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Meditations: Wednesday of the First Week of Lent

Some reflections that can enrich our prayer during this time of Lent.

The Way

Read these counsels slowly. Pause to meditate on these thoughts. They are things that I whisper in your ear—confiding them—as a friend, as a brother, as a father. And they are being heard by God.”

Documentation

eBooks: Catechesis with Pope Francis

On the anniversary of Pope Francis’ election (13 March), here is an index of all the free ebooks of his audiences available on this website, with links.

Prayer for Blessed Alvaro del Portillo's intercession

This is the prayer to ask God for favors through the intercession of Blessed Alvaro del Portillo. You can download the prayer card, which includes a brief biography, as a pdf or as an audio file.

Meditations: Tuesday of the First Week of Lent

Some reflections that can enrich our prayer during these days of Lent.

Meditations: Monday of the First Week of Lent

Some reflections that can assist our prayer as we begin the season of Lent.

Audio message from Pope Francis: “Thank you for your prayers”

On 14 February, Pope Francis was admitted to the Agostino Gemelli Polyclinic in Rome due to a polymicrobial infection of the respiratory tract. The Holy See Press Office publishes updates on the Pope's health twice a day.

Meditations: Saturday of the Twenty-Second Week of Ordinary Time

Some reflections that can assist our prayer during the 22nd week of Ordinary Time.

Letter from the Prelate (10 March 2025) | Joy

In this pastoral letter, the Prelate of Opus Dei invites us to reflect on some key aspects of joy, following the teachings of Saint Josemaria.

Meditations: Sixth Sunday of Saint Joseph

Sixth reflection for the seven Sundays of Saint Joseph. The topics are: difficulties and creativity in Joseph's life; responding to the problems of an ordinary family; welcoming God's light in ordinary things.