Father Jude: reflections for Friday, the Solemnity of Saint Joseph, spouse of the Blessed Virgin Mary

2 Samuel 7:4-5A, 12-14A, 16; Psalms 89:2-3, 4-5, 27 and 29; Romans 4:13, 16-18, 22; Psalms 84:5; Matthew 1:16, 18-21, 24A

Today we celebrate Saint Joseph: a model for sacred fatherhood.