Novena to St. Joseph, Husband of Mary Day 9 St. Joseph Novena Prayers 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 … Continue reading
From a sermon by Saint Leo the Great, pope The virtue of charity
From a sermon by Saint Leo the Great, pope The virtue of charity In the gospel of John the Lord says: In this will all men know that you are my disciples, if you have love for each other. In a letter of the same apostle we read: Beloved, let us love one another, for … Continue reading
Day 8 St. Joseph Novena Prayers
Day 8 St. Joseph Novena Prayers 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 … Continue reading
I Was Irish Once
I was Irish once: I was Irish for brief moments, As they danced on makeshift stage. Three sisters donned in green and white, With ribbons in curled hair. I was Irish for brief moments, As locks bounced to rhythms tapped, By jigging, flying feet, Flitting blithely through the air. I was Irish for brief moments, … Continue reading
Day 7 – St. Joseph Pillar of Families, Pray for us!
St. Joseph Novena Prayers 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, … Continue reading
