Opus Dei

Celica, who comes from a small town in Batangas (Philippines), shares how she discovered her Catholic faith and her mission to share it with others.

On Saturday 22nd, 4 Nigerians and 14 other members of Opus Dei were ordained as deacons by Bishop Stephen Lee Bun-Sang of Macau. The candidates come 12 different countries. The ceremony took place at the Basilica of Saint Eugene in Rome at 10:30 am (local time).

Pope Leo XIV reminds us that charity “is the source that must inspire and guide every effort to resolve the structural causes of poverty.” In the apostolic exhortation “Dilexi te,” he offers a reflection in continuity with the encyclical “Dilexit nos.” Below are several key points from this letter for personal reflection.

The Prelate of Opus Dei reminds us of the need for charity in responding to so many forms of poverty and suffering in the world through our prayer and specific deeds of service, and stresses the close tie between love for God and love for our neighbor.

In his 12 November general audience, Pope Leo XIV continued his catechetical cycle on Jesus Christ, our hope, speaking about fraternity.

Admirers of the Catholic convert, a former atheist, say that while many of her pursuits might seem ordinary — wife, mother, volunteer — she lived them in an extraordinary way. This article was first published in the National Catholic Register on 31 October 2025.

Like Jesus did with Nathanael, we wish to accompany those who are far from us and perhaps alone. Our prayer, offering the pain caused by distance, and the “creativity of charity” can fill the hearts of those we love with joy and peace.

You are burdened. Life weighs you down. You often find it hard just to get through the day. You feel caught in a never-ending storm. There is nowhere to hide from the fierce winds that threaten to destroy you. You feel as if everyone is against you. You may even feel like a stranger in your own family.

The Spes Program at the Brafa sports school (Barcelona, Spain) accompanies people who are “invisible” to society, affirming their dignity and offering them trust, support, and opportunity.

Pope Leo XIV dedicates his November prayer intention to those struggling with suicidal thoughts, praying that they may find support in their communities and rediscover the beauty of life. He reminds us that even believers can be vulnerable and urges parishes and dioceses to listen and accompany those in pain with compassion and care.