“Joseph, son of David, do not be afraid to take Mary your wife into your home. For it is through the holy Spirit that this child has been conceived in her." (Matthew 1: 20 NABRE)
On Day 20 of 40 of Lent 2017, the Church suspends Lent for today to honor St Joseph, Spouse of the Blessed Virgin Mary. No fasting. No abstinence. We celebrate the Solemnity of St Joseph with joy and Gloria is sang or said at Mass. His feast is March 19. March 19, 2017 fell on Sunday. The feast is celebrated today.
Why honor St Joseph? St Joseph is a pivotal person in Salvation history. He was a just man, full of courage, humble and chosen by God to protect Mary and her Son, Jesus. He suffered patiently as a self-employed business man. He showed great fortitude when he took his family into Egypt as refugees. He is a powerful Intercessor.
St Joseph pray for us!
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