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Our Lady of Lourdes & Our Lady Queen of Peace

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Year of St. Joseph

“Each of us can discover in Joseph -- the man who goes unnoticed, a daily, discreet and hidden presence -- an intercessor, a support and a guide in times of trouble.” 
- Pope Francis

Last December, Pope Francis announced a Year of St. Joseph in honor of the 150th anniversary of the saint’s proclamation as patron of the universal Church. 

How will you celebrate this special year? Devotions? A pilgrimage? Special prayers?

“Inspired by the Gospel, the Fathers of the Church from the earliest centuries stressed that just as St. Joseph took loving care of Mary and gladly dedicated himself to Jesus Christ’s upbringing, he likewise watches over and protects Christ’s Mystical Body, that is, the Church.” 
- Pope St. John Paul II