Fatherhood is first a spiritual reality, because fatherhood has its origins in God who chose to reveal Himself to us as Our Father, sending his only Son for the sake of our salvation. Fathers therefore have a special and unique role ‘in revealing and in reliving on earth the very fatherhood of God’ (FC 25). Fathers have a vital, unique, and important role to play in the personal and spiritual development of their children, and in reflecting the love of God the Father himself. Fathers are called to show the world the virtues of a tender protector, while living out the virtues of humility and courage. In all circumstances, but especially in difficult circumstances, a father needs to be encouraged to faithfully accept the role entrusted to him by God and support the mother of his child. Through our prayers and through the intercession of St. Joseph, patron of fathers, may fathers come to know the irreplaceable role they hold in the lives of their children, and the responsibility they share in welcoming God’s gift of new life!…”
For expectant fathers: May they find courage in the example of St. Joseph, as they prepare to love, protect, and provide for their child; We pray to the Lord
For all fathers: Bless all fathers and grandfathers as they care for their families. Give them strength and wisdom, tenderness and patience and the ability to love as Jesus does.
For fathers who mourn the loss of a child: May they find peace and consolation in the heart of God the Father; We pray to the Lord
