Happy Feast of Saint Joseph

For over 1900 years, the Church has venerated (not worshiped) the Foster father of Jesus and has asked his intercession. My baptismal name is Joseph. Since I have become Catholic I have regained a sense of appreciation for this obedient saint who was given  the task of raising up the Son of God.

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, Patron of departing souls, pray for us. Amen.  (This prayer is 1900 years old)