Letter on Lent from the Prelate of Opus Dei
Bishop Javier Echevarría wrote this pastoral letter on the occasion of the beginning of Lent.
Presentation for Harambee in New York
Harambee, a charitable foundation established in 2002 on the occasion of the canonization of the founder of Opus Dei, launches fundraising efforts in NYC.
Historical Overview
Opus Dei was founded in 1928 in Spain and is currently established in 66 countries.
Role of the Prelate
The Prelate guides Opus Dei’s mission of spreading the universal call to sanctity and spurs forward the apostolic efforts of the Prelature’s faithful.
Alvaro del Portillo's Life
In 1975, Alvaro del Portillo succeeded St. Josemaría Escrivá as head of Opus Dei, carrying on his work with fidelity and dedication.
News of the Cause of Bishop Alvaro
On July 5, 2013, Pope Francis signed the decree recognizing the miracle attributed to the intercession of Alvaro del Portillo, which opens the way to his beatification.
Statutes of Opus Dei
The statutes defining Opus Dei’s mission and structure, published (in Latin) in "The Canonical Path of Opus Dei," A. de Fuenmayor, V. Gomez-Iglesias, J. Illanes, Midwest Theological Forum, 1994.
Montse: With the Strength of Youth
Montse Grases was a girl who sensed God's call right from her youth, to serve Him in ordinary life. She spread to her friends and relatives the peace that comes from being close to God, while bearing a painful illness that eventually led to her death.