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 A Role Model for Labor

By Jaxon Angelle

7th Grade, Our Lady of Fatima

Teacher: Ms. Crochet

 St. Joseph the Worker is a great example of how to live, provide for yourself, and provide for others. Louisiana is a mostly Christian state where people incorporate Christ into their daily lives. The best way to do this is to think of Saint Joseph the Worker, a great example of how you should strengthen and provide for your family. Saint Joseph was the head of the Holy Family which came with many responsibilities and sufferings. Many jobs in Louisiana involve suffering. God's plan isn't always easy, but He knows what is better for you in the long run. Joseph was probably in shock when he found out that he was going to be the spouse of the Mother of God. Joseph always stayed true to God even when it was hard, so that means that if we find life difficult while working hard to help our families, looking up to St. Joseph will help us extremely. St. Joseph the Worker has many titles, Chaste Guardian of the Virgin, Zealous Defender of Christ, and Glory of Domestic Life, which all point to him being a courageous and faithful role model. Besides working physically, Saint Joseph also works spiritually, too. By protecting, teaching, and loving Jesus Christ, Saint Joseph works towards eternal salvation which is what we should all strive for. By working without complaint, protecting the Virgin Mary and Jesus Christ, and teaching Jesus as a child, Saint Joseph the Worker is a great example for people working throughout Louisiana.