He was a carpenter. A working man. A provider. A protector. And when the weight of responsibility pressed down — feeding a family, keeping a roof overhead, doing the work that needed to be done — St. Joseph did it with quiet faithfulness and total trust in God.

If you’re searching for work, worried about your livelihood, or carrying the weight of providing for those you love, St. Joseph understands. He’s been there. And he intercedes powerfully for those who ask.

This Prayer for Employment laminated card puts his intercession in your hands. Designed by Shawn Kilgarlin — wife, mother of four, mental health clinician, and highly sought-after Life Coach from Shreveport, Louisiana — every ShopCatholic card is made with purpose. ShopCatholic is Shawn’s ministry: profits from every card go toward her mission of giving, including donating thousands of Christmas gifts to children in need every Christmas Eve through Holy Angels, and volunteering at addiction treatment centers. When you buy a card, you’re part of that giving.

👷 The Prayer

Dear Saint Joseph,
you were yourself once faced with the responsibility
of providing the necessities of life for Jesus and Mary.
Look down with fatherly compassion upon me
in my anxiety over my present inability to support my family.

Please help me find gainful employment very soon,
so that this heavy burden of concern will be lifted from my heart
and I am soon able to provide for those whom God has entrusted to my care.

Help me guard against discouragement,
so that I may emerge from this trial
stronger in faith and more deeply grateful
for the work You help me find.
Amen.

📦 Card Details

• Laminated with gold colour accents
• 2.5" x 4.5" — wallet-size and Bible-bookmark ready
• Classic sacred art image of St. Joseph on the front, full prayer on the back
• Available as a single card or in packs of 3, 10, 25, 50, and 100
• A meaningful gift for anyone facing job loss, career transition, or financial worry

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Why pray to St. Joseph for employment?
St. Joseph is the patron saint of workers and the universal patron of the Church. As a carpenter who provided for the Holy Family through his labor, he knows firsthand the dignity and the burden of work. Catholics have long turned to him in times of unemployment, financial hardship, and career uncertainty — and he is known as a powerful and compassionate intercessor.

Is this card a good gift for someone who lost their job?
Absolutely. This is one of the most thoughtful gifts you can give someone going through job loss or financial stress — a tangible reminder that they are not alone, that a great saint is interceding for them, and that God provides. Pair it with a note of encouragement and it becomes something truly meaningful.

Is this card only for Catholics?
The prayer is rooted in Catholic tradition, but the need it addresses — the anxiety of providing for a family, the fear of unemployment — is universal. Anyone who believes in the power of prayer and the intercession of the saints can find comfort and hope in this card.

Can I order in bulk or get custom printed cards?
Yes! Standard packs of up to 100 ship quickly — usually same day or within 24 hours if in stock. For larger needs, we offer custom printing with a minimum of 1,000 cards, delivered in approximately 5 days, in any quantity you need. When Pope Francis visited the United States, he ordered 15,000 custom “Praying with Five Fingers” cards to share with the faithful. Whether you need 1,000 or 15,000, we can make it happen — and every order helps fund Shawn’s mission of giving back.