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For individuals:
There is no greater model than St. Joseph from whom we can learn how to live virtuously and imitate Jesus and Mary. Check out ways that you and your family can grow closer to him this year.
- Throughout the Year of St. Joseph pray to St. Joseph for a special intention for his intercession.
- Learn about St. Joseph’s virtues and ask for his help to imitate a different one every month.
- Pray the Holy Rosary daily, reciting the Year of St. Joseph prayer at the conclusion
- Attend Mass on his feast days: March 19th and May 1st
- Include prayers to St. Joseph in your morning and evening prayers
- Encourage others to foster as greater devotion to St. Joseph
- Take advantage of the Year of St. Joseph indulgences granted by the Holy See
- Participate in the Year of St. Joseph Walking Challenge (+ Worksheet)
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For parishes:Grow closer to St. Joseph as a parish this year through activities dedicated to him:
- Offer the Votive Mass of St. Joseph on Wednesdays, the traditional day given to his honor
- Recite a prayer to St. Joseph after daily Masses, such as the Litany of St. Joseph
- Plan special prayers and activities during March, the month the Church dedicates to St. Joseph
- Celebrate St. Joseph’s feast days on March 19th and May 1st with a special celebration, such as the St. Joseph’s Table
- Incorporate a study of St. Joseph’s virtues into catechetical lessons and activities throughout the year using the monthly themes for the Year of St. Joseph.
- Include a link to the diocesan Year of St. Joseph page on your parish's parish website
- Promote the Year of St. Joseph events in your parish bulletins and social media channels
- Launch a Fraternity of St. Joseph men’s group
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