The lives of Saint Joseph and Our Lord show that work is a means of glorifying God. By choosing the humble life of an artisan, Christ sanctified labor and filled it with grace. Saint Joseph, entrusted with these graces, stands as the model and patron of workers, reminding us that God exalts the humble.
Brother Matthew also presents the Church’s teaching on Baptism and the role of godparents. Godparents must be practicing Catholics who meet the canonical requirements and are entrusted with the spiritual care of the baptized. Through Baptism, the soul is transformed from a child of Adam enslaved by sin into an adopted child of God, enriched with sanctifying grace, the theological virtues, and the gifts of the Holy Spirit.
Listen to this episode to deepen your understanding of the dignity of work and the transforming power of Baptism.