Gracious St. Joseph, protect me and my family from all evil as you did the Holy Family. Kindly keep us ever united in the love of Christ, ever fervent in imitation of the virtue of our Blessed Lady, your sinless spouse, and always faithful in devotion to you. Amen.
The emergence of To St. Joseph for Protection
The St. Joseph for Protection prayer is a Catholic prayer that asks for the intercession of St. Joseph, the earthly father of Jesus, for protection against harm and danger.
The prayer’s origins can be traced back to the 16th century and the Devotion to St. Joseph, which became popular among Catholics during the Counter-Reformation.
The prayer emphasizes St. Joseph’s role as a protector and provider, and it asks for his help in times of need and danger.
St. Joseph has long been recognized as a powerful intercessor in Catholicism, and his feast day on March 19 is celebrated in many cultures around the world.
The St. Joseph for Protection prayer is often recited by those who are seeking protection for themselves, their families, and their homes, and it is also used in times of global crises or disasters.
The prayer is a powerful expression of faith in St. Joseph’s intercession, and it is a reminder of his importance as a model of faith, courage and perseverance for Catholics throughout the centuries.