Redemptoris Custos

This Congregation for Divine Worship and the Discipline of the Sacraments, by virtue of the faculties granted by the Supreme Pontiff Francis, gladly decrees that the name of Saint Joseph, Spouse of the Blessed Virgin Mary, henceforth be added to Eucharistic Prayers II, III and IV. Congregation for Divine Worship and the Discipline of the Sacraments 1 May 2013 Saint Joseph the Worker The apostolic exhortation Redemptoris Custos of the Holy Father John Paul II, on the figure and mission of Saint Joseph in the life of Christ and the Church, is twenty-five years old. Take advantage of this favorable opportunity... reflect on the words of the holy Pope! He wished to present to us the Spouse of the Virgin Mary, a model of love, fidelity and devotion.