n the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.

As the Solemnity of Saint Joseph approaches, we recall the birth of our Savior,
whom Joseph and Mary are the first to adore.

"So they went in haste and found Mary and Joseph, and the infant lying in the manger. When they saw this, they made known the message that had been told them about this child" (Lk 2:16-17).

A brief period of silence is observed.

V. The LORD has made his victory known;
R. has revealed his triumph in the sight of the nations.

Concluding Prayer
Hail, Guardian of the Redeemer,
Spouse of the Blessed Virgin Mary.
To you God entrusted his only Son;
in you Mary placed her trust;
with you Christ became man.

Blessed Joseph, to us too,
show yourself a father
and guide us in the path of life.
Obtain for us grace, mercy and courage,
and defend us from every evil. Amen.

O Watchful Defender of Christ, obtain for us through your divine Son
the grace of adoration.

In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.