Glorious St. Joseph,
model of all those who are devoted to labour,
obtain for me the grace to work conscientiously,
putting the call of duty above my many sins;
to work with thankfulness and joy,
considering it an honour to employ and develop,
by means of labour,
the gifts received from God;
to work with order,
peace, prudence and patience,
never surrendering to weariness or difficulties;
to work, above all,
with purity of intention,
and with detachment from self,
having always death before my eyes
and the account which I must render of time lost,
of talents wasted,
of good omitted,
of vain complacency in success
so fatal to the work of God.
All for Jesus,
all for Mary,
all after thy example,
O Patriarch Joseph.
Such shall be my motto in life and death.
Amen.
Details about Prayer to Saint Joseph for Success in Work
The Prayer to Saint Joseph for Success in Work is a Catholic prayer that seeks the intercession of St. Joseph, the patron saint of workers and laborers. The prayer is believed to have originated in the 19th century, during a period of economic and social upheaval in Europe.
The prayer consists of a plea to St. Joseph for his help and guidance in finding success and fulfillment in work. It acknowledges the challenges and difficulties that workers face, and emphasizes the importance of relying on St. Joseph’s intercession and support.
The Prayer to Saint Joseph for Success in Work is often recited by those who are seeking employment, looking to improve their job performance or achieve their career goals, or facing difficult or uncertain economic circumstances. It is also a reminder of the dignity and importance of work, and of the role that St. Joseph plays in supporting and guiding those who labor for the greater good.
As a timeless prayer for workers and laborers, the Prayer to Saint Joseph for Success in Work continues to be a beloved part of Catholic prayer and devotion, inspiring believers to seek St. Joseph’s intercession and guidance in their personal and professional lives.