24. St. Josemaría: Can My Ordinary Life Really Be a Path to God?

In this heartfelt and lively conversation, Fr. Phil and Fr. Paul dive into the life and message of St. Josemaria Escriva, the founder of Opus Dei, to explore what it truly means to become a saint in everyday life. With wit, honesty, and real-life examples, they dismantle the myth of the saint as a "spiritual superhero" and propose something far more attainable—and transformative: holiness through ordinary life. 

This episode touches on why sanctity isn’t about doing something extraordinary, but about allowing God to work in us, especially through our work, our relationships, and even our study habits. Whether you're a student stressed about exams or a parent guiding your child’s formation, this episode offers clarity and hope rooted in the deep message of divine filiation: you are a beloved child of God. 

 

Discussion Points:  

 

• How the vision of Opus Dei reframes daily work and study as pathways to holiness. 

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