In “Befriending St. Joseph: Finding Faith, Hope and Courage in the Seven Sorrows Devotion,” author Deacon Greg Kandra leads readers on a journey of spiritual renewal through the few Bible stories that include St. Joseph. The book offers a fresh take on the centuries-old devotion known as the Seven Sorrows of St. Joseph and provides an opportunity to ponder Joseph’s role in salvation and ways to become more like him. Through guided reflections, readers will imagine what life may have been like for Joseph, Mary and Jesus and will receive guidance to better navigate life, focusing on trust, purity of heart, courage and persistence in faith.