St. Joachim
Joachim was the husband of Anne and the father of the Virgin Mary. Though not named in Scripture, he is venerated for his faith and his quiet, holy role in the family tree of the Savior.
- Feast day
- Jul 26
- Known as
- Lay
- Era
- apostolic
Who they were
Joachim was the husband of Anne and the father of the Virgin Mary. Though not named in Scripture, he is venerated for his faith and his quiet, holy role in the family tree of the Savior.
Remembered for
St. Joachim is honored in the Church as a lay.
Jul 26
Pray with this saint
St. Joachim, pray for us — and help our family follow Christ as faithfully as you did. Amen.
For your household
Grandfathers find a patron in Joachim — his quiet holiness shaped the woman who would say yes to God.
Pray as a household
Carry your family in prayer
Solua gives your family a simple, faithful rhythm of prayer — one unhurried moment at a time, for the people you carry by name.
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