Opus Dei

On 17th January 1906 Tomás Alvira was born in Villanueva de Gállego, the village of his father and grandfather, a few kilometres from Saragossa. His daughter, Pilar, recalls that it was her father’s habit to celebrate his birthday not for himself, but for the enjoyment of the whole family, a simple party full of joy.

Entry from the Dictionary of Saint Josemaría, (Diccionario de San Josemaría Escrivá de Balaguer) which explores the origins and history of Villa Tevere, the complex of buildings that form the central headquarters of Opus Dei in Rome.

The beatification of Guadalupe Ortiz de Landázuri, the first lay person of Opus Dei to be raised to the altars, will take place in the Vistalegre pavilion, a well-known event space in Madrid.

Parents' dreams and expectations about their children’s future can sometimes conflict with what the children themselves want. Seventh video in the series “Working on Trust.”

The Prelate reminds us with Scripture that "our hope is in heaven," a truth we should contemplate during the month of November.

34 faithful of Opus Dei were ordained deacons yesterday at the basilica of Saint Eugene in Rome, by Archbishop Celso Morga of Mérida-Badajoz (Spain).

November and December are the holiday months for many primary and secondary students in Kenya. Keeping the young ones constructively occupied in this long break is a challenge to many a parent. Strathmore School compiled and distributed among its parents some pointers on how to make prudent and profitable use of the holidays and of the internet.

Berita is a young wife and mother-to-be who discovered her vocation to marriage and to Opus Dei as a supernumerary in her workplace. Here's a bit of her story.

Paul Kioko grew up among elephants, lions and snakes. After working for a number of years as a doctor, he is preparing himself to become a deacon on the 3rd of November. This is his story.

On Saturday, 3rd of November, 34 faithful of Opus Dei from 16 countries will receive the diaconate in the Roman basilica of St. Eugene. Their priestly ordination will be next May 4th.