ST. JOSEPH: SHADOW OF THE HEAVENLY FATHER Released.

 SR. SOFIA THOMAS DSP

The latest book from Pauline Publications. -ST JOSEPH SHADOW OF HEAVENLY FATHER was released on 14th July 2021, Wednesday at daughters of St Paul, Kolkata. Most Rev. Thomas D' Souza Archbishop of Kolkata released the honk during a short programme after the Eucluulstic Celebration. More would have been no other day that would match than Wednesday a day dedicated to St Joseph !Museum. The first copy of the book was presented to Mrs Dorin John:. one of the Pauline Co-operators by the Archbishop. The Book St Joseph: The shadow of the heavenly Father is a memento of die year of St Joseph. which portrays the exemplary life of St Joseph the Patron and Protector the Catholic Church. He remains a Lighthouse for all people -living in family, workplace and consecrated life showing us the right path to a Holy life. This book is an effort  to take a claws and comprehensive look at St Joseph piecing together various aspects of his life through well researched articles and biblical theologies and Biblical experts bishops. priests, men and women tensions and laity (from many countries east and west.

The articles In the book: - showcase how Joseph did justice to his exalted and unique role as the husband of Mary and foster Father of Jesus: an exemplar for husbands and fathers. 

Throw light on the trait of St Joseph as a courageous man In the face of poverty. 'election and humiliation: a mentor for spiritual life. - Present Joseph as a shining example of a faithful companion and role model for happy family life.  

Go deeper into his life of selfless service and committed life model for Consecrated life. - Speak of the Papal writings which are proof enough to show the unique place St Joseph has in the Church. We need a renewed understanding of St Joseph which redeems and retrieves his two and important mission In the Divine plan along with that of his virgin Spouse.