In his encyclical (Redemptoris Custos), John Paul II was careful to refrain from speculations on specifics of Joseph's biography and daily life. However ... He is the patron saint of many countries, ...

Saint Joseph was from Sicily, the son of Plotinus and Agatha. Because Sicily had been subjugated by the Moslems, he departed thence and, passing from place to place, came with Saint Gregory of ...

Even today many Catholics are inclined to think that St. Joseph is a wonderful saint, but he was not the real father of ... treats the person and mission of St. Joseph in the life of Christ and of the ...

Oh, St. Joseph, whose protection is so great, so prompt, so strong, before the throne of God, I place in you all my interests and desires. Oh, St. Joseph, do assist me by your powerful ...