Nowadays, the use of religious sculptures in the homes of the faithful is very common. The images help in prayer, meditation and contemplation and the image of Saint Joseph Sleeping is one such example.
Did you know that even the Pope keeps one in his office? It was for this reason that the sculpture of Saint Joseph sleeping became so popular. Find out why.
Saint Joseph
Saint Joseph is considered the patron saint of workers. Pope Pius IX declared him patron and protector of the Catholic Church, as well as patronizing the sick and a happy death, due to the belief that he died in the presence of Jesus and Mary.
Saint Joseph is also considered a role model for parents, having become patron of several dioceses and places.
But it's not all. The image of Saint Joseph Asleep has a much deeper meaning. Can you imagine why our Pope insists on keeping her close? We will now explain why.
The Pope and Saint Joseph
Saint Joseph is mentioned in the Gospels as sleeping at the moment he heard the voice of God and the divine will was revealed to him while he dreamed.
In this way, the Pope revealed the following: “When I have a problem or difficulty, I write it on paper and place it under Saint Joseph, so that he can dream about it. That means: for him to pray for this problem”.
Now you can do the same! Write your difficulty or request on paper and do as the Pope does.
Get your sleeping image of Saint Joseph HERE : an image created in Italy, with a prayer to Saint Joseph accompanied by a personalized box.
