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The Legends ~ Did you know...
Before the end of the 7th century, Patrick had become a legendary figure, and the legends have continued to grow. One of these would have it that he drove the snakes of Ireland into the sea to their destruction. Patrick himself wrote that he raised people from the dead, and a 12th-century hagiography places this number at 33 men, some of whom are said to have been deceased for many years. He also reportedly prayed for the provision of food for hungry sailors traveling by land through a desolate area, and a herd of swine miraculously appeared.
Another legend, probably the most popular, is that of the shamrock, which has him explain the concept of the Holy Trinity, three persons in one God, to an unbeliever by showing him the three-leaved plant with one stalk. Traditionally, Irishmen have worn shamrocks, the national flower of Ireland, in their lapels on St. Patrick’s Day, March 17. |
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SAINT JOSEPH - In His Own Words
Saint Joseph, father to Jesus, husband to Mary. Saint Joseph born in Bethlehem, raised in Nazareth. Saint Joseph ‐ A carpenter, a builder, a provider, a teacher. Saint Joseph, a just man, a man of God, a man of dreams; a man who said yes to God. Meet one man’s vision of the person, the personality, the humor, the life of Saint Joseph: next to Mary the one who knew Jesus the best. It is indeed a great blessing that many of us here at The Church of St. Luke had the honor and pleasure of spending time with this talented disciple, Mark Price who introduced us to Saints Luke, Peter, Francis of Assisi, Paul, and other key figures closest to Christ.
This is a Bible‐based presentation that many say is more thought‐provoking than any they have ever seen, Mark brings these icons of history to life. They will speak to us about their lives and experiences with Jesus. Watch by clicking the video link below!  |
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Prayer to St. Joseph
Feast Day ~ March 19th
O, St. Joseph, whose protection is so great, so strong, so prompt before the throne of God, I place in you all my interests and desires. O, St. Joseph, do assist me by your powerful intercession and obtain for me from your divine Son all spiritual blessings through Jesus Christ our Lord, so that having engaged here below your heavenly power I may offer my thanksgiving and homage to the most loving of fathers. O, St. Joseph, I never weary contemplating you and Jesus asleep in your arms. I dare not approach while he reposes near your heart. Press him in my name, and kiss his fine head for me, and ask him to return the kiss when I draw my dying breath. St. Joseph, the patron of departing souls, pray for us. Amen. |
Sent by Jane Alfano
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