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News from New Zealand and Australia
  • An Inspiration to Many

    Peter Harris will be remembered as a very cheerful and optimistic family man with a creative mind.

  • A unique UNIV encounter

    It was a long-time dream to join thousands of other young pilgrims in Rome with the Pope for a group of young Australians and New Zealanders, but for some the reality surpassed their imaginations, as they came face to face with Pope Francis.

  • Surprised by Mercy: Hamilton, New Zealand

    As the plight of refugees attracts worldwide concern, students from New Zealand’s Rimbrook Study Centre do their bit to welcome them.

  • Finding Christ in the Middle of the World

    In this series of seven short videos, Australians from all backgrounds speak about the message of Saint Josemaria and its impact on their daily lives.

Two Years in the Making: A New Statue of St Josemaría in Singapore

Recent News 08/30/2026

After nearly two years of planning, a life-sized statue of St. Josemaría sculpted by Diana García Roy now welcomes visitors to St. Joseph's Church in Singapore.

Over 17,000 Voices Helping Us Keep opusdei.org Feeling Like Home

Recent News 07/27/2026

17,000 people, 50 countries, 13 languages, and nearly 2,000 hours of shared reflection: that was the response to our call to “renovate the house” together as this website turns 30. Here are our main findings from the survey in April.

Prayer for Pedro Ballester’s intercession

Recent News 05/22/2026
Prayer card: Pedro Ballester

Pedro Ballester was born on 22 May. On his birthday, we are sharing a prayer asking God for favours through his intercession, available in over 25 languages.

Fr. Fernando Valenciano: Fidelity Over Time

Recent News 04/27/2026

He was the oldest member of Opus Dei, having lived his vocation in the Work for just over 86 years, and the last of those who had requested admission in the 1930s. He died in Rome, and his remains rest in the crypt of the prelatic church of Our Lady of Peace.

The Father in Uruguay: "Holiness consists in the fullness of love, not in having no faults"

Recent News 08/29/2026

From 22 to 27 August 2026, Msgr. Fernando Ocáriz was in Uruguay, just a few months before the 70th anniversary of the arrival of the first members of Opus Dei in the country. He met with families, young people, and individuals from a range of educational and social initiatives. The chronicle, photographs, and videos capture some moments from those days.

Forty Years of “Romana”

Recent News 06/08/2026

The 81st issue, from June-December 2025, marks the 40th anniversary of “Romana.” The official bulletin of the Prelature of Opus Dei was published for the first time in 1986, reporting on the year 1985.

30 Years of opusdei.org: Thank you for responding to the survey

Recent News 05/03/2026

Millions of people use this website to pray, read and grow in their Christian faith. More than 16,000 of them have shared their experiences to help us improve it. The survey is now closed, and the results (which will help us work to improve the website in the lead-up to the centenary) will be shared soon.

Highlights from UNIV 2026

Recent News 04/07/2026

Close to 2,500 students from 26 countries were in Rome to live Holy Week with the Pope and meet the Prelate of Opus Dei. The theme of UNIV in 2026 was “Building bridges: the art of dialogue.”

Three Days with the Father in Honduras: Highlights

Recent News 08/27/2026

Video of Msgr. Fernando Ocáriz’s visit to Honduras from 10 to 12 August. In San Pedro Sula and Tegucigalpa, whilst meeting with families, young people and the community at the Taular Institute of Technology, he emphasised the great value of everyday life because of the love that goes into it.

"Craftsmen of Peace": Priestly Ordination Highlights

Recent News 05/28/2026

18 members of Opus Dei were ordained to the priesthood by Bishop Fernando José Castro Aguayo, Bishop of Margarita (Venezuela). The ceremony took place at the Basilica of Saint Eugune (Rome).

The Path to the Centenary of Opus Dei in 2 Minutes

Recent News 05/01/2026
Mapamundi: "Configurarnos con Cristo y vivificar el mundo desde dentro"

In Opus Dei, we are preparing to celebrate our 100th year. It's a path of spiritual renewal, reflection and celebration taking place in nearly 70 countries. This is how our path to the centenary begins.

A New Digital Window Into the History of Opus Dei

Recent News 02/19/2026
historiadelopusdei.org/en

Two specialist institutions launch a new website dedicated to the history of Opus Dei, combining academic rigour with an accessible, multimedia approach.

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