Saint Joseph Catholic Church - Bastrop

02/14/2026

01/23/2026

Due to the winter weather expected this weekend, I want to share an important update regarding our Mass schedule for Sunday, January 25.

We will celebrate Mass at St. Patrick Church in Lake Providence at 8:30 AM, where I am currently residing. Please know that while Mass will be available, no one is expected to attend if there is any danger involved in traveling. Your safety always comes first, and I strongly encourage you to remain at home if road conditions feel unsafe.

This Mass will be live streamed on our parish page so that parishioners from all three communities may participate remotely.

Please note the following changes:
• There will be no Adoration or Confession prior to Mass as normally scheduled.
• There will be no Mass at Sacred Heart in Oak Grove or at St. Joseph in Bastrop this weekend.

As many of you know, I am inexperienced with driving on icy roads and, after receiving reports that Highway 2 becomes especially dangerous during winter weather, I do not feel it is safe to make the drive during this upcoming storm.

Thank you for your patience, understanding, and support. Please continue to pray for one another, and stay warm and safe during this time.

Sincerely in Christ,
Fr. Kelby Tingle