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FEAST OF ST. JOSEPH, OUR PATRON SAINT

March 10 - March 18: Novena to St. Joseph
March 19 at 6:30pm: Feast of St. Joseph Bilingual Mass
March 19 at 7:30pm: Feast of St. Joseph Community Dinner
All Year: Traveling Statue of St. Joseph

9 Day Novena to Saint Joseph:

Day One: Foster Father of Jesus

In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.

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Saint Joseph, you are the faithful protector and intercessor of all who love and venerate you. You know that I have confidence in you and that, after Jesus and Mary, I come to you as an example for holiness, for you are especially close with God. Therefore, I humbly commend myself, with all who are dear to me and all that belong to me, to your intercession. I beg of you, by your love for Jesus and Mary, not to abandon me during life and to assist me at the hour of my death.

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Glorious Saint Joseph, spouse of the Immaculate Virgin, pray for me to have a pure, humble, charitable mind, and perfect resignation to the divine Will. Be my guide, my father, and my model through life that I may die as you did in the arms of Jesus and Mary.

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Loving Saint Joseph, faithful follower of Jesus Christ, I raise my heart to you to implore your powerful intercession in obtaining from the Divine Heart of Jesus all the graces necessary for my spiritual and temporal welfare, particularly the grace of a happy death, and the special grace I now implore:

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(Mention your request)

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Glorious St. Joseph, you were chosen by God to be the foster father of Jesus and the guardian of the Redeemer. With loving care you protected and provided for the Son of God. Help me to love Jesus more deeply and to serve Him faithfully in my life.

St. Joseph, Foster Father of Jesus, pray for us.
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Glory be to the Father and to the Son and to the Holy Spirit, as it was in the beginning, is now and ever shall be, world without end.

In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.

 

Day Two: Virginal Husband of Mary

In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.

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Saint Joseph, you are the faithful protector and intercessor of all who love and venerate you. You know that I have confidence in you and that, after Jesus and Mary, I come to you as an example for holiness, for you are especially close with God. Therefore, I humbly commend myself, with all who are dear to me and all that belong to me, to your intercession. I beg of you, by your love for Jesus and Mary, not to abandon me during life and to assist me at the hour of my death.

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Glorious Saint Joseph, spouse of the Immaculate Virgin, pray for me to have a pure, humble, charitable mind, and perfect resignation to the divine Will. Be my guide, my father, and my model through life that I may die as you did in the arms of Jesus and Mary.

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Loving Saint Joseph, faithful follower of Jesus Christ, I raise my heart to you to implore your powerful intercession in obtaining from the Divine Heart of Jesus all the graces necessary for my spiritual and temporal welfare, particularly the grace of a happy death, and the special grace I now implore:

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(Mention your request)

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Holy St. Joseph, you were the virginal spouse of the Blessed Virgin Mary. God entrusted to your loving care the Mother of His Son.

Teach me to honor and love Mary as you did, and help me to live with purity, faithfulness, and devotion. St. Joseph, Virginal Husband of Mary, pray for us.
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Glory be to the Father and to the Son and to the Holy Spirit, as it was in the beginning, is now and ever shall be, world without end.

In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.

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Day Three: Man Chosen By The Blessed Trinity

In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.

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Saint Joseph, you are the faithful protector and intercessor of all who love and venerate you. You know that I have confidence in you and that, after Jesus and Mary, I come to you as an example for holiness, for you are especially close with God. Therefore, I humbly commend myself, with all who are dear to me and all that belong to me, to your intercession. I beg of you, by your love for Jesus and Mary, not to abandon me during life and to assist me at the hour of my death.

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Glorious Saint Joseph, spouse of the Immaculate Virgin, pray for me to have a pure, humble, charitable mind, and perfect resignation to the divine Will. Be my guide, my father, and my model through life that I may die as you did in the arms of Jesus and Mary.

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Loving Saint Joseph, faithful follower of Jesus Christ, I raise my heart to you to implore your powerful intercession in obtaining from the Divine Heart of Jesus all the graces necessary for my spiritual and temporal welfare, particularly the grace of a happy death, and the special grace I now implore:

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(Mention your request)

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Blessed St. Joseph, you were chosen by the Blessed Trinity for the greatest mission ever given to a man: to protect Jesus and Mary and to guide the Holy Family. Help me to recognize and fulfill the mission God has given me in life with courage and trust. St. Joseph, Man Chosen by the Blessed Trinity, pray for us.
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Glory be to the Father and to the Son and to the Holy Spirit, as it was in the beginning, is now and ever shall be, world without end.

In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.

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Day Four: Faithful Servant

In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.

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Saint Joseph, you are the faithful protector and intercessor of all who love and venerate you. You know that I have confidence in you and that, after Jesus and Mary, I come to you as an example for holiness, for you are especially close with God. Therefore, I humbly commend myself, with all who are dear to me and all that belong to me, to your intercession. I beg of you, by your love for Jesus and Mary, not to abandon me during life and to assist me at the hour of my death.

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Glorious Saint Joseph, spouse of the Immaculate Virgin, pray for me to have a pure, humble, charitable mind, and perfect resignation to the divine Will. Be my guide, my father, and my model through life that I may die as you did in the arms of Jesus and Mary.

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Loving Saint Joseph, faithful follower of Jesus Christ, I raise my heart to you to implore your powerful intercession in obtaining from the Divine Heart of Jesus all the graces necessary for my spiritual and temporal welfare, particularly the grace of a happy death, and the special grace I now implore:

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(Mention your request)

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Faithful St. Joseph, you carried out every task God gave you with humility and obedience. You listened to God’s voice and followed His will without hesitation. Obtain for me the grace to be faithful to God in both great responsibilities and small daily duties. St. Joseph, Faithful Servant, pray for us.

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Glory be to the Father and to the Son and to the Holy Spirit, as it was in the beginning, is now and ever shall be, world without end.

In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.

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Day Five: Patron of the Church

In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.

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Saint Joseph, you are the faithful protector and intercessor of all who love and venerate you. You know that I have confidence in you and that, after Jesus and Mary, I come to you as an example for holiness, for you are especially close with God. Therefore, I humbly commend myself, with all who are dear to me and all that belong to me, to your intercession. I beg of you, by your love for Jesus and Mary, not to abandon me during life and to assist me at the hour of my death.

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Glorious Saint Joseph, spouse of the Immaculate Virgin, pray for me to have a pure, humble, charitable mind, and perfect resignation to the divine Will. Be my guide, my father, and my model through life that I may die as you did in the arms of Jesus and Mary.

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Loving Saint Joseph, faithful follower of Jesus Christ, I raise my heart to you to implore your powerful intercession in obtaining from the Divine Heart of Jesus all the graces necessary for my spiritual and temporal welfare, particularly the grace of a happy death, and the special grace I now implore:

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(Mention your request)

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Powerful St. Joseph, protector of the Holy Family, you are also the patron of the Church. Watch over the Church throughout the world and protect it from all danger. Pray for the Holy Father, bishops, priests, and all who serve the people of God. St. Joseph, Patron of the Church, pray for us.

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Glory be to the Father and to the Son and to the Holy Spirit, as it was in the beginning, is now and ever shall be, world without end.

In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.

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Day Six: Patron of Families

In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.

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Saint Joseph, you are the faithful protector and intercessor of all who love and venerate you. You know that I have confidence in you and that, after Jesus and Mary, I come to you as an example for holiness, for you are especially close with God. Therefore, I humbly commend myself, with all who are dear to me and all that belong to me, to your intercession. I beg of you, by your love for Jesus and Mary, not to abandon me during life and to assist me at the hour of my death.

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Glorious Saint Joseph, spouse of the Immaculate Virgin, pray for me to have a pure, humble, charitable mind, and perfect resignation to the divine Will. Be my guide, my father, and my model through life that I may die as you did in the arms of Jesus and Mary.

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Loving Saint Joseph, faithful follower of Jesus Christ, I raise my heart to you to implore your powerful intercession in obtaining from the Divine Heart of Jesus all the graces necessary for my spiritual and temporal welfare, particularly the grace of a happy death, and the special grace I now implore:

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(Mention your request)

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St. Joseph, loving guardian of the Holy Family, bless and protect our families. Help our homes to be places of peace, prayer, and love.

Guide parents in their responsibilities and protect children from harm. St. Joseph, Patron of Families, pray for us.
 

Glory be to the Father and to the Son and to the Holy Spirit, as it was in the beginning, is now and ever shall be, world without end.

In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.

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Day Seven: Patron of Workers

In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.

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Saint Joseph, you are the faithful protector and intercessor of all who love and venerate you. You know that I have confidence in you and that, after Jesus and Mary, I come to you as an example for holiness, for you are especially close with God. Therefore, I humbly commend myself, with all who are dear to me and all that belong to me, to your intercession. I beg of you, by your love for Jesus and Mary, not to abandon me during life and to assist me at the hour of my death.

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Glorious Saint Joseph, spouse of the Immaculate Virgin, pray for me to have a pure, humble, charitable mind, and perfect resignation to the divine Will. Be my guide, my father, and my model through life that I may die as you did in the arms of Jesus and Mary.

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Loving Saint Joseph, faithful follower of Jesus Christ, I raise my heart to you to implore your powerful intercession in obtaining from the Divine Heart of Jesus all the graces necessary for my spiritual and temporal welfare, particularly the grace of a happy death, and the special grace I now implore:

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(Mention your request)

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St. Joseph the Worker, through your labor as a carpenter you provided for Jesus and Mary with dignity and faithfulness. Bless all who work, those seeking employment, and those struggling in their daily labor. Help us offer our work to God. St. Joseph, Patron of Workers, pray for us.
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Glory be to the Father and to the Son and to the Holy Spirit, as it was in the beginning, is now and ever shall be, world without end.

In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.

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Day Eight: Friend In Suffering

In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.

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Saint Joseph, you are the faithful protector and intercessor of all who love and venerate you. You know that I have confidence in you and that, after Jesus and Mary, I come to you as an example for holiness, for you are especially close with God. Therefore, I humbly commend myself, with all who are dear to me and all that belong to me, to your intercession. I beg of you, by your love for Jesus and Mary, not to abandon me during life and to assist me at the hour of my death.

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Glorious Saint Joseph, spouse of the Immaculate Virgin, pray for me to have a pure, humble, charitable mind, and perfect resignation to the divine Will. Be my guide, my father, and my model through life that I may die as you did in the arms of Jesus and Mary.

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Loving Saint Joseph, faithful follower of Jesus Christ, I raise my heart to you to implore your powerful intercession in obtaining from the Divine Heart of Jesus all the graces necessary for my spiritual and temporal welfare, particularly the grace of a happy death, and the special grace I now implore:

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(Mention your request)

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Compassionate St. Joseph, you knew the difficulties and trials of life, yet you trusted completely in God. Be a friend and comforter to all who suffer. Help me carry my crosses with patience and hope. St. Joseph, Friend in Suffering, pray for us.
 

Glory be to the Father and to the Son and to the Holy Spirit, as it was in the beginning, is now and ever shall be, world without end.

In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.

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Day Nine: Patron of a Happy Death

In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.

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Saint Joseph, you are the faithful protector and intercessor of all who love and venerate you. You know that I have confidence in you and that, after Jesus and Mary, I come to you as an example for holiness, for you are especially close with God. Therefore, I humbly commend myself, with all who are dear to me and all that belong to me, to your intercession. I beg of you, by your love for Jesus and Mary, not to abandon me during life and to assist me at the hour of my death.

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Glorious Saint Joseph, spouse of the Immaculate Virgin, pray for me to have a pure, humble, charitable mind, and perfect resignation to the divine Will. Be my guide, my father, and my model through life that I may die as you did in the arms of Jesus and Mary.

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Loving Saint Joseph, faithful follower of Jesus Christ, I raise my heart to you to implore your powerful intercession in obtaining from the Divine Heart of Jesus all the graces necessary for my spiritual and temporal welfare, particularly the grace of a happy death, and the special grace I now implore:

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(Mention your request)

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Blessed St. Joseph, you had the privilege of dying in the loving presence of Jesus and Mary. Pray that I may live a holy life and receive the grace of a peaceful and happy death in God’s friendship. St. Joseph, Patron of a Happy Death, pray for us.
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Glory be to the Father and to the Son and to the Holy Spirit, as it was in the beginning, is now and ever shall be, world without end.

In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.

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