June 26 · 1902–1975

St. Josemaria Escriva

Founder of Opus Dei

“You must speak to Jesus as to a friend, for He is your friend.”

Biography

Josemaria Escriva founded Opus Dei, dedicated to helping lay Catholics find holiness in their ordinary work and daily life. His writing The Way became a classic of modern spiritual literature.

Patronage

— Ordinary life
— Studious people
— Computing

Virtues

— Work
— Prayer
— Joy
— Freedom
— Loyalty

Spirituality

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