Birds of a feather…
This is an article published by The Messenger magazine, run by the Conventual Franciscan Friars in Kenya, in their January 2015 issue. It recounts the relationship between Blessed Alvaro and Cardinal Otunga.
Pope Francis in Sri Lanka
On January 14 Pope Francis canonized Joseph Vaz, the first Sri Lankan saint. "Constantly united with the crucified Lord in prayer, he could become for all people a living icon of God's mercy and reconciling love."
Overcoming Racial Tensions in Kenya
An article published in "The Nigerian Observer" on how Strathmore College, the first multi-racial college in East Africa, helped to overcome the widespread racial tensions in Kenya in the 1950s and 60s.
Eucharistic Adoration to Begin Marian Year
On the feast of the Holy Family, the Prelate of Opus Dei, accompanied by families in Rome, prayed before the Blessed Sacrament for all the families in the world.
"Large families are hope for a world marred by selfishness"
On Sunday December 28, feast of the Holy Family, Pope Francis met with 7,000 people belonging to an Italian association for large families.
Interview with Mariano Fazio
The new Vicar General of Opus Dei talks about Pope Francis' reaction when he informed him of his appointment, and about the challenges he foresees. Published by the Argentine Catholic News Agency (AICA).
Marian Year for the Family
On December 28, 2014, a Marian year for the family will begin in Opus Dei, to pray to our Lady for all the families in the world.
English subtitles and text for Prelate's Christmas video
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Prelate's Christmas Greeting: "A Family Christmas"
Bishop Javier Echevarría invites us to prepare for Christmas by serving those in our own family with diligence and love, looking at the example of the Holy Family.
"Jesus chose to be born in a pious and hard-working Jewish family"
On Wednesday December 17, his 78th birthday, Pope Francis began a series of general audiences on the topic of the family.