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Giving time to the less fortunate

Inspired by the words of Pope Francis, on the occasion of the Year of Mercy, Rohan, an engineering student, and Joel, a young professional, recently made some visits to the less fortunate in Mumbai. Both are surprised by what they saw.

A Blessing in disguise

Dr. Alannah Fernandes, a violinist and researcher from Mumbai, shares with the readers the fascinating story of her participation in an international event, in Italy

Refuelling my bike and my soul

Nicholas Patankar was born in Goa and now lives in Mumbai, where he completed his Bachelors in Commerce and currently works as a financial analyst. He is a Cooperator of Opus Dei. Since when? Why? Let him answer.

From a Scholarship to a Far Greater Adventure

A Nicaraguan engineer recalls his university years in Guatemala, the friendships and formation that shaped him, and how they led to the discovery of God’s call.

The Father with Young People in Guatemala: “What can I personally contribute?”

On Friday, at a gathering with young people, Msgr. Fernando Ocáriz spoke about Christian vocation, sacrifice, friendship and sport, amidst personal stories, songs and shared photographs.

From the Prelate

Consecration of Opus Dei to the Most Sweet Heart of Mary

The full text of this consecration, which Saint Josemaría made for the first time on the solemnity of the Assumption, 15 August 1951, in the Shrine of Loreto, and which has been renewed every year since in Opus Dei centres.

Resources for the Feast of the Transfiguration

“This is my beloved Son, with whom I am well pleased; listen to Him” (Mt 17:5). On Mount Tabor, Peter, James, and John glimpsed the glory that awaits every follower of Christ, a glory meant not to remove them from ordinary life, but to strengthen them for it.

Joy Beside the Cross

A fill-in-the-blank prayer guide with questions to inspire your personal conversation with God when you're struggling to be cheerful.

Resources

“Prayer is a fundamental dimension of our humanity”

In his 5 August general audience, Pope Leo XIV continued the catechetical cycle on the Second Vatican Council, speaking about the dogmatic constitution “Sacrosanctum Concilium” and the prayer of the Church.

“It’s like he was thinking of me when he wrote it”

Nearly forty years ago, Natale Sandoli left Venezuela for Tenerife. A photographer, husband, and father of three, he’s the first to admit he wasn't much of a churchgoer back then. That changed when a friend handed him a copy of “The Forge.”