Holy Cloak of Saint Joseph Novena
In this episode of Hearts of the Holy Family, I, your host, Yves Jacques and guest Patricia Schwartz discuss a very special intention—an urgent appeal to pray the Holy Cloak of Saint Joseph Novena for Pope Francis and the upcoming Synod in Rome this October. This is a critical moment for the Church, and we are calling for prayers to support the Holy Father and the Synod during these times.
Many of you know that in October 2022, I had the providential opportunity to meet Pope Francis. During that encounter, I handed him a prayer card of St. Joseph. The Holy Father took it in his hands and gave me a mission—he asked me to pray to St. Joseph for him. Today, I am sharing that mission with you, urging everyone to join in this powerful intercession.
A Call to Prayer for the Church
The Church is currently under pressure from numerous external and internal challenges—heresies, doctrinal controversies, and factions attempting to undermine the Pope's authority. Now more than ever, we need to unite in prayer for Pope Francis, the Vicar of Christ on Earth, and the Synod's success in guiding the Church through these turbulent times.
Our guest, Patricia Schwartz from Florida, is no stranger to the power of St. Joseph. Through a 30-day novena to St. Joseph, she has witnessed countless miracles and graces. Patricia leads three daily prayer sessions over Zoom, and the Holy Cloak of St. Joseph Novena has been a cornerstone of her prayer life.
The Power of the 30-Day Novena
The Holy Cloak of St. Joseph is a powerful 30-day novena, representing the 30 years St. Joseph spent with Jesus. Though it requires a time commitment, participants consistently witness remarkable miracles. Patricia shared how, after starting the novena during the pandemic, people from all over joined her in prayer, and many stayed, forming a tight-knit community.
The novena has brought about countless miracles—from jobs being secured within days to properties being sold after long periods on the market. One particularly memorable testimony involves Patricia's own daughter finding her future husband during the novena. These experiences testify to the power of St. Joseph's intercession.
St. Joseph’s Role in the Church and Our Lives
As the earthly father of Jesus, St. Joseph is a model of humility, obedience, and prayer. His quiet strength guided the Holy Family, and today, he continues to guide us. When we pray the Holy Cloak novena, we are asking St. Joseph to cover us with his cloak, to protect and guide us in our spiritual journey. By spending time in prayer with St. Joseph, we grow closer to him, and in doing so, we grow closer to Jesus and Mary.
This is not just about personal intentions. St. Joseph is also the protector of the Church, and his intercession is crucial during this period of challenge and transformation. We want to ask for a miracle for the Church and Pope Francis, trusting that the gates of hell will not prevail against her.
Join Us in Prayer
This is an open invitation to anyone who feels called to join this urgent appeal. Whether you're praying on your own or joining others, we encourage you to commit to the 30-day Holy Cloak of St. Joseph Novena. Through prayer, we can participate in the healing and protection of our Church.
You can find the novena here, and we also have booklets available for those who prefer printed copies.
Let us come together in prayer, asking St. Joseph to bless Pope Francis and the Church. Now is the time to act—to become true friends of St. Joseph and, through him, to be united with Jesus and Mary in supporting the Rock of the Church.
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