There are many wonderful books about St. Joseph - including reading about him in the Bible – but one that stands out for its practicality is ”Through the Heart of St. Joseph” by Benedictine Father Boniface Hicks. Each chapter dives into one aspect of St. Joseph’s character, such as his silence, his role as a parent and his protectiveness, and concludes with a prayer. Through it all, the author encourages readers to turn to St. Joseph in those moments of uncertainty in their own lives.
Aside from the Blessed Mother, it would be challenging to find a saint who has inspired more prayers than St. Joseph. He is known as the patron of a happy death, workers and families. He is frequently asked for help with housing and in desperate situations. From the 30 Days Prayer for special requests, the Litany to St. Joseph and the Memorare to Pope Francis’ modern prayer to St. Joseph that he included in his 2020 apostolic letter “Patris Corde,” there is a prayer to the saint for nearly every occasion. Find one that speaks to you: St. Joseph devotions, Prayer to St. Joseph, and Prayer to St. Joseph after the Rosary.