Saint Joseph, you were chosen
out of all created men
to be the father-protector
of the Holy Family.

Please take me, too,
under your protection.
Let me be another son to you
who guided the Holy Child as your Son.

You taught the little Jesus
how to use the tools of your trade
how to pray, and how to learn.
Your taught God how to be a Man.

Please take me into your care
and confidence,
and give me your fatherly guidance,
patronage and protection.

You, who died
in the loving arms of Jesus and Mary,
please hear and grant my plea for a happy death,
embraced by your Son, my Savior,
our God of Eternal Life.

Amen.

© 1987 Donn B. Murphy

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