Saint Joseph's Church in Kraków, POLAND
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Merry Christmas!
“This day shall light shine upon us; for the Lord is born to us.”
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01/05/2024
"If you cannot afford a lamb, one will be appointed to you."
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JOKE-OGRAPHY:
1. Joseph continues reading about Jewish law from his brochure (continued from last week's cartoon). In Jewish tradition, the sacrifice for a newborn boy was typically one yearling lamb (for the sin offering) and one turtledove (for the burnt offering). As Mary and Joseph discuss this, the Holy Spirit (a dove, but not for sacrifice) shows up to give a knowing glance at Baby Jesus. You see, Jesus is called the "Lamb of God," and His mission is to be sacrificed for our sins, so it's ironic that His parents are required to sacrifice a lamb for HIM under Jewish law.
2. A few commenters last week were concerned about Mary and Joseph sleeping too close together in their blanket fort, as it challenges the perpetual virginity of Mary (a core Catholic belief). I argue that Mary and Joseph are a poor married couple sleeping in a barn that's open to the cold and creatures of nature, so the chaste and honorable Joseph would probably stay near his Holy Family for their protection, instead of sleeping apart and leaving them vulnerable. No scandal here!
3. A few commenters last week argued about the perpetual virginity of Mary (the belief that she remained a virgin after Jesus's birth; a belief held by the early Church even before the Bible was canonized). I just wanted to say that I'm thrilled and honored that my comics appeal to people of all religions, including other Christian denominations. It moves me every time I get a comment from someone who isn't Catholic but loves my work. That said, I AM Catholic, so please understand that my comics follow the canon of Catholicism when I can help it. No hard feelings. Of course, you're all welcome to continue giving me suggestions and debating in the comments (good-naturedly, of course). I've learned so much by listening and looking into your apologetics.
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"that movie where Oscar Isaac plays the dad of a soon-to-be messianic figure" which one?
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The Dream of Saint Joseph by Francisco Goya
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Giovanni Battista Gaulli, called Il Baciccio (Italian, 1639-1709)
Saint Joseph Embracing the Infant Christ, ca.1670-75
Norton Simon Museum
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Church Mission San Jose doors in San Antonio, Texas, UNITED STATES
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The presentation of the Lord + the Holy Family as a little bonus
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Sacred Heart of Jesus, have mercy on us.
Immaculate Heart of Mary, pray for us.
Most Chaste Heart of Saint Joseph, pray for us.
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noticed today that St. Joseph is stepping on a book. has anyone seen this imagery before or know what it means?
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Mary: Why weren’t you with your father?!
Jesus: I was. *Jesus was in the temple*
Jesus as a kid was a little bit of a smartass /j /lh
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Joyful Mystery: the Nativity of Jesus for week 1 of catholitober 💫
"Catholitober" challenge made by @amorellisart on Instagram!
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