Spare a thought for St Joseph, patron saint of workers and husband of Mary, the mother of Jesus.

Pope Pius XII instituted the feast of St. Joseph the Worker on May 1, 1955 so that it would coincide with International Workers Day, also known as May Day.

The scriptures mention nothing of St. Joseph’s age and previous life. However, one early tradition believes that he was an older man and a widower with children from a previous marriage.

March 19, the Feast of St. Joseph — patron of fathers, immigrants and craftsmen — marked 20 years since the United States waged its brutal "shock and awe" attack on the lives and homes of ...

St. Joseph continues to be revered as one of the most-loved saints among Italian-Americans, workers and the protector of families.

Zeppole Day on March 19 is a long-standing Italian tradition that marks the feast of St. Joseph, the patron saint of workers. In celebration, people across the world indulge in zeppoles—deep ...

Federal Hill is hosting La Festa di San Giuseppe (Saint Joseph’s Day) this June 6-8 to come together to honor the patron saint of workers, familie, and the universal Church.

He is also the patron saint of the dying because Jesus and Mary were at his death bed. On March 19th a table full of good Italian food honoring St. Joseph is a traditional Sicilian custom.

In addition to being the patron of the universal Church and workers in general, St. Joseph is also the patron saint of several professions including craftsmen, carpenters, accountants, attorneys ...

Federal Hill is hosting La Festa di San Giuseppe (Saint Joseph’s Day) this June 6-8 to come together to honor the patron saint of workers, familie, and the universal Church.