Who is Joseph from The Jesus I Never Knew and what is their importance?

Joseph is Jesus' earthly father and Mary's husband. After the point at which Mary, Joseph and Jesus returned to Judea from Egypt, there is little said in the Bible about Joseph's role in Jesus' life. It is assumed, however, that he is a faithful, forgiving and loving man as he heeds the angels' warnings not to shun Mary and also to protect the baby Jesus.