For dads dealing with the loss a fahterhood through miscarriage, infertility or both, Chris Crawford writes that St. Joseph knew difficult journeys and can serve as a patron. Chris writes: “In reflecting on St. Joseph’s example, the virtues he exhibited, and his
While the United States might not have Lourdes, Fátima, Loreto or other famous destinations, it does have a large selection of beautiful churches and cathedrals from coast to coast. During this year of St. Joseph, specifically, there are many cathedrals named after
My praises of St. Joseph echo the praises of the multitude of saints throughout the ages who have discovered a sturdy and faithful companion in him for all their needs. St. Teresa of Avila sparked the beginning of my devotion when she
Gretchen R. Crowe writes that the new titles added to the Litany of St. Joseph encourage us to take the outstretched hand of Christ and go deeper in relationship with him. She writes: “The titles, like sacred art, offer us new opportunities
Updating the Litany of St. Joseph, approved in 1909, the Vatican has added seven invocations, including two that address the guardian of Jesus and husband of Mary as "support in difficulty" and "patron of refugees."
The Congregation for Divine Worship and the Sacraments
When Pope Pius XII added the feast of St. Joseph the Worker to the Church’s calendar in 1955, the celebration highlighted the Church’s esteem for workers and human labor. The feast affirms that work is sacred because it is the privileged path
Do you want to learn more and read more about St. Joseph during this Year of St. Joseph? Writer Shaun McAfee shares some resources that include Pope Francis’ apostolic letter Patris Corde, books and prayer resources all to give you the most
Like St. Joseph who had other plans for his life, but lovingly embraced his role as Jesus' foster father, a priest assigned to a new parish cannot impose his own ways on that community, Pope Francis said.
At times, even with the best
In a new reflection on the life of St. Joseph, Notre Dame theology professor John Cavadini explores how uncovering St. Joseph’s mysterious role in the Incarnation can lead us to a deeper appreciation of the silent head of the Holy Family. He
It’s March 2021, and that means it’s the month dedicated to St. Joseph in this current year dedicated to St. Joseph. And coming up on March 19, it’s the solemnity of St. Joseph. This means it’s time for some feasting, writes the