Servant of God was born on 17 November 1913
New resources in English about the life of Fr José María Hernandez Garnica, who began the apostolic work of Opus Dei in a number of European countries.
The Most Unexpected and Surprising Solution
"Before going to bed, I intensified my prayers to José María. I remember shouting somewhat desperately, 'The boat! The boat!' as I finished. Hours later, in the middle of the night, my son-in-law's cell phone started ringing...
Favors received through Fr. Jose Maria's intercession
Some of the many favors that have been received by those who have gone to the intercession of Fr. Jose Maria Hernandez Garnica
Centenary of Jose Maria Hernandez Garnica's Birth (November 17, 1913)
One of the first three priests in Opus Dei, his cause of canonization is now underway. In this brief video, St. Josemaria speaks about visiting him in the hospital shortly before his death in 1972.
News of the Cause for Jose Maria Hernandez Garnica
After receiving the required testimonies and documents on his fame of sanctity and favors attributed to his intercession, the Cardinal of Madrid named a commission to carry out the diocesan Process on his life and virtues.
Fr José María: An apostle for the world
José Maria Hernández Garnica was born in Madrid on 17 November 1913. He obtained doctorates in Engineering, Natural Sciences and Theology. On 28 July 1935 he joined Opus Dei. He died in Barcelona on 7 December 1972.