New Orleans St. Joseph’s Altar locations [Video]

St. Joseph’s Day altars are on display across the New Orleans area.The St. Joseph Altar or St. Joseph Table is an old tradition from Sicily, according to the Archdiocese of New Orleans. The tables feature baked breads and pastries, fresh produce, and other foods. “The island was suffering from a horrific drought and the people prayed for the intercession of St. Joseph for relief. At last, the rain came and the people rejoiced. Sometime later, to show their gratitude, they prepared a table with a special assortment of foods they had harvested. After paying honor to St. Joseph, they distributed the food to the less fortunate.”The act of making an altar fulfills a promise made to St. Joseph for an answered prayer. The traditional St. Joseph Altar is constructed in the shape of the cross, with three levels honoring the Holy Trinity. A statue or picture of Joseph, often seen …