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The Redeemer of the world gave Saint Joseph His benediction, saying: “My father, rest in peace and in the grace of my eternal Father and mine; and to the Prophets and Saints, who await thee in limbo, bring the joyful news of the approach of their redemption.”. At these words of Jesus, Saint Joseph expired and the Lord himself closed his eyes.
Mar 12, 2021 · March 12, 2021. On March 19, Saint Joseph’s University celebrates the Feast of St. Joseph, honoring the namesake of the University. Since the 10th century, this date has been observed as the principal feast day of St. Joseph in Western Christianity and commemorates the life of Joseph. The husband of Mary and earthly father of Jesus, Joseph is ...
Mar 8, 2024 · father Jacob. Joseph, in the Old Testament, son of the patriarch Jacob and his wife Rachel. As Jacob’s name became synonymous with all Israel, so that of Joseph was eventually equated with all the tribes that made up the northern kingdom. According to tradition, his bones were buried at Shechem, oldest of the northern shrines (Joshua 24:32).
Oct 12, 2023 · St. Joseph promptly obeyed, and the Holy Family sought refuge in Egypt until Herod’s death. This event underscores St. Joseph’s role as the protector of Jesus and his willingness to act decisively to keep the Holy Family safe. 6. Silent Figure: No recorded dialogue in the Gospels. St. Joseph is often described as a “silent” or “hidden ...
Mar 19, 2020 · Jacob was the father of Joseph, the husband of Mary. Of her was born Jesus who is called the Christ. Now this is how the birth of Jesus Christ came about. When his mother Mary was betrothed to Joseph, but before they lived together, she was found with child through the Holy Spirit. Joseph her husband, since he was a righteous man, yet unwilling ...
Saint Joseph. Joseph of Nazareth (also: Joseph, from the Hebrew, “God added”) was the fiancé of the Virgin Mother of God, Mary, as well as the foster father and protector of little Jesus. Pope Francis honoured one of the greatest saints of the Church by making 2021 “the year of St. Joseph”.
St. Joseph: A saint for fathers. Just as God the Father selected the Blessed Virgin Mary to be the mother of his son, he also chose St. Joseph to be Mary’s chaste spouse and Jesus’ foster father. As the head of the Holy Family — the model for all families — he is also the inspiration for and the protector of all fathers.
