Prayer to Saint Joseph for the Whole Church

O Glorious Saint Joseph,

you were chosen by God

to be the foster father of Jesus,

the most pure spouse of Mary, ever Virgin,

and the head of the Holy Family.

You have been chosen by Christ's Vicar

as the heavenly Patron and Protector

of the Church founded by Christ.

Protect the Sovereign Pontiff

and all bishops and priests united with him.

Be the protector of all who labour for souls

amid the trials and tribulations of this life;

and grant that all peoples of the world

may be docile to the Church

without which there is no salvation.

Dear Saint Joseph,

accept the offering I make to you.

Be my father, protector,

and guide in the way of salvation.

Obtain for me purity of heart

and a love for the spiritual life.

After your example,

let all my actions be directed

to the greater glory of God,

in union with the Divine Heart of Jesus,

the Immaculate Heart of Mary,

and your own paternal heart.

Finally, pray for me that I may share

in the peace and joy of your holy death.

Amen