Ancient Prayer to Saint Joseph

Ancient Prayer to Saint Joseph

Author: Matthew Maloney March 19, 2024 Duration: 1:15

An Ancient Prayer to Saint Joseph

O ST. JOSEPH, whose protection is so great, so strong, so prompt before the throne of God, I place in thee all my interests and desires. O St. Joseph, assist me by thy powerful intercession and obtain for me all spiritual blessings through thy foster Son, Jesus Christ Our Lord, so that, having engaged here below thy heavenly power, I may offer thee my thanksgiving and homage.

O St. Joseph, I never weary contemplating thee and Jesus asleep in thine arms. I dare not approach while He reposes near thy 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 me.


In a world of constant noise and shifting foundations, Know The Faith-Traditional Catholic Lessons and Prayers offers a space of quiet clarity and depth. Hosted by Matthew Maloney, this podcast serves as a thoughtful guide through the rich, enduring teachings and spiritual practices of traditional Catholicism. It’s not about headlines or debates, but about returning to the core-the doctrines, devotions, and liturgical heritage that have sustained believers for centuries. Each episode feels like a considered conversation or a lesson in the best sense, breaking down elements of theology, scripture, and history in a way that is both substantive and accessible. You’ll find explanations of foundational beliefs alongside guided prayers, creating a rhythm of learning and worship. This is for anyone seeking to understand their faith more profoundly, to find roots in a timeless tradition, or to simply incorporate more structured prayer into their daily life. The tone is reverent yet welcoming, assuming a seeking mind rather than a scholarly background. By weaving instruction with practice, this podcast provides listeners with both the knowledge and the tools to live out a deeper, more intentional spiritual life, drawing directly from the well of Catholic tradition.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 50

Know The Faith - Traditional Catholic Lessons and Prayers
Podcast Episodes
Advent Reflection Week Three [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 2:02
This 3rd week of advent begins with Gaudete Sunday. Gaudete means Rejoice! We take it from the Traditional Introit heard at Mass: Gaudete in Domino semper: iterum dico, gaudete ...that translates as Rejoice in the Lord a…
Advent Reflection Week Two [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 2:02
People not that familiar with the New Testament, probably assume the Gospels begin with some cute verse, like, It came upon a midnight clear, or Away in a Manger no crib for a bed. But none of the first verses of any of…
Advent Reflection Week One [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 2:02
Advent is now underway. This week we'll take a look at what the word advent actually means. The word advent comes from the Latin word ADVENTUS, which translates as arrival or coming...
How To Be Holy -TALK THREE w/ Dan Lynch [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 35:31
St. Pope John Paul II inaugurated the Third Millennium by consecrating it to Our Lady. He also wrote an Apostolic Letter, Novo Millennio Ineunte (At the Beginning of the New Millennium) and said, "We are certainly not se…
How To Be Holy -TALK TWO w/ Dan Lynch [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 45:46
St. Pope John Paul II inaugurated the Third Millennium by consecrating it to Our Lady. He also wrote an Apostolic Letter, Novo Millennio Ineunte (At the Beginning of the New Millennium) and said, "We are certainly not se…
How To Be Holy -TALK ONE w/ Dan Lynch [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 41:02
St. Pope John Paul II inaugurated the Third Millennium by consecrating it to Our Lady. He also wrote an Apostolic Letter, Novo Millennio Ineunte (At the Beginning of the New Millennium) and said, "We are certainly not se…
How To Be Holy w/ Dan Lynch - INTRODUCTION [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 16:31
This is an Introduction to three talks that Dan Lynch gave at a retreat in 2003 on St. Pope John Paul II's Plan for the Third Millennium. The 3 talks will be posted in the coming days... St. Pope John Paul II inaugurated…
#60 Chaplet of St Michael the Archangel [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 15:46
Pray for us, O glorious St. Michael, Prince of the Church of Jesus Christ, that we may be made worthy of His promises...