

Saint Joseph, patron of the Universal Church, is depicted with carpentry tools or the Child Jesus. A symbol of obedience, protection, and humility.
Saint Joseph is one of the most venerated figures in Christianity. A carpenter from Nazareth, he was betrothed to the Virgin Mary. He accepted the divine message from the angel and cared lovingly for Mary and Jesus.
A descendant of King David, Joseph led the Holy Family to Bethlehem and then to Egypt to escape King Herod's persecution. He represents righteousness, humility, obedience, and faith.
Joseph likely died before Christ's Passion, in silence and humility. He is patron of workers, families, dying people, and the Catholic Church.
Iconography: as an elderly man with carpentry tools, a lily, a staff, or the Child Jesus.
Feast day: March 19
Patron of: the Church, workers, artisans, the dying, and Christian families.
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