We have concluded the one-year feast of St. Joseph; we are preparing to celebrate Christmas with the holy family of Nazareth as our guide. St. Joseph was the foster father of Jesus, being present in his family, being caring, sensitive, wise, and courageous. Mary was the pious mother of Jesus who gave herself completely to her Savior. Jesus came to this world in a human family, where he lived, grew up, worked, learned from his parents, received his upbringing.

As you gather to think and pray, may you find in the power and virtues of the Holy Family of Nazareth a beacon and guide in your family life in your parishes.

Through the intercession of the Holy Family of Nazareth, His Holiness grants His Apostolic Blessing to you, your families, and the parishes.