St. Joseph is called the Light of the Patriarchs because he is the shining light among the forerunners of Christ. He was one of the great patriarchs in a long line of God's servants (Abraham, Isaac, Jacob, David, etc.) who waited for the Messiah. All the patriarchs of the Old Testament foreshadowed the paternal light of God shining through the fatherhood of St. Joseph.
St. Joseph is the bearer of light and helps us to receive the light of Christ. He brings Jesus, the true Light of the World, to us so that we can be a light to others. Jesus says, You are the light of the world. A city set on a mountain cannot be hidden. Nor do they light a lamp and then put it under a bushel basket; it is set on a lampstand, where it gives light to all in the house. Just so, your light must shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your heavenly Father. (Mt 5:14-16)
St. Joseph, pray for me so that the light of Christ illumines my life so that my words and actions glorify our heavenly Father. Pray the Litany of St. Joseph (ATTACHED).
Daily Challenge: Identify one way you can be the light of Christ to those you encounter and serve this day.
