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Return to the top of the pageWelcome, Father Jojo Page
My name is Fr. Joselito Alfonso Page or popularly known as Fr. Jojo. The nickname “Jojo” in my country means “little Joe.” The name Joselito means little Joseph. I was born and raised in a little town called Sta. Cruz in the province of Ilocos Sur which is located between the China Sea and the Cordillera Mountain of Northern Philippines. I am the youngest of five children. I went to grade school where my mother retired as a classroom teacher. I graduated from Saint Augustine's High School, during which time I was a student leader and highly involved with the religious activities of the school. The presence of the European missionaries (priests and nuns) in our school gave me an idea to consider religious vocation or ordained ministry. I entered the Seminary after high school. It was a great experience of prayer and discernment. I finished college with a Degree in Philosophy at the Pontifical University and Central Seminary in Manila. I continued my studies in Philosophy and Education. My work experiences include teaching in high school, secretary to the Dean and educator to college seminarians.
I joined the Diocese of San Jose in 2000 and enrolled for theological studies at Saint Patrick Seminary in Menlo Park. It was a great experience of formation and community. Prior to ordination I did a pastoral internship at Saint Clare Parish, in Santa Clara and transitional diaconate at Christ the King Church, in San Jose. After I was ordained to the priesthood on June 4, 2005 I was assigned as Parochial Vicar atSaint Catherine Parish in Morgan Hill. I really love the place because it reminds me of home. For the last three years I have been working closely with Liturgy Committee, Altar Servers, St. Vincent de Paul Ministry, Adult Faith Formation and Pastoral Care of the Sick. I am also the chaplain for the Filipino-American community at Saint Catherine. My hobbies are reading at Starbucks, walking with my dogs, hiking, watching movies, visiting friends for cooking/eating and singing Videoke. Once in a while I still play sports or work out in a gym.
As much as I feel sad about my leaving my first assignment as a priest, I am also excited and happy to begin my journey with you at Saint Martin of Tours this coming July. I have heard from many people that Saint Martin of Tours is a great and vibrant parish. I also hear about the welcoming spirit of the community. It is my ardent hope to serve the community with great dedication. I look forward to getting to know you and worshiping with the community of Saint Martin of Tours. I also look forward to collaborating with Fr. Chris and the Parish and School Staff.