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Novena to Saint Joseph: Third Day
Tradition has it that Joseph had taken the vow of virginity, thus renouncing the right to marriage. At any rate he lived a life of purity. He was stainless among men and pure in the sight of God. But God in His providence had greater designs for Joseph than mere abstinence. He chose Joseph, the…
Novena to Saint Joseph: Second Day
There is always a cause for the choices God makes. Out of the long procession of men through history, God selected Joseph to be the husband of Mary and the protector of the Saviour. Joseph’s youth was one of stainless virtue. His young manhood was marked by deep religious faith and a burning desire to…
Novena to Saint Joseph: First Day
The man nearest to Christ Jesus was His foster father, Joseph the carpenter. John the Baptist saw Christ briefly near the Jordan and knew that his work as Precursor was over. The Apostles lived and worked with Christ during the brief days of His public life. But Joseph presided over the events of Christ’s Infancy,…
Christmas Novena Begins Today
Pious legends, especially those carrying the imprimatur, are relished around here. One of the better ones is the St. Andrew Christmas Novena. It is pious tradition that whoever recites the following prayer 15 times per day each day from November 30 (Feast of St. Andrew) until Christmas will receive what is asked. The prayer: Hail…
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