Constitution on the Church, "Lumen Gentium"
Second Vatican Council, Constitution on the Church (Chapter V, nn. 41 and 42) – This passage on the universal call to holiness highlights a central message Opus Dei.
Papal statements on Saint Josemaría
A selection of statements about Saint Josemaría by various Popes.
Josemaría Escrivá's message
A selection of quotations summarizing the teachings of the founder of Opus Dei.
Statements on Josemaría Escrivá by Catholic leaders
A selection of statements about the founder of Opus Dei from Catholic leaders around the world.
Catechism of the Catholic Church
Catechism of the Catholic Church (nn. 874-913) – These points about the structure of the Church speak of the vocation of laypersons and their participation in the priestly, prophetic and royal mission of Christ.
Devotion to Saint Josemaría Escrivá
Facts about the spread of popular devotion to the founder of Opus Dei.
Decree on the Apostolate of the Laity, 'Apostolicam actuositatem'
Second Vatican Council, Decree on the Apostolate of the Laity (Chapter I, n. 2) – These reflections on apostolate of the laity are of interest with regard to the apostolate Opus Dei members carry out in society.