Deacon Robert Ruggiero has long thought that God had a specific mission for him — possibly the priesthood. But his journey to obedience lasted far beyond three days — about 30 years.

This Father’s Day, let us honor Catholic fathers by encouraging them to emulate St. Joseph’s quiet strength.They need not be perfect but faithful, not loud but loving.

For parents, having the opportunity to see their children embrace the vocation to which God has called them marks the ...