St. Joseph of Nazareth
St. Joseph of Nazareth
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Feast Day March 19
Joseph was the foster father of Jesus, offering his guidance and protection to Jesus and Mary, his wife. This included escaping to Egypt to keep them safe during King Herod’s reign. He cared for Jesus as a child, taught him morals, and apprenticed him in carpentry. When baby Jesus awoke crying during the middle of the night, it was Joseph who rose to rock him back to sleep so Mary could rest.
Small Snippet
Saint Joseph, intercede to the Holy Ghost that I may be loving, tender, gentle, and strong for whoever is entrusted to my care.
Prayer
Artistic Process
I took this photo at Our Lady of Mercy church, Hicksville, NY. I chose it because I grew up going to this church, but more so for the younger look Joseph has in this depiction of him.
St. Joseph Statue
I took these photos in the garden next to Our Lady of Mercy Church. I wanted to integrate the actual location with the images. I made them orange for Joseph to have his own special roses.
Roses
