welcome to the Oratory

We wish you a warm welcome to Saint Joseph's Oratory in Quebec City, a place dedicated to the devotion of Saint Joseph
Oratoire Saint-Joseph de Québec

The chapel of the Oratory is the perfect place for anyone who wants to live a spirituality of today with St. Joseph as a model.

Chosen by God to be the father of Jesus, he was a hard-working craftsman who took on his role as Mary’s husband and Jesus’ earthly father and assumed it to the end.

Mission

The mission of Saint Joseph’s Oratory of Quebec is to make Saint Joseph known

By proposing a spirituality of devotion through its various patronages, in particular that of the patron saint of the Good Death. Saint Joseph’s Oratory of Quebec welcomes everyone with kindness and without judgment, in all simplicity and cordiality.

At Saint Joseph’s Oratory in Quebec City, anyone in search of meaning can find the guidance they need.

Bienvenue à l'Oratoire Saint-Joseph

Spiritual aspect

Present in the Church for a very long time, the spirituality of St. Joseph is in the image of this saint who was a just and humble man.

Cultural aspect

Several cultural and social activities take place in the chapel of the Oratory.

Accompaniment aspect

It is intended for anyone who is affected by an incurable disease or death.

Religious and cultural heritage

Saint Joseph’s Oratory in Quebec City has a valuable religious cultural heritage.

Museum space

A museum space has been set up in part of the nave of Saint Joseph’s Oratory in Quebec City.

Pious Union of Saint Joseph

We know nothing about the death of St. Joseph, except that he was the first member of the Holy Family to die, probably surrounded by Jesus and Mary.

Intérieur chapelle

Masses

Every day of the week

Daily Masses

  • Monday at 8:30 am
  • Tuesday at 8:30 am
  • Wednesday at 8:30 am
  • Thursday at 8:30 am
  • Friday at 8:30 am
  • Saturday at 8:30 am

Sunday Masses

  • Saturday at 4pm
  • Sunday morning at 10am

* For the schedule of solemn masses for the feast of St. Joseph, see the bulletin board.

Schedule of celebrations at the Saint-Joseph Oratory of Quebec in the context of the 400th consecration of Canada:

WEDNESDAY, MAY 1ˢᵗ, 10 AM: Mass in honor of Saint Joseph the Worker.

Monday, July 1ˢᵗ, 10 AM: Mass in honor of Saint Joseph, patron of Canada, followed by the unveiling of a commemorative plaque for the 400th anniversary.

Monday, September 2nd, 10 AM: Closing mass of the 400th festivities.

News

News from the Oratory

Viewing the services of the 7 Sundays.

Viewing the services of the 7 Sundays.

Here is the link to watch the services of the 7 Sundays live or on-demand for the year 2024: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL32lm7Z-w8wHXKdNEa5FzHwJhZTvwE9Xn

A short stroll in 1624.

A short stroll in 1624.

On Sunday, March 17th, the Daughters of the King Choir will perform in concert at the Saint-Joseph Oratory of Quebec as part of the celebrations for the 400th consecration of Canada to Saint Joseph. In addition to songs from the era, the Daughters of the King will...