PRAYERS: How to Pray the Chaplet of St. Joseph

This beautiful devotion is a powerful way to grow closer to St. Joseph, the foster father of Jesus, guardian of the Holy Family, and a model of humility, faith, and courage. Whether you’re just getting to know St. Joseph or you’ve been devoted to him for years, praying this chaplet can deepen your prayer life and inspire you to follow St. Joseph’s example of trust in God.

The Mysteries of the Chaplet

The Chaplet of St. Joseph invites us to reflect on seven key moments in his life, each rooted in Scripture and the tradition of the Church. These mysteries highlight his steadfast faith and his essential role in salvation history.

The seven mysteries are:

1. The Betrothal to Mary

2. The Annunciation to Joseph

3. The Nativity of Our Lord Jesus

4. The Presentation of Jesus in the Temple

5. The Flight of the Holy Family into Egypt

6. The Finding of Jesus in the Temple

7. The Death of St. Joseph

How to Pray the Chaplet of St. Joseph

Here’s a simple step-by-step guide to praying this chaplet:

1. Begin with the Sign of the Cross and recite the introductory prayers: Apostles’ Creed, an Our Father, a Hail Mary, and a Glory Be.

2. Announce the mystery and pray:“St. Joseph, spiritual father of the faithful, intercede for us.”

3. Pray seven times:“St. Joseph, chaste spouse of Mary and guardian of the Sacred Heart, pray for us now and at the hour of our death. Amen.”

4. Conclude each mystery with:“Jesus, Mary, and Joseph, I surrender my heart completely to thee!”

5. After meditating on all seven mysteries, pray three times:“St. Joseph, patron of the universal Church, pray for us. May we live totally devoted to the Sacred and Immaculate Hearts of Jesus and Mary.”

NOTE: This chaplet can be prayed on a seven-sorrows rosary.

Why Pray the Chaplet of St. Joseph?

St. Joseph is a powerful intercessor and a model of holiness for all of us. His virtues of humility, faith, and total trust in God’s will inspire us to live with courage and devotion. By praying this chaplet, we honor his role in salvation history, meditate on his extraordinary life, and seek his guidance in our own journey of faith.

Dive Deeper with the Chaplet Playlist

To make it even easier to pray, we’ve created a special playlist for the Chaplet of St. Joseph on the Tabella App. It includes:

• A guided chaplet with meditations to enrich your prayer experience.

• A simple recitation of the chaplet for those moments when you’re on the go.

• A full explanation of how to pray the chaplet and the mysteries behind it.

We also encourage you to mark your calendars for St. Joseph’s feast days:

• March 19th: Feast of St. Joseph, Spouse of the Blessed Virgin Mary.

• May 1st: Feast of St. Joseph the Worker.

Embrace the Virtues of St. Joseph

As you pray this chaplet, ask St. Joseph to intercede for you and guide you in living a life devoted to God’s will. Let his example of humility, courage, and unwavering trust inspire your daily life.

Start praying today by visiting the Tabella App and joining us in this beautiful devotion.

Good St. Joseph, pray for us!