Pope John Paul II: St. Joseph: Guardian of the Redeemer: Series
Inspired by the Gospel, the Fathers of the Church from the earliest centuries stressed that just as Saint Joseph took loving care of Mary and gladly dedicated himself to Jesus Christ’s upbringing, he likewise watches over and protects Christ’s Mystical Body, that is, the Church, of which the Virgin Mary is the exemplar and model.
Guardian of the Redeemer 8/15/ 89 John Paul II