For additional notes and resources check out Douglas’ website.

Joseph of Arimathea in the N.T.:
 

• Matt 27:57-60
• Mark 15:43-46
• Luke 23:50-53
• John 19:38-42

What do we learn from Joseph?

• Take a stand: sometimes deeds speak more loudly than words.
• There may be times when our discipleship will be more public.
• Be invested emotionally and financially in your faith.
• Find strength in another believer (as Joseph partnered with Nicodemus).
• Sometimes we need to speak up!

Joseph in tradition

• Patron saint of undertakers
• Tie to Britain and Holy Grail (some traditions as late as the 9th C).
• Some 2nd and 3rd century traditions of Christianity in Britain.
• See The Gospel of Nicodemus, The Narrative of Joseph, and The Passing of Mary.