In 1999 their Shrine of Saint Joseph the Guardian of the Redeemer was named after the Apostolic exhortation Redemptoris Custos.[110]. Please call the church at. Click for full mass schedule and links to Livestream Masses on YouTube Appalachia Winter 2022 Video Review Survey for Young Families Livestream Masses Joseph (Hebrew: , romanized:Yosef; Greek: , romanized:Iosph) was a 1st-century Jewish man of Nazareth who, according to the canonical Gospels, was married to Mary, the mother of Jesus, and was the legal father of Jesus. [109], Many cities, towns, and locations are named after Saint Joseph. This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google, First Annual Saint Joseph Conference RSVP. Be the first to comment on St. Joseph Parish. Parish Community of St. Joseph Home Videos Live Playlists Community Channels About Search Upcoming live streams UPCOMING Sunday February 5. Joseph of Nazareth, as model of silence, work and selfless care, is our patronal light in persevering along Christ's radical way of discipleship. Like the two differing genealogies, the infancy narratives appear only in Matthew and Luke and take different approaches to reconciling the requirement that the Messiah be born in Bethlehem with the tradition that Jesus in fact came from Nazareth. [101], Upon a typical Saint Joseph's Day altar, people place flowers, limes, candles, wine, fava beans, specially prepared cakes, breads, cookies, other meatless dishes, and zeppole. During this pilgrimage to the Holy Land, we discover the roots of our beliefs as we see the sites, touch the stones, and pray the prayers that have formed the faith we hold as sacred. Millstone Twp, NJ 08510 732-792-2270 Everyone Is Special. As we enter this Lenten season, we recall the 40 days of Jesus being tempted in the wilderness. St. Joseph Parish is a local church in Hillsborough, NJ. The formal veneration of the Holy Family began in the 17th century by Franois de Laval. St Mary's Byzantine Catholic Church. 500 Us Highway 22, Bridgewater, NJ 08807. obtain for me the grace to toil, in the spirit of penance, True to our patron saint, as Christ-bearers, we take care of each other and our neighbors in need. The last time Joseph appears in person in any of the canonical Gospels is in the narrative of the Passover visit to the Temple in Jerusalem when Jesus is 12 years old, which is found only in Luke. There are some paintings with him wearing a Jewish hat. Know that pilgrimages also are joyful experiences where not only do we spend time in prayer and reflection, but we also have fun as we experience each other as a Christian community, cultivating friendships that last a lifetime. Being a patron saint of the virgins, too, he is venerated as "most chaste". Event: 5K . [96] In Eastern Orthodoxy, the feast day of Saint Joseph is celebrated on the First Sunday after the Nativity of Christ. If you need the services of one of our ministries or if you would like to . . We are grateful to parents who bring their child(ren) to our Masses, it is nice to hear life in the Church. (Housing Outreach Multifaith Empowerment)Fr. More about St. Joseph Parish. There are currently no bulletins available for St. Joseph. Our editors will review what youve submitted and determine whether to revise the article. [50], Other scholars have argued that tekton could equally mean a highly skilled craftsman in wood or the more prestigious metal, perhaps running a workshop with several employees, and noted sources recording the shortage of skilled artisans at the time. St. Joseph Church, Hillsborough, NJ Race Date: June 10, 2017 . As well you are invited to participate in televised Masses on: Salt and Light (each day at 6:30am, 11:00 am, 3:00pm, and 10:30 pm EST). He was a lifelong fan of the NY Yankees and the NY Jets - although he often joked it was painful for him to watch them play. "[79] Origen, however, argues that Celsus's claim was a fabricated story. St. Joseph Church, Hillsborough - Funeral Mass for Al Wund, Thursday, March 19,2020 - YouTube AboutPressCopyrightContact usCreatorsAdvertiseDevelopersTermsPrivacyPolicy & SafetyHow YouTube. P. de Letter, "The Theology of Saint Joseph". 16 E Somerset St, Raritan, NJ 08869 Dear Friends, There are few things that can be labeled once-in-a-lifetime opportunities, but I think a trip to the Holy Land must be one of them. In response to the recent discoveries of unmarked graves on the site of former Residential Schools across Canada, His Excellency, Bishop Crosby, OMI, issued a Pastoral Letter entitled: To Inform, To Encourage, To Heal. 34 Yorktown Rd Hillsborough NJ 08844 (908) 874-3141. Eph 2:1922. These online worship aids are available for the indicated Masses. After marrying Mary, he found her already pregnant and, being a righteous man and unwilling to expose her to public disgrace (Matthew 1:19), decided to divorce her quietly, but an angel told him that the child was the Son of God and was conceived by the Holy Spirit. [88] In 1989, on the occasion of the centenary of Quamquam pluries Pope John Paul II issued Redemptoris Custos (Guardian of the Redeemer), which presented Saint Joseph's role in the plan of redemption, as part of the "redemption documents" issued by John Paul II such as Redemptoris Mater to which it refers.[89][90][91][92]. Your message was posted to Facebook. In spite of all of this, I continue to be amazed at the generosity of this community. Pope Pius IX declared him to be both the patron and the protector of the Catholic Church, in addition to his patronages of the sick and of a happy death, due to the belief that he died in the presence of Jesus and Mary. I would like to invite you to join me for a 11-Day Pilgrimage September 10-21, 2023., for a and walk in the steps of Jesus. Visitor or newcomer, welcome to St. Joseph Parish. St. Joseph's role in the Catholic church is summarized by the German theologian Friedrich Justus Knecht: St. Josephs high place in the kingdom of God comes from this, that God chose him to be the guardian and protector of His Son, entrusting him with what was greatest and dearest to Himself, singling him out and especially blessing him for this office. Through our many wonderful programs supported by our Annual Appeal, together we educate our youth, comfort our sick and dying, minister to our parishes, and care for the needy. Sanders, E. P. Laughlin, 192194. True to our patron saint, as Christ-bearers, we take care of each other and our neighbors in need. He attended mass every Sunday and was known to all for his kindness and generous spirit. [116] Pope Pius X composed a prayer to Saint Joseph which begins:[117], Glorious St. Joseph, pattern of all who are devoted to toil, While every effort has been made to follow citation style rules, there may be some discrepancies. The Church celebrates a Feast in honour of St. Joseph on 19 March, and desires that all the faithful should honour him, ask for his intercession, and imitate his virtues. We have started a new section of this website dedicated to Reflections from the Staff at Saint Joseph Church. [108], Saint Joseph is well known as the patron saint of fathers, both families and virgins, workers, especially carpenters, expecting mothers and unborn children. For the same reason I would like to take this opportunity to thank all those who donated last year, especially those who had to make a sacrifice to give. [15], While none of the Gospels mentions Joseph as present at any event during Jesus' adult ministry, the synoptic Gospels share a scene in which the people of Nazareth, Jesus' hometown, doubt Jesus' status as a prophet because they know his family. Modern positions on the question of the relationship between Joseph and the Virgin Mary vary. This is an opportunity for us to prayerfully reflect and challenge ourselves to answer positively to the project and pastoral ministry of our Diocese and our Church. Recognizing and attending to the needs of our fellow man and women are responsibilities we all share as Catholics. Thus in Matthew, the infant Jesus, like Moses, is in peril from a cruel king, like Moses he has a (fore)father named Joseph who goes down to Egypt, like the Old Testament Joseph this Joseph has a father named Jacob, and both Josephs receive important dreams foretelling their future.[12]. Bill loved to travel, the Jersey shore, and spending time with his family. I am most confident that you, as in previous years, will share your gifts and enable our Diocese to continue its many good works. [14], Christian tradition represents Mary as a widow during the adult ministry of her son. . I am asking you to help with your most generous participation in this year's Diocesan Annual Appeal. I urge you to make a gift or pledge this year. Joseph (Hebrew: , romanized: Yosef; Greek: , romanized: Iosph) was a 1st-century Jewish man of Nazareth who, according to the canonical Gospels, was married to Mary, the mother of Jesus, and was the legal father of Jesus.. Joseph is venerated as Saint Joseph in the Catholic Church, Orthodox Church, Oriental Orthodox Church and Anglicanism. EIN. I am most confident that you, as in previous years, will share your gifts and enable our Diocese to continue its many good works. 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Saint Joseph's Oratory is the largest church in Canada, with the largest dome of its kind in the world after that of Saint Peter's Basilica in Rome. Our many volunteers truly help to make our Church a welcoming place to worship God and enter a profound experience with Jesus. [102], In 1870, Pope Pius IX declared Joseph patron of the Universal Church and instituted another feast, a solemnity to be held on the third Sunday of Eastertide. The Annual Diocesan Appeal goal of $6,773,145. Our Patron, Saint . I would like to invite you to join me for a 11-Day Pilgrimage September 10-21, 2023., for a and walk in the steps of Jesus. Joseph's death at the age of 111, attended by angels and asserting the perpetual virginity of Mary, takes up approximately half the story. Lord Jesus Christ,Living Son of the living God,Help me to know what You want, to want what you want, and to do what you want. . William Joseph Fiorelli was born to Flora and William Fiorelli on Valentine's Day in 1934, and died peacefully on February 28, 2023 in Somerville, New Jersey. Our parish community is involved in many aspects of service. [48] The Greek term evokes an artisan with wood in general, or an artisan in iron or stone. 137 were here. [93], 19 March, Saint Joseph's Day, has been the principal feast day of Saint Joseph in Western Christianity[94][95] since the 10th century, and is celebrated by Catholics, Anglicans, many Lutherans, and other denominations. Please click here for directions. Jewish philosopher, scholar, and physician. Summary Programs + Results Financials Operations. I am very much aware that the economy is struggling every day we hear the news of more plant closings, layoffs, and pay cuts. Blessings, Fr. Specifically the large theatre in the city has been suggested, although this has aroused much controversy over dating and other issues. St. Joseph Catholic Parish in Guelph was established in 1952 with 300 families as parishioners. Avoiding Bethlehem out of fear of Herods successor, Joseph, Mary, and Jesus settled in Nazareth (Matthew 2:2223) in Galilee, where Joseph taught his craft of carpentry to Jesus. The Eastern Orthodox Church, which names Joseph's first wife as .mw-parser-output .vanchor>:target~.vanchor-text{background-color:#b1d2ff}Salome, holds that Joseph was a widower and betrothed to Mary,[66] and that references to Jesus' "brothers" were children of Joseph from a previous marriage. Please bring your completed pledge card to Mass on the weekend of February 4th and 5th and turn it in at that time or return it as soon as possible to the Parish Office. During this pilgrimage to the Holy Land, we discover the roots of our beliefs as we see the sites, touch the stones, and pray the prayers that have formed the faith we hold as sacred. I urge you to make a gift or pledge this year. St. Joseph is the especial patron of the Church. [81] Gerson wrote Consideration sur Saint Joseph and preached sermons on Saint Joseph at the Council of Constance. Saint Joseph's RC Church. No reviews yet. Click for full mass schedule and links to Livestream Masses on YouTube. Joseph F. Watters, 86, of Little Egg Harbor, NJ passed away on March 1, 2023, with his son, Tim, and his loving wife of 64 years, Mary Jane, by his side. [103][104] This reflects Saint Joseph's status as patron of workers. Please indicate what problem has been found! [citation needed], Full cycles of his life are rare in the Middle Ages, although the scenes from the Life of the Virgin or Life of Christ where he is present are far more often seen. Our mission is to prayerfully continue to build a Community that proclaims the Gospel,. Updates are currently being routed through MassTimes.org. For families who are able to contribute to this wonderful project of restoring and renewing our beloved, St. Chrisotpher Church. 43148 Mission Boulevard Mail: P. O. If you are a long-time parishioner or a new parishioner or a visitor, we welcome you with open arms and hope you truly have a wonderful encounter with Jesus at St Joseph. Joseph is last mentioned in the Gospels when he and Mary frantically searched for the lost young Jesus in Jerusalem, where they found him in the Temple (Luke 2:4149). Request access on the Bulletins tab of a church listing. I am very much aware that the economy is struggling every day we hear the news of more plant closings, layoffs, and pay cuts. DiscoverMass and MassTimes.org have partnered together to help make a single place to manage Parish info for the public. [citation needed], Some statues of Joseph depict his staff as topped with flowers, recalling the non-canonical Gospel of James's account of how Mary's spouse was chosen by collecting the walking sticks of widowers in Palestine, and Joseph's alone bursting into flower, thus identifying him as divinely chosen. In 1871, the Josephite Fathers of the Catholic Church were created under the patronage of Joseph, intending to work with the poor. HankFHilton@loyola.edu. He graduated from Teaneck High School and Fairleigh Dickinson University in Teaneck, before serving in the military where he was stationed in Germany for two years. [46], Joseph's description as a "tekton" () has been traditionally translated into English as "carpenter", but is a rather general word (from the same root that gives us "technical", "technology")[47] that could cover makers of objects in various materials. The position of the Catholic Church, derived from the writings of Jerome, is that Joseph was the husband of Mary, but that references to Jesus' "brothers" should be understood to mean cousins. Salt and Light (each day at 6:30am, 11:00 am, 3:00pm, and 10:30 pm EST). [38] Matthew and Luke both contain a genealogy of Jesus showing his ancestry from David, but through different sons; Matthew follows the major royal line from Solomon, while Luke traces another line back to Nathan, another son of David and Bathsheba. Bill was expecting his first great grandchild later this year. But no matter how you see yourself, please know that you have a place a home here with us. 1900 Brooks Blvd. [115] Therese of Lisieux stated that she prayed daily to "Saint Joseph, Father and Protector of Virgins" and felt protected from danger as a result. St. Joseph is the patron of the universal church in Roman Catholicism, and his life is recorded in the Gospels, particularly Matthew and Luke. Pope Pius X, in order to restore the celebration of Sundays, moved this feast to the Wednesday in the second week after Easter, and gave it an octave. About. Saint Christophers is one of fifty-two local parishes and missions, plus schools, other institutions and various ministries that make up our Diocese. This mission of the church is to follow Christ, to examine our lives, recognize our abundance of gifts, and acknowledge that God has not only blessed us with these gifts, but has entrusted them to our care. [20], Joseph appears in Luke as the father of Jesus and in a "variant reading in Matthew". The term kiddushin, which refers to the first part of a two-part marriage, is frequently translated as "betrothal". [123] Jean Gerson nonetheless favoured showing him as a younger man. We are sinners that dare to trust in the mercy promised. [16] In Luke 3:23 NIV: "Now Jesus himself was about thirty years old when he began his ministry. [127] According to Charlene Villaseor Black, "Seventeenth-century Spanish and Mexican artists reconceptualized Joseph as an important figure, representing him as the youthful, physically robust, diligent head of the Holy Family. St. Christopher Parish - 1576 Curtner Ave. - San Jose, CA. St. Joseph's Weekend Mass Schedule grows to 5:30, 8:00, 10:00 and 12:00 in the Main Church and 9:00 and 10:15 in the Historic Church to meet the demands of a rapidly growing parish population. Joseph is not mentioned as being present at the Wedding at Cana at the beginning of Jesus' mission, nor at the Passion at the end. Free shipping for many products! [71], The History of Joseph the Carpenter, written in the 5th century and framed as a biography of Joseph dictated by Jesus, describes how Joseph, aged 90, a widower with four sons and two daughters, is given charge of the twelve-year-old Mary, who then lives in his household raising his youngest son James the Less (the supposed author of the Protoevangelium) until she is ready to be married at age 14. [3][4] In Catholic traditions, Joseph is regarded as the patron saint of workers and is associated with various feast days. [75][76], Eusebius of Caesarea relates in his Church History (Book III, ch. Metropolitan Cathedral of San Jos or So Jos, e.g. Box 3276, Fremont, CA 94539 The fava bean was the crop which saved the population from starvation and is a traditional part of Saint Joseph's Day altars and traditions. Joseph is the patron saint of the New World; and of the regions Carinthia, Styria, Tyrol, Sicily; and of several main cities and dioceses. [40], The variances between the genealogies given in Matthew and Luke are explained in a number of ways. [5][6] A specific veneration is tributed to the most chaste and pure heart of Saint Joseph. Join over 28,000 churches and claim this profile for a free and easy way to help your church grow. In the Gospel book of Luke, Joseph already lives in Nazareth, and Jesus is born in Bethlehem because Joseph and Mary have to travel there to be counted in a census. St. Joseph Catholic Church 91 Stillhouse Rd. In Mark 6:3, they call Jesus "Mary's son" instead of naming his father. St. Joseph, (flourished 1st century ce, Nazareth, Galilee, region of Palestine; principal feast day March 19, Feast of St. Joseph the Worker May 1), in the New Testament, Jesus' earthly father and the Virgin Mary's husband. St Joseph's Church aka St. Joseph Community Parish | Hillsborough, NJ | www.stjosephsparish.com. He is invoked against hesitation and for the grace of a holy death. The temptations that Jesus faces in the desert are those that many of us struggle with every day: materialism, ego, and power. Website. 95125, Monday through Friday, 6:30am and 9:00am Mass starting February 27. Each contains a genealogy of Jesus showing ancestry from King David, but through different sons; Matthew follows the major royal line from Solomon, while Luke traces another line back to Nathan, another son of David and Bathsheba. "[77] Epiphanius adds that Joseph and Cleopas were brothers, sons of "Jacob, surnamed Panther. It is our time to ensure that our church retains its prominence in our community for generations to come and I ask for your prayers for the success of our efforts. Saint Joseph is frequently invoked for employment, daily protection, vocation, happy marriage, and a happy death. His feast day is observed by some Lutherans. Get the latest business insights from Dun & Bradstreet. I invite you to prayerfully consider traveling with us. (Housing Outreach Multifaith Empowerment), Becca's Friends - Special Needs Social Events. Jesus himself frequently used the word "brother" as a generic term for one's fellow man. When you are on St Joseph YouTube Channel please subscribe so that you are updated with any changes or if you miss the Live Stream Mass you can access at a later time. Find Related Places. As we walk with Christ, the Catholic Church to which we belong calls upon us to respond not only to needs of individuals we know but also to wider community. Due to COVID-19 closures, many churches are not gathering for Mass. [122] Joseph is shown mostly with a beard, not only in keeping with Jewish custom, but also because although the Gospel accounts do not give his age later legends tend to present him as an old man at the time of his wedding to Mary. Furthermore, there is a novena prayed before the feast of Saint Joseph on 19 March. All proceeds will be split between BoroSafe suicide prevention/awareness and our Youth Ministry trip to Catholic Heart Work Camp (CHWC) in Paterson, NJ. Supporting Our Mission Together with Christ. He also cherished the relationships he had as Pop Pop to his eight grandchildren, Kyle (Yvonne), Lindsay (Walter), Melinda (Wayne), Megan (Matt), Malia, Maya, Thomas and Emily, his grand pups Mia and Athena, as well as with many nieces and nephews. At each location, we will read and reflect on the Gospels. Through him the whole structure is held together and grows into a temple sacred in the Lord, in him you also are being built together into a dwelling place of God in the Spirit. Hank has served in several parishes in Wisconsin & Maryland, and for the past two years he has served at St. Francis Cathedral Parish in Metuchen. The first appearance of Joseph is in the gospels of Matthew and Luke, often dated from around 8090 AD. St.Joseph Church in Hillsborough will now be live streaming Catholic Mass daily at https://sjmillstone.com and on YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/channe. In later years, he enjoyed playing golf, bocci ball, and cards with his many friends at Canal Walk. You will never again see or hear these words of Scripture without vividly recalling the places where Jesus walked and taught. By contrast, the apocryphal History of Joseph the Carpenter, from the 5th or 6th century, has a long account of Joseph's peaceful death, at the age of 111, in the presence of Jesus (aged about 19), Mary and angels. Roman Catholic (X22) Our mission "to provide a safe website for . In 1955 Pope Pius XII established the Feast of St. Joseph the Worker on May 1 as a counter-celebration to the communists May Day. Omissions? Our Parish church was dedicated in 1957. Because of your generosity in giving, we were able to exceed our goal by $ $38,000.00. Links are below. God loves you and I do too! Our mission is to prayerfully continue to build a Community that proclaims the Gospel,. He retired in 2002 as the VP of Operations at Swatek Packaging Solutions in Ridgefield, NJ. Now is the time to restor and refurbish the natural beauty of our church. Through generous participation in the Diocesan Annual Appeal, we as a Diocesan family are able to work together. This article was most recently revised and updated by, https://www.britannica.com/biography/Saint-Joseph, Learn Religions - Meet Joseph - Earthly Father of Jesus, McClintock and Strong Biblical Cyclopedia - Joseph. Each ministry is committed to making a difference for Christ and improving the lives of others. Dear Friends: Seventy years ago, Msgr. Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for State View~St Michael's Church~Cross~West End NJ PM 1908~Vintage Postcard at the best online prices at eBay! Please refer to the appropriate style manual or other sources if you have any questions. Welcome to our Catholic faith community. It is our dream and our hope that all who support the parish for the love of the Church will support the Diocese through the Annual Diocesan Appeal Supporting Our Mission Together. San Giuseppe dei Teatini, San Jos, e.g. Elsewhere in the world churches named after the saint may be known as those of San Giuseppe, e.g. A convalidation is for couples who married outside Read more July 29, 2023, Live-stream Mass is available each Sunday10am (English), 3pm (Vietnamese), 5pm (Chinese)Recordings are also at: Youtube.com/SaintJosephParish, Online Worship AidsThese online worship aids are available for the indicated Masses.Please join us as we sing and pray together.Thursday Vespers Sunday Mass in English Sunday Mass in Vietnamese , Next live-stream ~ March 5th10AM (English)3PM (Vietnamese)5PM (Chinese). Religious iconography often depicts him with lilies or spikenard. [124], In recent centuries in step with a growing interest in Joseph's role in Gospel exegesis he himself has become a focal figure in representations of the Holy Family. St. Joseph, (flourished 1st century ce, Nazareth, Galilee, region of Palestine; principal feast day March 19, Feast of St. Joseph the Worker May 1), in the New Testament, Jesus earthly father and the Virgin Marys husband. Supporting Our Mission Together with Christ. This mission of the church is to follow Christ, to examine our lives, recognize our abundance of gifts, and acknowledge that God has not only blessed us with these gifts, but has entrusted them to our care. Foods are traditionally served containing bread crumbs to represent sawdust since Joseph was a carpenter. For many, coming into our area from different countries and from cities across our country, Saint Christopher Parish has served as our spiritual home where our families and faith have flourished. Vision TV broadcasts Mass on Sunday at 8:00 am. This is an opportunity for us to prayerfully reflect and challenge ourselves to answer positively to the project and pastoral ministry of our Diocese and our Church. Bill was a gifted athlete and played third base on his high school and college baseball teams, as well as on an Army semi-pro baseball team in Europe. Also 12pm(noon) Mass on Wednesdays starting on March 1st Wednesdays: - 12pm(noon) Mass on starting on March 1st - Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament 7:00pm starting on March 8th Fridays: Stations of the Cross 7pm in Church. The views expressed here are the author's own. Hospitality Opportunities in Food Services, Housekeeping And Others! He is survived by his wife of over 65 years, Claire (nee Sands) Fiorelli, whom he worshipped, as well as a sister, Dolores Tallon. We look back with pride that Sant Christophers has participated and exceeded its goal from the beginning of the Annual Diocesan Appeal. Through him the whole structure is held together and grows into a temple sacred. [53][54][55][56] Archaeology over most of the site is made impossible by subsequent building, but from what has been excavated and tombs in the area around the village, it is estimated that the population was at most about 400. Thank you! (732) 356-0027 (732) 356-8092. I invite you to prayerfully consider traveling with us. Bill was a lifelong resident of New Jersey. If he had been present at the Crucifixion, he would under Jewish custom have been expected to take charge of Jesus' body, but this role is instead performed by Joseph of Arimathea. Daily and Sunday Mass is also available on EWTN: https://www.ewtn.com/tv. Let us know if you have suggestions to improve this article (requires login). Fill out the following form to request more information on becoming a sponsor of this listing. In the Catholic Church, the Feast of Saint Joseph (19 March) is a solemnity (first class if using the Tridentine calendar), and is transferred to another date if impeded (i.e., 19 March falling on Sunday or in Holy Week). Mass Schedule is as follows-. At the time of Joseph, Nazareth was an obscure village in Galilee, about 130 kilometres (81mi) from the Holy City of Jerusalem, and is barely mentioned in surviving non-Christian texts and documents. I pray that you will begin to make your plans for traveling to the Holy Land in September 10-21. [51] Geza Verms has stated that the terms 'carpenter' and 'son of a carpenter' are used in the Jewish Talmud to signify a very learned man, and he suggests that a description of Joseph as 'naggar' (a carpenter) could indicate that he was considered wise and highly literate in the Torah. May the winds of Grace blow gently upon you, and Blessings fall softly upon your days. who cried, Glory to God; for he hath bestowed peace on earth. [57] It was, however, only about 6 kilometers from the city of Sepphoris, which was destroyed and depopulated by the Romans in 4 BC, and thereafter was expensively rebuilt.
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