Try to wrap your head around the paradox in the vocation of St. Joseph.
Firstly, he was a relatively poor craftsman, a tekton, which in Greek is “builder” which can include “carpenter”.
However, consider the implications of the genealogy at the beginning of the Gospel of Matthew. Joseph was also the true heir to the Davidic throne, being descended from David’s son Solomon. Mary was descended from David’s son Nathan.
We don’t have in Scripture a single word spoken by him. However, we know that it was his role to name Our Lord, so for sure He at the very least spoke the word “Jesus”.
Hidden vocation and hidden thought.
The fine scripture scholar Brandt Pitre has a recording of talks he did on St. Joseph which I highly recommend: HERE.
Also, you will love Fr. Calloway’s book on Joseph.
Consecration to St. Joseph: The Wonders of Our Spiritual Father by Fr. Donald Calloway
St. Joseph is a mighty intercessor. I’ve been blessed several times by his help in times of real need and stress. I have zero doubt that he was the one who intervened, so concretely that it’s amusing.
The Great Roman sent a couple of photos from the celebrations for St. Joseph.
There are Bignè di San Giuseppe “Frittelaro” and fritelle. As the Romans tell it, to help support the Holy Family St. Joseph supplemented his income by selling fried pastries.
And there is a tradition of trying to climb a greased pole with has goodies at the top.
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Sent a friend to Joseph via a medal.
Is there a way to contact Fr Calloway?
How did he help you? Would love to know.
I’ve just completed my consecration to St Joseph using Fr Calloway’s book. This is the 6th year I’ve done it and the way Fr Calloway lays it out and the extensive writings about St Joseph he shares are simply outstanding!
In Gloucester MA., We have the St. Peter’s Fiesta. They do the Greasy Pole, that is horizontal on a platform in the harbor. Young men walk out trying to grab the flag at the end. Been going on for generations. You cand find many pictures and details on-line
I doubt that St. Joseph was a relatively poor craftsman. I’m certain that his work was top-notch!
Sorry, Father… I couldn’t resist :)
Our youngest is Joseph and when he was little doughnuts were currency. He’s now 6’2″ and we still have to get doughnuts after Mass on Sunday where ever in the world we are…
This explains it!
Thank you, Father!