O Blessed Joseph, faithful guardian of the Redeemer, Jesus Christ, protector of the Mother of our Lord, we choose you this day to be our patron and advocate. As Men of St. Joseph, we humbly ask you to receive us as your cause, leading us to Jesus for instruction in doubt, comfort in affliction, strength in times of testing. Obtain for us, and for all, the knowledge and love of the Heart of Jesus Christ. May men of good faith turn to you, Joseph. May you defend and protect us and our families as we grow more like Jesus by your example, now, and all the days of our lives. Amen