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March 19 · Solemnity · White

St Joseph, Spouse of Mary

Husband of Mary and foster-father of Jesus. Scripture calls him a 'righteous man' who protected the Holy Family in flight to Egypt. Patron of workers, fathers, the universal Church, and a holy death.

When is the feast of St Joseph, Spouse of Mary?

The feast is celebrated on March 19 each year, kept as a solemnity in the General Roman Calendar, with white vestments.

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When is the feast of St Joseph, Spouse of Mary?

The feast of St Joseph, Spouse of Mary is celebrated on March 19 each year, kept as a solemnity in the General Roman Calendar.

Who was St Joseph, Spouse of Mary?

Husband of Mary and foster-father of Jesus. Scripture calls him a 'righteous man' who protected the Holy Family in flight to Egypt. Patron of workers, fathers, the universal Church, and a holy…

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