To You, Oh blessed Joseph, we have
recourse in our affliction, and having asked the help of Mary, your holy
spouse, we now confidently pray that you also take us under your protection. By
that charity which united you to the Immaculate Virgin, Mother of God, and by
that fatherly love with which you cherished the child Jesus, we humbly pray
that you will graciously look upon that inheritance which Jesus Christ has
purchased by His Blood and will assist us in our need by your power and
strength.
Defend, Oh watchful guardian of the
Holy Family, the chosen offspring of Jesus Christ. Aid us from on high, valiant
defender in this conflict with the powers of darkness. Even as of old you
rescued the child Jesus from the peril of His life, so now defend God’s Holy
Church from the snares of the enemy and from all adversity. Shield us ever
under your patronage so that, imitating your example and strengthened by your
help, we may live a holy life, die a happy death and attain everlasting bliss
in heaven. Amen
St. Mary Mackillop, pray for us.
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