Prayers to St. Joseph - Complete Collection

St. Joseph, the humble carpenter of Nazareth, holds a unique and exalted place in the Catholic faith. As the foster father of Jesus and the chaste spouse of the Blessed Virgin Mary, he was entrusted by God with the sacred duty of protecting and providing for the Holy Family. His unwavering faith, quiet strength, and complete obedience to God's will make him one of the most powerful intercessors in heaven.

Throughout the centuries, countless faithful have turned to St. Joseph in their times of need—and have experienced his powerful intercession. Pope Pius IX declared him Patron of the Universal Church in 1870, and Pope Francis has called him a "beloved father, a tender and loving father, an obedient father, an accepting father."

Whether you are seeking employment, struggling with family difficulties, hoping to sell or find a home, facing seemingly impossible problems, or simply desiring to grow in holiness, St. Joseph stands ready to bring your prayers before the throne of God.

Novenas to St. Joseph

A novena is a traditional Catholic prayer practice spanning nine consecutive days. The number nine holds special significance, representing the nine days the Apostles and Mary spent in prayer between the Ascension and Pentecost. St. Joseph novenas are among the most powerful in the Church's tradition.

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Novena to St. Joseph

The traditional 9-day novena asking St. Joseph's intercession for any intention. Thousands have experienced answered prayers through this powerful devotion.

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Prayers for Employment & Work

As a humble carpenter who worked with his hands to support the Holy Family, St. Joseph understands the dignity of work and the anxiety of seeking employment. He is the patron saint of workers, and his intercession has helped countless faithful find meaningful work.

Prayers for Family & Home

St. Joseph is the protector of families and homes. His example of faithful fatherhood and his role as guardian of the Holy Family make him the ideal intercessor for all domestic concerns.

Special Devotions to St. Joseph

These traditional prayers and devotions have been prayed by the faithful for centuries, deepening their relationship with this great saint.

About St. Joseph

The Life of St. Joseph

Though the Gospels record no words spoken by St. Joseph, his actions speak volumes. A descendant of King David, Joseph was a righteous man living in Nazareth when he was betrothed to Mary. When he discovered she was with child, his initial plan to divorce her quietly was interrupted by an angel who revealed God's plan for salvation.

From that moment, Joseph's life was one of complete trust and obedience. He protected Mary and the infant Jesus, fleeing to Egypt to escape Herod's massacre. He raised Jesus as his own son, teaching him the carpenter's trade and the Jewish faith. Though we do not know the circumstances of his death, tradition holds that he died in the presence of Jesus and Mary—the holiest death imaginable.

Patron Saint Of

  • The Universal Church
  • Workers and craftsmen
  • Fathers and families
  • The dying
  • Unborn children
  • Immigrants and travelers
  • House sellers and buyers
  • Those seeking employment

Feast Days

  • March 19 - Solemnity of St. Joseph
  • May 1 - St. Joseph the Worker

Answered Prayers

"After six months of unemployment, I began the Novena to St. Joseph with desperate hope. On day 8, I received an unexpected call for an interview. The job was beyond what I had imagined. St. Joseph truly provides!"

— David K., Michigan

"Our house had been on the market for over a year with no offers. We buried the St. Joseph statue and prayed his novena faithfully. Within three weeks, we had multiple offers. We are forever grateful."

— The Martinez Family, California