Saint Joseph Prayer
Prayer written by Saint Pius X - It can be recited before the start of a working day
Glorious Saint Joseph, model of all those who dedicate themselves to labor! Obtain for me the grace to work with a spirit of penance for the expiation of my numerous sins; To work conscientiously, putting the call of duty above my natural inclinations; To work with recollection and joy, considering it an honor to employ and develop through labor, the gifts I received from God; Obtain for me the grace to work with order, peace, constancy, moderation, patience and the presence of God, without ever retreating in the face of fatigue and difficulties; To work, above all, with purity of intention and with detachment from myself, always keeping death before my eyes and the account that I must give of lost time, of unused talents, of good omitted, and of the sterile vanities in my works so contrary to the work of God! All for Jesus, all through Mary, all in your imitation, O Patriarch Saint Joseph! This will be my motto in life and in death. Amen!