(March 19 is the Solemn Feast of St. Joseph, Husband of Mary; novena is from March 10-18.) O St.Joseph, whose protection is so great, so strong, so prompt before the throne of God, I place in you all my interest and desires. O St.Joseph, do assist me by your powerful intercession and obtain for me from your divine Son all spiritual blessings through Jesus Christ our Lord.  So that having engaged here below your heavenly power, I may offer my thanksgiving and homage to the most loving of fathers.  OSt.Joseph, I never weary contemplating you, and Jesus asleep in your arms; I dare not approach while he reposes near your heart. Press him in my name and kiss his fine head for me and ask him to return the kiss when I draw my dying breath.  St Joseph, patron of departing souls, pray for me. Amen. (Not only is St. Joseph the second human person, after Mother Mary, closest to the heart of the Lord Jesus Christ. He is also our great friend in the spiritual life, a powerful intercessor and good provider for his devotees, as he was for the Holy Family in Nazareth. He is my favorite saint whose help for me never fails. I recommend him to every Catholic who needs a heavenly guide. Try Joseph’s fatherly care.  Go to Joseph. Ite ad Joseph!) Share on FacebookTweet Total Views: 366