Kapistahan · Mayo 1
Santa Jose Manggagawa, Spouse of the Blessed Birhen Maria, Patron of Workers
San Jose Manggagawa ay the earthly ama of Jesus at ang husband of Mahal na Birheng Maria. Though kanyang birth at kamatayan dates ay unknown, siya ay believed to ay may lived in Nazareth sa panahon ng the ika-1 siglo AD. As a carpenter, siya taught Jesus the skills of kanyang trade, at ang kanyang buhay exemplified the dignity of human work. Jose ay sinasamba as the Patron of Workers at tinatawagan para sa assistance by those seeking employment.