This week I spent a lot of time in schools. The children always have many questions. One child asked me who Joseph was—an excellent question. 

I like to describe Joseph as a player in a miracle that occurred over 2,000 years ago—the words of the angel of the Lord who spoke to Joseph in a dream. Joseph’s witness is one to ponder and be inspired by. 

But Joseph also inspires us in our callings in life. Joseph encourages us to face any and every mystery in life that we encounter with the utmost trust in God. God’s wisdom and ways are always far beyond ours.  

Often God will call us to walk an unknown and mysterious path. Life does not always make perfect sense from a purely rational perspective. We must usually allow our human reason to be informed and led by God’s plan. For each of us, this mysterious path will be different. But if we are to walk by the same faith that St Joseph had, we must be willing to accept and allow God’s revealed Word to clarify our journey. 

Walk by faith. Be inspired by St Joseph. Say “Yes” to that which God is asking of you. As you do, you will find that you will begin to walk down the most glorious road you can walk. 

Every blessing

Father Paul