04.14.2021

Tanmaya - Poem 1

Joseph of Nazareth

Amidst the simplicity of that carpentry shop

Worked a saint of great hope

A skilled labourer, a great craftsman,

A renowned wood worker, Joseph of Nazareth

Perfect in work, humble in thoughts

Noble in ways, father so great

A just man, acted on dreams

Never questioned, never doubted, just believed

Husband of Mary, Foster Father of Jesus

Obedient, kind and faithful

Knew the pain of exile, yet followed God’s command

Searched Jesus in the ancient city, when he was lost

Who else than Joseph to be protector of the church?

Who else than Joseph to be patron of dreams?

Who else than Joseph to be patron of Little Design?

Who else than Joseph to be our guide?

Go to Joseph - was said in the old

Go to Joseph - is all that is asked

Go to him, and he will take you to Jesus

For Joseph has the greatest treasure with him.

Sr. Laveena D’Souza
Tanmaya Province / India