"On Saint Joseph’s Day, we give thanks for the humility, the strength, and the faithfulness of this man who welcomed, taught, and protected Our Savior in His childhood. I believe that the goodness of this man, Jesus’ adoptive father, is reflected in the Lord Jesus’ frequent prayer to Our Heavenly Father as “Abba!” The Universal Church commemorates this great Saint and seeks to follow his example of faith. The Italian people, in Italy and around the world and around Boston look to Saint Joseph as a true intercession. Saint Joseph, pray for us!"
