We are delighted to have you with us and are praying for you to have a powerful experience in deepening your relationship with the foster father of Jesus.

The Way of St. Joseph was written and guided by Father Daniel Brandenburg, a priest with the Legionaries of Christ in collaboration with Plan 2040 and the Camino of San José in Cuatro Ciénegas, Mexico. Father Daniel currently serves as chaplain of the Lumen Institute and chaplain of Young Catholic Professionals in Atlanta, GA. He is also the chairman of the board of directors for Catholic World Mission.

For more information on Father Daniel: https://rcohiovalley.org/people/fr-daniel-brandenburg-lc

For more information on the Camino of San José: https://caminosanjose4c.mx/

Discussion Questions

As you listen to the audio, keep these questions in mind.

• Do the experiences of Joseph and Mary returning to Nazareth resonate with me? Why or why not?


• Reflect on a time when you had to do some serious rebuilding in your life. What most helped you in that time period?


• What can Joseph teach me about dealing with gossip and the negative opinions of others?


• Do I gossip or contribute to making the life of others more difficult? What does the Lord want me to change my behavior and attitude towards my neighbor?


• Reflect on the times when you stood up to gossip and defended the dignity of another. How did you feel and how do you think the Lord felt upon seeing you choose virtue over vice?


• What lessons can I learn from Jesus’ obedience to Mary and Joseph?