The Catholic Church across Yorkshire's historic West Riding since 1878

The Catholic Church across Yorkshire's historic West Riding since 1878

Year of St Joseph 2021

With the Apostolic Letter “Patris corde” (“With a Father’s Heart”), Pope Francis recalled the 150th anniversary of the declaration of Saint Joseph as Patron of the Universal Church. To mark the occasion, the Holy Father proclaimed a “Year of Saint Joseph” from 8 December 2020 to 8 December 2021.


What do we know about St Joseph? 


In this article, Fr Michael Hall explores what we know about Joseph from the Bible and his unique role alongside Mary and Jesus.


St Joseph, the ultimate “multi-tasker”


Fleur Dorrell looks at some of the less well known texts and images that have influenced how St Joseph has been portrayed in art in this fascinating paper.