St. Joseph the Worker (Labour Day)
May 1
St. Joseph the Worker, celebrated on May 1st, honors St. Joseph, the earthly father of Jesus and the patron saint of workers. The feast day was established by Pope Pius XII in 1955 to emphasize the dignity of labor and the importance of St. Joseph as a model for all workers. It coincides with International Labour Day, highlighting the church’s support for workers’ rights and social justice. The day often includes special Masses, prayers, and reflections on the value of work and the contributions of all laborers.