Saint Joseph's Day: see the times of the celebrations in Divinópolis and Itaúna
Saint Joseph's Day is celebrated annually on March 19, with various masses and processions planned in Divinópolis and Itaúna.
Saint Joseph's Day, celebrated on March 19, honors Joseph, the husband of Mary and the stepfather of Jesus, recognized as the patron saint of families and workers. The Catholic Church in Brazil is organizing a range of masses and processions to commemorate this day, especially in the cities of Divinópolis and Itaúna, providing an opportunity for the community to come together and participate in religious observances.
In Divinópolis, the Parish of Saint Joseph the Worker has a detailed schedule of celebrations featuring different celebrants throughout the day. Starting with a morning mass at 6 am led by Father Gustavo, the schedule includes several masses continuing every few hours, culminating with a service at 7:30 pm by the Community of Our Lady of Lourdes. This kind of organization reflects the community's deep-rooted traditions and collective faith in honoring the figure of Saint Joseph.
Similarly, the Parish of Saint Joseph in Itaúna will also offer various masses throughout the day, concluding with a procession to celebrate the occasion. This structure of differing masses, led by various priests, allows a larger segment of the community to engage with the celebrations, ensuring that both localities honor this important day in their religious calendar.