The painting shows a communion of destiny. Saint Joseph wasn’t simply an onlooker at the plan of God’s salvation. No, he was actively part of God’s plan of salvation… side by side with his Son.

Let us strive this year to grow closer to St. Joseph. Let us pray.

Hail, Guardian of the Redeemer and Spouse of the Blessed Virgin Mary! To you God entrusted His only Son; in you Mary placed her trust; with you Christ grew up to be a man.

Blessed Joseph, to us too, show yourself a father and guide us in the path of life. Obtain for us grace, mercy, and courage and defend us from every evil. Amen.

RESTORE THE HOPE – GO TO JOSEPH VIRTUAL CONFERENCE

Take part in the free virtual all-day conference hosted by the National Shrine of St. Joseph on 3/19th.

The all-day event is filled with prayer, insightful and inspirational talks, and the historic rededication of the shrine’s statue. It’s a powerful, grace-filled day, that has the following speakers just to name a few.

MOST REV. DAVID L. RICKEN, JCL, DD, BISHOP OF GREEN BAY Will speak to St. Joseph, Patron of the Universal Church and Protector of Home and Country.

REV. DON CALLOWAY MARIAN OF THE IMMACULATE CONCEPTION AND BEST-SELLING AUTHOR Will give a general overview of St. Joseph: His powerful titles, the importance of his role today, and why consecration matters.

DR. MARK MIRAVALLE – NOTED MARIOLOGIST AND AUTHOR OF NUMEROUS BOOKS INCLUDING “MEET YOUR SPIRITUAL FATHER.” Will explain why if there is division in the family or if you are praying for that future spouse or if you want to be a better husband or father, or even if you’re just praying for the conversion of a loved one… St. Joseph is your “go to” Saint.

RENOWNED EXORCIST REV. CHAD RIPPERGER Father Chad will talk about St. Joseph terror of demons, the role of St. Joseph as a protector and spiritual father, and his role in spiritual warfare and in the battle against evil. Learn why Satan hates the family, and why St. Joseph can be a special protector.

THE REAL CHRISTMAS CHARACTERS: JOSEPH

This short video is a good place to start or if you don’t have a lot of time. Sebastian Gomes takes a look at what the Bible reveals about St. Joseph and his understanding of God’s law. And it might be a good starting point, too, for a reflection. We might ask ourselves: “Where have I neglected to show mercy and used the ‘law’ as an excuse?” Because St. Joseph is nothing if not a good role model for us.

READ PAPAL DOCUMENTS ON ST. JOSEPH

Here is Patris Corde, the apostolic letter written last year by Pope Francis for the Year of St. Joseph.

Here is Redemptoris Custos an apostolic exhortation written by Pope St. John Paul II in 1989, in honour of the 100th anniversary of Quamquam Pluries.

Here is Quamquam Pluries was written by Pope Leo XIII in 1889. It’s an encyclical, but don’t worry, encyclicals back then were not quite as long as they are now. In fact, this is the shortest of the three documents.

CONSECRATE YOURSELF TO ST. JOSEPH

We will pray the consecration prayer at all the Masses the weekend of 3/20 & 3/21.  You can also do so through Fr. Donald Calloway’s book “Consecration to St. Joseph” https://bit.ly/3s31paY

Drawing on the wealth of the Church’s living tradition, Fr. Donald Calloway, MIC, calls on all of us to turn to St. Joseph, entrust ourselves, our Church, and our world to our spiritual father’s loving care, and then watch for wonders when the Universal Patron of the Church opens the floodgates of Heaven to pour out graces into our lives today.

Definitely, a book for our time, Consecration to St. Joseph is dedicated to meeting the challenges of the present moment and restoring order to our Church and our world, all through the potent paternal intercession and care of St. Joseph. This book has everything you need to take your love and devotion to St. Joseph to a whole different level: a thorough program of consecration to St. Joseph; information on the 10 wonders of St. Joseph; and prayers and devotions to St. Joseph. Accessible, motivating, this book will kick off a great movement of consecration to our spiritual father and change the world.

MAGNIFICAT’S “NINE DAYS WITH SAINT JOSEPH” https://bit.ly/38VCAWX

It is nine days of prayer where each day focuses on a particular aspect of Saint Joseph’s person, contemplating him as a husband, as a father, as one persecuted, as a man of trust, of purity, work, and silence, as one who died a holy death, and as the Universal Patron of the Church.

Each day follows the same structure: an original hymn, a reading from Scripture, a meditation from a particular saint or spiritual writer, followed by a set of intercessions.  It concludes with Pope Francis’ prayer to Saint Joseph from “Patris Corde”

WATCH THE FOLLOWING (FREE) ON FORMED
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Check out the 4 part series “Saint Joseph” 
St Joseph: Old and New (Part 1 of 4) featured March 5
St Joseph: Guardian of the Redeemer (Part 2 of 4) featured March 12
St Joseph: Patron of the Universal Church (Part 3 of 4) featured March 19
St Joseph: Patron of the Domestic Church (Part 4 of 4) featured March 26

WATCH THE FOLLOWING ON FORMED

Watch the film “Joseph of Nazareth: The Story of the Man Closest to Christ

The first feature film ever on the story of St. Joseph, who was a carpenter, the husband of Mary, and the foster father of Jesus Christ. Scripture tells us that St. Joseph was a “just man” and that God gave him the most daunting task ever asked of a man–to be the husband of the woman who would give birth to the Messiah and the father and protector of this Holy Family. He would be the man closest to Christ.

Watch the film God’s Doorkeeper: St. André of Montreal

If you’re going to spend time with St. Joseph, why not also get to know one of his best friends? This film is about St. André Bessette, who brought healing to hundreds of people through the intercession of St. Joseph and built the massive Oratory of St. Joseph in Montreal – the largest church in Canada and the largest one anywhere dedicated to St. Joseph. Perhaps learning about this humble saint’s devotion to our Church’s patron might provide an inspiration for your own devotion.

myParish App ST JOSEPH BUTTON

On the myParish, check out the ‘Yr of St Joseph’ button which has St. Joseph Reflections.

Each day throughout this year, there will be reflections posted by priests.

To download the myParish App, text “App” to 88202.

ZEPPOLE DI SAN GIUSEPPE

In Italy, for the feast of St. Joseph they have a special treat called zeppole di San Giuseppe, a wonderful custard(or cream)-filled pastry topped with a cherry. If you’re lucky enough to live in Italy or in a city with an Italian bakery, you can just buy one (or several!). If not, or if you’re handy in the kitchen, why not try making them yourself?

In any case, this adorable Italian nonna is a joy to watch. She even sings a prayer while she’s cooking: O San Giuseppe, prega per me! (O St. Joseph, pray for me!)

Buon appetito!