ST. JOSEPH

The month of March is traditionally dedicated to St. Joseph, Spouse of our Lady, Protector of our Lord, and model of manhood, masculinity and fatherhood.

St Joseph was a just man, a tireless worker, the upright guardian of those entrusted to his care.

Chosen by God as trustworthy guardian & protector of Jesus & Mary & his leadership of the Holy Family, St. Joseph is declared as the protector & patron of the universal Catholic Church.

Sure, there are little to no quotes of St. Joseph, and it can almost seem like he plays an insignificant role in Church history, but nothing could be further from the truth.

-Solace of the wretched
-Terror of demons
-Guardian of virgins
-Pillar of families (my personal favourite)
-Mirror of patience
-Light among patriarchs
-Prince and Patron of the Universal Church

These are just a few of his titles and, boy, do they pack a punch! Wow!!

“Behold a faithful and prudent steward, whom the Lord set over His household”
– (Votive Mass of St. Joseph, Entrance Antiphon, Cf. Lk 12:42).

In addition, St. Joseph is also the patron of men, fathers, husbands, unborn children, workers, travellers, families, immigrants and more.