"Intercession" vs. "Mediation"

O most loving Jesus, Who by Thy ineffable virtues and by the example of Thy domestic life didst consecrate the family which Thou didst choose on earth; in Thy clemency look down upon this household humbly prostrate before Thee and imploring Thy mercy. Remember that this family belongs to Thee, for to Thee we have in a special way dedicated and devoted ourselves. Look upon us in Thy loving kindness, preserve us from every danger, give us help in the time of need, and grant us the grace to persevere to the end in the imitation of Thy Holy Family; that having revered Thee and loved Thee faithfully upon earth, we may bless and praise Thee eternally in heaven.

O Mary, most sweet Mother, to thy intercession we have recourse, knowing that thy Divine Son will hear thy prayers.

And do thou, O glorious Patriarch Saint Joseph, assist us by thy powerful mediation, and offer by the hands of Mary our prayers to Jesus.

Amen.

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Carrye said:

To mediate is stronger than to intercede. Usually we speak of the Son being the mediator between us and the Father. We speak of Mary's intercession with her Son. Also, mediation involves 3 parties; intercession involves two.

Here it seems, perhaps, that it's speaking of Joseph mediating between Mary (and us?)

Or maybe I'm off my rocker.

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