St Josemaria Escrivá

Born in 1902 in Barbastro, Spain, Josemaría Escrivá was ordained a priest in 1925. In 1928, he experienced a spiritual inspiration that led him to found Opus Dei — a Latin phrase meaning “Work of God.” His core message is that holiness is not reserved for a few but is attainable by anyone who lives with love, integrity, and dedication in the midst of the world.

Throughout his life, he faced challenges such as the Spanish Civil War but remained committed to spreading the spirituality of work and daily life. Escrivá was canonized by Pope John Paul II in 2002 and is remembered for his profound influence on modern Catholic spirituality.

Books

Here are some books in English written by Saint Josemaría Escrivá that you might consider to grow spiritualy:

• The Way — a collection of 999 points for meditation that teaches how to live holiness in everyday life.

• The Forge — a spiritual companion to The Way, with reflections for interior growth.

• Furrow — another book of short meditations that help apply faith to work and ordinary life.

• Christ Is Passing By — a collection of homilies that invite reflection on our divine filiation.

• Conversations with Saint Josemaría Escrivá — interviews covering topics such as work, the Church, vocation, and more.

• The Collected Letters of Saint Josemaría Escrivá – Volume 1 — letters he wrote to members of Opus Dei, containing teachings relevant to everyone.

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