Hymnal: Laudis Corona #219 (1880) First Line: Holy Patron! thee saluting Refrain First Line: Happy Saint, in bliss adoring Jesus Lyrics: 1 Holy Patron! thee saluting,
Here we meet with hearts sincere;
Blest St. Joseph, all uniting,
Call on thee to hear our prayer.
Chorus:
Happy Saint, in bliss adoring Jesus,
Saviour of mankind,
Hear thy children thee imploring,
May we thy protection find.
2 Worldly dangers for them fearing
Youthful hearts to thee we bring;
Grant, in virtue persevering,
Vice may ne'er their bosom sting. [Chorus]
3 Thou, who faithfully attended
Him whom heaven and earth adore;
Who, with pious care defended
Mary, Virgin ever pure. [Chorus]
4 Through this life, O watch around us,
Fill with love our every breath,
And when parting fear surrounds us,
Guide us through the toils of death. [Chorus]
Languages: English Tune Title: [Holy Patron! thee saluting]
St. Joseph