The Loss of the child Jesus in the Temple
As the Solemnity of Saint Joseph approaches tomorrow, we recall
the faithfulness of Saint Joseph and Mary in the midst of confusion.
"But they did not understand what he said to them. He went down with
them and came to Nazareth, and was obedient to them; and his mother
kept all these things in her heart" Lk 2:50-51
Make known to me your ways, LORD; teach me your paths.
Concluding Prayer
Hail, Guardian of the Redeemer,
Spouse of the Blessed Virgin Mary.
To you God entrusted his only Son;
in you Mary placed her trust;
with you Christ became man.
Blessed Joseph, to us too,
show yourself a father
and guide us in the path of life.
Obtain for us grace, mercy, and courage, and defend us from every evil. Amen.
O Solace of the Afflicted, obtain for us through your divine Son, the grace of peace even when we do not fully understand your ways. Amen.
