6 October: Webcam in Our Lady of Peace
On 6 October, anniversary of the canonization of Saint Josemaria, at 7 pm Rome time ((UTC+2), live images of the casket with the mortal remains of the founder of Opus Dei will be transmitted for one hour. The faithful can access this transmission from this website or from the official channels in Youtube, Instagram and Facebook.
October 6: Canonization of Saint Josemaria
Saint Josemaria was canonized by Pope John Paul II on October 6, 2002. In this brief video, he sums up the heart of his message.
“Christ’s loving look and welcoming arms”
Some reflections on the meaning of the 2nd of October and the vocation to Opus Dei by Father Enzo Arborea, a priest of the Prelature in Italy.
For the 2nd of October 2020
A meditation by Fr Donncha Ó hAodha, Vicar of Opus Dei for Ireland, for the 92nd anniversary of the founding of Opus Dei and for the feast of the Guardian Angels.
Catechesis on Healing the World
A collection of Pope Francis’ audiences on healing a wounded world (2020), in the context of a global pandemic, downloadable as a free eBook.
"Progress in society requires giving oneself from the heart"
In his 30 September general audience, Pope Francis continued his catechesis on the Church's social teaching, stressing the need "to keep our eyes fixed on Jesus."
Saint Raphael Meditation: Feast of the Three Archangels
A meditation (guided prayer) on the three Archangels, who reveal to us God's transcendence, power and salvific action.
Growing Rich Through Poverty
Aimed especially at young readers but useful for people of all ages, an article on the meaning of Jesus’ first “beatitude”: “Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.”
Saint Raphael Meditation: The Gift of Time
A meditation (guided prayer) on the good use of God's gift of time.
Anniversary of Blessed Alvaro's Beatification
Alvaro del Portillo, Saint Josemaria's successor at the head of Opus Dei, was beatified on 27 September 2014 . A brief video with some images from that festive day.