Day 8 - Job 22:28

"You can pray to God, and he will hear you. When you make a decision, your plans will be fulfilled, and light will shine on your ways." Job 22, 28

Meditation

Fr. Stephen Wang, University Chaplain in the Diocese of Westminster.

Intention of the day

St. Joseph, help us to be faithful and trustworthy in the little things of everyday life, at work and at home. Help us to do each thing with great love and to leave the things we can't do in the hands of God! Teach us not to fear the future, but to surrender it in total surrender to God.

Let us take a few moments to pray for one or more intentions left by others on this page of intentions entrusted to St. Joseph.

Community prayer

SAINT JOSEPH, MODEL FOR LABOURERS

Joseph, Model of Labourers Good Saint Joseph, when God wanted a family for his Son, He looked among the labourers, and chose you along with Mary, demonstrating His esteem for human work. You put your heart into your work, and shared your workshop with Jesus. Your work, like that of other humans, found new meaning in the presence of God. Sustain us in the hope of finding work when we are confronted with the desolation of unemployment. Counsel business leaders to create an equitable division of labour that is respectful of individuals, and promotes our growth and happiness. Help us to perform our work joyfully, conscientiously, fairly and honestly. Prepare our hearts to recognize your Son in our colleagues at work. Amen. (St. Joseph Oratory, Montreal, CANADA)