José María Escrivá

José María Escrivá (1902–1975) was a Spanish Catholic priest who founded Opus Dei, a religious organization committed to helping people integrate their faith into daily life through professional and personal activities. He promoted the idea that everyone can achieve holiness by performing ordinary tasks with love and dedication. Escrivá emphasized the importance of sanctifying work and family life as a way to deepen one's relationship with God. His teachings focus on the universal call to holiness and laity’s active role in the Church’s mission, inspiring many to live their faith actively in everyday circumstances.