St.Joseph's Cathedral Abu Dhabi AUH

St.Joseph's Cathedral Abu Dhabi AUH Welcome to the OFFICIAL FACEBOOK PAGE of St.Joseph's Cathedral Abu Dhabi It is located near the intersection of Airport Road (Street 2) and Seventeenth Street.

The parish has over 100,000 expatriate Catholics from all over the world. With the growing economy within the region, the Church has also witnessed a steady increase in the number of faithful. Masses are celebrated in a number of different languages and the Church is generally seen packed to full capacity at most services. The foundation for the first Church in Abu Dhabi was laid in 1962, on a plo

t of land along the present Corniche, donated by H.H. Sheikh Shakbut, the ruler of Abu Dhabi at that time. Fr. Barnabas Madii undertook the task of constructing the Church and a residence for the priests and on February 19, 1965 the first Church was inaugurated. On 19 March 1981, the foundation for the present Church was laid, following the Ruler’s decision that the Church and its associated schools be moved to a different location. The inauguration of the new complex took place on 25 February 1983, in the presence of Sheikh Shakbut. The parish today has over 100,000 expatriate Catholics from all over the world. Masses are celebrated in several different languages and the Church is generally seen packed to full capacity at most services.

Almighty ever-living God,who gave Saint Anthony of Padua to your peopleas an outstanding preacherand an intercessor in t...
13/06/2026

Almighty ever-living God,
who gave Saint Anthony of Padua to your people
as an outstanding preacher
and an intercessor in their need,
grant that, with his assistance,
as we follow the teachings of the Christian life,
we may know your help in every trial.

Amen.

11/06/2026

Gospel of the Day (Matthew 10,7-13)

Jesus said to his Apostles: “As you go, make this proclamation: 'The kingdom of heaven is at hand.'
Cure the sick, raise the dead, cleanse lepers, drive out demons. Without cost you have received; without cost you are to give."
Do not take gold or silver or copper for your belts;
no sack for the journey, or a second tunic, or sandals, or walking stick. The laborer deserves his keep.
Whatever town or village you enter, look for a worthy person in it, and stay there until you leave.
As you enter a house, wish it peace.
If the house is worthy, let your peace come upon it; if not, let your peace return to you."

https://www.vaticannews.va/en/word-of-the-day/2026/06/11.html

10/06/2026

🌾🙏 Catechesis on the Eucharist 🙏🌾

What does it mean to live a Eucharistic life while journeying far from home? Join us for an inspiring catechesis as we reflect on “Eucharistic Spirituality in the Daily Life of a Migrant” with Dr. Ray Periera.

Discover how the Eucharist strengthens faith, nourishes hope, and sustains us in our daily challenges as pilgrims on our journey with Christ.

🗓️ Sunday, June 14, 2026
🕒 3:00 P.M.
📍 Bishop Paul Hinder Jubilee Memorial Hall

All parishioners are warmly invited to deepen their understanding of the Eucharist and its transformative power in everyday life.

Corpus Christi is a Latin phrase meaning "Body of Christ." It is a major feast in the Catholic Church that celebrates th...
08/06/2026

Corpus Christi is a Latin phrase meaning "Body of Christ." It is a major feast in the Catholic Church that celebrates the Real Presence of Jesus Christ in the Eucharist—His Body, Blood, Soul, and Divinity under the appearances of bread and wine.

The Feast of Corpus Christi is observed on the Sunday after Trinity Sunday. It was established in the 13th century to give special honor to the Eucharist, complementing the institution of the Eucharist commemorated during Holy Thursday of Holy Week.

08/06/2026

Gospel of the Day (Matthew 5,1-12)

When Jesus saw the crowds, he went up the mountain, and after he had sat down, his disciples came to him.
He began to teach them, saying:
"Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.
Blessed are they who mourn, for they will be comforted.
Blessed are the meek, for they will inherit the land.
Blessed are they who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they will be satisfied.
Blessed are the merciful, for they will be shown mercy.
Blessed are the clean of heart, for they will see God.
Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called children of God.
Blessed are they who are persecuted for the sake of righteousness, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.
Blessed are you when they insult you and persecute you and utter every kind of evil against you (falsely) because of me.
Rejoice and be glad, for your reward will be great in heaven."

https://www.vaticannews.va/en/word-of-the-day/2026/06/08.html

Address

17th Street
Abu Dhabi
P.O.BOX54

Opening Hours

Monday 08:30 - 20:00
Wednesday 08:30 - 20:00
Thursday 08:30 - 20:00
Friday 08:30 - 20:00
Saturday 08:30 - 20:00
Sunday 08:30 - 20:00

Telephone

+971 2 4461929

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