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“Dilexi te,” Pope Leo XIV’s First Apostolic Exhortation

This letter to all Christians is the continuation of a project begun by Pope Leo’s predecessor, Pope Francis, on the theme of service to the poor, in whose faces we see “the suffering of the innocent, and therefore the suffering of Christ himself.”

“No fragment of our existence is foreign to Him”

In his 8 October general audience, Pope Leo XIV continued his catechetical cycle on Jesus Christ, our hope, speaking about the Resurrection.

What is the Rosary? How do you pray it?

What is the Rosary, exactly? An infographic detailing the meaning and origin of this prayer, and short guide on how to pray it.

I Believe

BeDoCare 2025: Africa’s Future Begins with Care

The third edition of Be Do Care, at Strathmore University (Nairobi, Kenya) brought together leaders from across the continent to explore how education, work, and solidarity can transform Africa, inspired by the Christian vision of the human person.

God’s Timing

Patience means playing the ‘long-game’ in terms of our spiritual development, while at the same time recalling that God can make this work take place immediately. This article is part of a series on the virtues, inspired by St. Josemaría’s homily “Human Virtues.”

The World & I

Pope's Prayer Intention for October 2025

Let us pray that believers in different religious traditions might work together to defend and promote peace, justice and human fraternity. (Leo XIV)

Regional Monthly Intention

2nd October 2025 (Anniversary of the foundation of the Work) to 5th April 2026 (Easter Sunday)

Recent News

Monthly Intention

The Prelate is suggesting that the faithful and friends of Opus Dei pray for this intention in a special way, from 2 October 2025 to 2 October 2026.

Recent News

“I don't want to live as if He doesn't exist”

Helena talks about moving from perfectionism and external practices of faith to discovering a more personal relationship with God. Over time, that journey led her to see her vocation as a supernumerary, a path on which she's found peace and lasting happiness.

Saint Raphael

“I want to create a symphony”

Anaca shares how her love of sports, music, and friendship grew into a deeper appreciation for people and community. As an assistant numerary of Opus Dei, her vocation inspires her to care for others, bring them together, and help them find joy and a sense of belonging together.

Saint Raphael