In our third Advent video reflection, Fr. Jim Martin considers the virtues of of St. Joseph, an oft-overlooked figure who nonetheless plays a crucial role in the Christmas story.
Thanks, Father, for not forgetting my Patron Saint. I am also impressed with the commitment he had to to the Jewish faith. At the Presentation, he bought the doves to offer at the temple, a sign that Jesus was indeed the Son of David (Joseph's birthright). He loved Jesus as his son and honored Him as the Christ as he had been instructed by the angel.
The part at 2:03 about Joseph providing for Mary well enough economically that she didn't *need* to re-marry is a well taken point. I never considered that. Thanks!
Thanks, Father, for not forgetting my Patron Saint. I am also impressed with the commitment he had to to the Jewish faith. At the Presentation, he bought the doves to offer at the temple, a sign that Jesus was indeed the Son of David (Joseph's birthright). He loved Jesus as his son and honored Him as the Christ as he had been instructed by the angel.
JoeWago 2 months ago
The part at 2:03 about Joseph providing for Mary well enough economically that she didn't *need* to re-marry is a well taken point. I never considered that. Thanks!
nowcatholic 1 year ago