St. Andre Bessette and the Year of St. Joseph

[Denise]

Years ago I read a book about St. Andre when he was still a Blessed. I was telling someone about him who is in a dither about something happening in their life and concerning their job. St. Andre said,

“Indeed one must have faith to rub oneself with a medal…Always hold a medal of St. Joseph in your hand when making a request, having an interview, or transacting an important affair. Holding a medal in one’s hand makes one think more of St. Joseph than wearing it.” (Brother André – The Wonder Man of Mount Royal)

After I read that in the book I attached the bell of my medal to a ring on my finger and it would always be in my palm. I couldn't drop it when I opened my hand because it was attached to my ring. I think I did this until Aniya was born. I don't remember why I quit wearing it that way. Believe me, there is a lot of weight to what St. Andre advised.

Since this is the year of St. Joseph I think it would be very helpful to read about St. Andre and the devotion he had to St. Joseph. He was such a sweet and humble man and you can't help but to fall in love with him. Just carry a medal with you and when you are in dealings with someone take it from your pocket and hold it in your hand.

[Johnna]

Awesome advice I'm sure! I want to read about st. Andre now. I do have a St.Joseph medal somewhere, too.