This devotion is a private prayer practice, with some variations, but it is centered on perseverance, trust, and walking with St Joseph in his quiet faith, obedience, and hidden suffering.We will begin on January 25 to be able to conclude on St. Joseph's feast day of March 19.In these tumultuous times we need his assistance more than ever."Most sorrowful heart of St. Joseph, I consecrate this 54 day novena in honor of thy seven sorrows. Through these sorrows, please obtain my request (mention…See More
Saint Francis of Assisi, the founder of the Franciscan Order, has been called “the most beautiful image of Jesus that has ever been in the Catholic Church.” He built the first Christmas crib in 1223. His great devotion was to the sorrows of Jesus. Jesus put the imprint of His wounded hands and feet and side upon Saint Francis’ body in the year. 1224. Saint Francis died in 1226 when he was only forty-four years old.See More