Solemnity of Saint Joseph, Spouse of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Matthew 1:16, 18-21, 24a

Daily Gospel Reading and Reflection · Mar 19, 2026 · 2m

Solemnity of Saint Joseph, Spouse of the Blessed Virgin Mary

Matthew 1:16, 18-21, 24a

Such was his intention when, behold,

the angel of the Lord appeared to him in a dream and said,

“Joseph, son of David,

do not be afraid to take Mary your wife into your home.

For it is through the Holy Spirit

that this child has been conceived in her.

She will bear a son and you are to name him Jesus,

because he will save his people from their sins.”

When Joseph awoke,

he did as the angel of the Lord had commanded him

and took his wife into his home.