Saint Joseph
Great Saint Joseph, Son of David
Joseph was a poor carpenter of Nazareth. Yet he came from the royal family of
David. And he was pure and good and hardworking. God knew He could trust Joseph, so
He chose him for a most important task. He became the husband of Mary and the foster
father of Our Lord. So he protected Mary on the way to Bethlehem. He was present on
the first Christmas. He led Mary and Jesus safely into Egypt when Herod was trying
to kill the Child.
Saint Joseph
Later he worked for them. He made them a sweet little home. He earned money to
give them their food and clothing. When Jesus grew up, Joseph taught Him the
carpenter's trade. Joseph did not live to see Jesus become great and famous.
Instead, he died happily with Mary at his bedside, and Jesus blessing him. He worked
very hard to make life safe an happy for Jesus and Mary. So Jesus has made him the
Protector of the Whole Church. His Feast is on 19th March.
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