“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.
“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.
“I've experienced a lot of miracles in my life”
Mariam was born in Baghdad but lives in the Netherlands. The dramatic experiences she's lived through helped her see God's action in her life very clearly and to discover her vocation.
The Truth About Mirrors
Sincerity does more than build relationships: it transforms them. There's a quiet relief in letting yourself be seen, like the deep exhale after holding your breath for too long. This article is part of a series on the virtues, inspired by St. Josemaría’s homily “Human Virtues.”
On the Highway to Heaven with Carlo Acutis
Life is full of choices, big and small, that shape who we become. These five tips from Carlo Acutis explore what it means to live a life of purpose.
To the Heights with Pier Giorgio Frassati
Friend, athlete, dreamer... His faith gave him the strength to go further than anyone expected. These five phrases from Pier Giorgio Frassati help us understand the source of his joy and generosity.
Heads in Heaven, Feet on the Ground
What does it mean to put love into action? An introduction to a new series on the virtues, inspired by St. Josemaría’s homily “Human Virtues.”
Jubilee of Youth
The 2025 Jubilee is an invitation to open the windows of the soul to hope, forgiveness, and the future, under the motto “Pilgrims of Hope.” It’s not just for those traveling to Rome: all of us can live this “spiritual reset” by praying, forgiving, and sharing what we have received.
8 ways to turn your life around, from Jesus Himself
What if the real revolution starts in something invisible? The Beatitudes are eight ways of living that go against the current, but connect you with what’s most authentic in you: your capacity to love, endure, forgive, and build hope. They point to a kind of happiness that doesn’t depend on what you have, but on who you are.
Week 13: Next Steps
Reading, a mission, and questions to reflect on in the last week of the Saint Josemaria challenge (March 28-June 26, 2025).