This for Claire McIlroy at U.W.A,
Dear Claire,
Your Saint Joseph Oriol was born in Barcelona Nov.23, 1650 where he died Mar 23,
1702. Ordained May 30. 1676. His life was marked by a spirit of penance,
humility,and prudence in directing souls. He performed many miracles of curing
the deaf, the dumb, and the lame. Canonized May 20, 1909. HIs feast is March
23rd.
Much love from your antipodean friend in Toronto.
Joe Pope
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