Prayers

Prayer For The Intercession of St. Josemaria Escriva

St. Josemaria Escriva, the founder of Opus Dei, dedicated his life to the spiritual and professional development of laypeople, emphasizing the sanctity of daily work and ordinary life. Born in Barbastro, Spain, in 1902, he was ordained a priest in 1925 and later founded Opus Dei in 1928. St. Josemaria’s teachings inspire countless individuals to seek holiness in their everyday activities. This powerful prayer seeks his intercession, inviting the faithful to draw closer to God through his guidance and example.

Prayer For The Intercession of St. Josemaria Escriva

O God, through the Blessed Virgin Mary, you granted countless graces to your priest St. Josemaría. You chose him as a most faithful instrument to found Opus Dei, a way of sanctification in daily work and in the fulfillment of the ordinary duties of a Christian. Grant that I may learn to turn all the circumstances and events of my life into opportunities to love you and to serve the Church, the Pope, and all souls, with joy and simplicity, lighting up the paths of the earth with faith and love.

Deign to grant me, through the intercession of St. Josemaría, the favor I request (here make your request).
Amen.

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