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IN PRAISE

(Note: This prayer was taken from the booklet "Devotions to Saint Joseph" by Brian Moore, S.J., printed and published by the Society of St. Paul. This may be prayed in thanksgiving for favors granted through St. Joseph's intercession.)

All the hosts of heaven praise you, Joseph,

for in your arms you carried the Son of God.

Alone of all men you were found worthy to be

the husband of the Virgin Mother,

and to carry in your arms the Son of God.

He who ruled all things obeyed you,

and He who teaches the whole creation

was taught by you.

The Church on earth sings your praise,

for in your lowly house she had her beginning,

for you alone of all men were found worthy to be

the husband of the Church's Mother,

and to carry in your arms the Christ

whose Body she is.