Since the 19th century, May 1 has been associated with the struggle for improved working conditions for laborers, first in the United States and later in Communist countries, where it became closely associated with communist ideology. Pius XII chose to establish a feast of Joseph’s patronage of labor on this date in 1955 to underscore that we can offer our work to the Lord for his glory and our own sanctification." (Credit: Magnificat Magazine; May 1, 2021). For more about this saint please click on the image. Peace be with you!