Opus Dei

Some reflections that can assist our prayer during this time of preparation for our Lord's imminent arrival at Christmas.

Some reflections that can assist our prayer as we prepare for our Lord's coming at Christmas.

The Prelate of Opus Dei asks us to accompany during the Christmas season those who are suffering because of wars or poverty.

Guatemalan, husband and father of five, he was a pioneer in pediatrics in Guatemala.

Words of the Prelate of Opus Dei upon learning of Pope Francis' decision on the decree of heroic virtues for the Guatemalan Ernesto Cofiño.

Some reflections that can assist our prayer during this season of Advent.

Interview with Fr. Santiago Callejo, postulator of the cause for Ernesto Cofiño, on the occasion of the authorization for the promulgation of the decree on his heroic virtues.

Ernesto Cofiño (1899-1991), Guatemalan, studied medicine in Paris. He is considered the father of pediatrics in Guatemala. He married Clemencia Samayoa in 1933 and they had five children. He worked in favor of the neediest people, trained thousands of university students and was recognized for his scientific contributions. He sought to live close to God, praying daily and offering Him his work. He discovered his vocation to Opus Dei in 1956. His process of canonization began in 2000.

On the occasion of the promulgation of the decree on Ernesto Cofiño's heroic virtues, here is a timeline of the main steps in his cause for canonization.

Some reflections that can enrich our prayer during this season of Advent.