Call for Prayers!

St. Joseph's Hospital, Paterson was founded by the Sisters of Charity of Saint Elizabeth on September 8, 1867 for the purpose of caring for the "sick poor". Over the past 150 years that mission has grown to include the poor, vulnerable and under-served of Northern New Jersey. The Healthcare System's 150th Anniversary theme is: Celebrating our Commitment to a Healthier Community.  In keeping with the National Day of Prayer, which is celebrated this year on May 4 ^th , we are asking all people of the Paterson Diocese to join with Bishop Arthur Serratelli in praying the prayer below for the intentions of St. Joseph's Healthcare System. Serving the Paterson Diocese as New Jersey's premier Catholic healthcare provider, St. Joseph's and its family of over 5,000 employees counts on your prayers and the prayers of others. 

  Good and Gracious God, who called order out of chaos and created our first parents to live in peace and harmony, listen kindly to us gathered together on this National Day of Prayer. Bless our country, shelter us under your protection and help us to share your abundant gifts with all, especially the poor and suffering.
We pray in a special way for the great work of St. Joseph 's Healthcare System. Bless our physicians, nurses, staff and all professionals dedicated to the care of patients and their families .Accompany them with your healing power. Give them a steadfast spirit and a generous heart as they cooperate with you in bringing health and wholeness to others. Through Christ our Lord. Amen.