St. Joseph the Worker

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Pope Francis celebrates Mass in the chapel of the Casa Santa Marta on May 1, 2020, the feast of St. Joseph the Worker.

11 powerful quotes from Pope Francis about St. Joseph and his ‘father’s heart’

May 1, 2025

By Jonah McKeown

On the feast of St. Joseph the Worker (May 1), here are some of the most beautiful and powerful quotes... Read more

The story behind the feast of St. Joseph the Worker

May 1, 2025

By Francesca Pollio Fenton

St. Joseph, the beloved spouse of the Blessed Virgin Mary and earthly father of Jesus, is celebrated twice by the... Read more

Pope Francis’ general audience in the Paul VI Hall at the Vatican, Jan. 12, 2021.

Pope Francis prays for workers ‘crushed by an unbearable burden’ in COVID-19 recession

Jan 12, 2022

He led a moment’s silence at his general audience. Read more

Georges de La Tour's Joseph the Carpenter (c. 1642).

Why do Christians work? To glorify God and serve others, Long Island bishop says

Sep 5, 2021

By Kevin J. Jones

For the Christian, work is a way to glorify God, to serve others, and to follow the example of St.... Read more

St. Joseph carrying the Child Jesus on the left arm by Pieter van Lint.

Vatican adds seven invocations to Litany of St. Joseph

May 1, 2021

By Hannah Brockhaus

The Congregation for Divine Worship said "it appeared opportune to update the Litany in honor of Saint Joseph, approved by... Read more