Monthly Intention 2024-25
The Prelate is suggesting that the faithful and friends of Opus Dei pray for this intention in a special way, from 2 October 2024 to 2 October 2025.
Tomás and Paquita Alvira: Early Married Members of the Work
Tomás and Paquita were among the earliest married members of Opus Dei. Tomas ran a boarding school for orphans, was a college professor, and helped found a network of primary and secondary schools. Paquita was also a high school teacher and principal, and dedicated herself to her family.
The Beginning of a Thrilling Story: Campus Muengersdorf
In this episode of "Fragments of History," German historian Barbara Schellenberger takes us back to the origins of the Muengersdorf Campus in Cologne, Germany. Through her stories, we will explore how this residence, founded in 1966, has played a crucial role in the holistic education of students from various parts of the world.
"Nothing lasting is born or grows without love"
Young people who served as volunteers for the papal Mass in Singapore share their hopes before the Pope’s visit and other attendees’ experiences after.
Daily Meditations Resume
Daily meditations are texts meant to feed our mental prayer, inviting us to stop and converse with God each day of the liturgical year.
Encounters: Finding God in All Walks of Life
A new podcast and book have been released titled, “Encounters: Finding God in all walks of life.”
Feast of Our Lady of Knock - “The First Marian Devotion”
The Feast of Our Lady of Knock on August 17th celebrates the Marian apparition at Knock, Ireland, which occurred on August 21, 1879. The event underscores the intimate relationship between Mary and the Eucharist, highlighting her role in Christ's sacrifice and her guidance in Eucharistic devotion. Pope Francis elevated the Knock Shrine to an “International Shrine of Special Eucharistic and Marian Devotion” in 2021, emphasising its significance.
"I met you and realised that life is still beautiful"
Jessica van Leeuwen, dairy farmer and mother of six, was battling an aggressive form of brain cancer when she met the Prelate of Opus Dei in New Zealand in August 2023. This is her story.
Opus Dei & Financial Management: A Conversation
Giorgio Zennaro, administrator of the Regional Commission of Italy, answers a series of questions about economics and Opus Dei.
Feast of St Josemaría Escrivá – Homily of Archbishop Farrell
Homily at the Mass in honour of St Josemaría Escrivá, Parish of Our Lady, Queen of Peace, Merrion Road, Dublin on 26th June 2024.