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"Souls of prayer"

"We're called to be sowers of peace and joy," St. Josemaria reminded the first St. Raphael boys. That's what the formation Opus Dei offers is meant for.

Saint Raphael

"For me, he's a father"

What's it like to meet a saint? What difference did St. Josemaria make in the lives of the people around him? Mónica Ruiz-Tagle (Chile) tries to answer these questions.

Saint Raphael

The Sacraments

We need other people on the journey of life, and when we don't have enough company or support, we feel the pain of loneliness and find it harder to carry on.

I Believe

Why St. Raphael?

St. Josemaría saw the archangel St. Raphael as a guide for young people who are launching out on their own path in the world.

Saint Raphael

2nd Commandment: You shall not take the name of the Lord in vain

The second commandment of the Decalogue demands respect for the holy name of God and for sacred persons and things, and it prohibits taking his name in vain.

I Believe

Traditional Means of Formation

The traditional means of formation are part of the "training plan" Opus Dei offers young people to help them seek, find, and love Christ. You adapt the plan to your personal needs and circumstances.

Saint Raphael

Thoughtful

Ready to sit in silence with God? These points could help kickstart your prayer.

For Prayer

Tweets for God

Many saints have recommended saying aspirations (very short prayers) to keep our love of God alive during the day. It's like sending Him a tweet. Here are some "tweets" for the times you want to talk to God and aren't sure what to say.

For Prayer

The Donkey on Palm Sunday

Why would Jesus choose a donkey to accompany him in his triumphant entry into Jerusalem? Why not a beautiful horse? Using a bit of imagination, we delve into the character of the donkey to experience this scene from the Gospel as another character.

For Prayer

"Small things make a difference"

Chris Parreno (UK), a calligrapher, talks about finding God in the beauty of her artistic work and connection with people, integrity, and being true to herself.

The World & I