Renata, Brazil: "God is calling me in the world, and that's where I find my vocation"

Biomedical scientist Renata Silvestre describes how her vocation is intertwined with her work in advanced cell therapy, battling cancer while living the spirit of Opus Dei in her daily life. In her story, science and faith are both sources of inspiration and reasons for commitment.
June Recollection Kit (2025)

A recollection is time spent in silence with God, talking to Him and “recollecting” who we are before Him. This is a package of resources for a recollection in your own home, including a downloadable PDF.
Blessed Alvaro rallied to establish CITE Technical Institute

CITE began operations in 1990 and continues with its mission to improve the plight of the working class and the poor by training quality skilled workers for industry.
10-Day Devotion to the Holy Spirit

In 2025, Pentecost will be celebrated on Sunday, 8 June. The 10-day devotion to the Holy Spirit is a custom to prepare for this feast, 50 days after Easter.
Path to the Centenary (4): Role of Human Work in God’s Plan for the World

This article, the fourth in the series, presents St. Josemaría’s vision of work as a participation in God’s creative work, in continuity with the biblical tradition and the Church’s magisterium. Human work is seen as an active cooperation in perfecting the created world.
Joan’s Story: Loving to the Very End

Joan is a loving mother and grandmother, a true gift to her family, who care for her with deep affection. She is the first supernumerary in Ottawa (Canada). In May, when many countries celebrate Mother's Day, we also celebrate those who care for their mothers with love and dedication. This weekend, we are also celebrating the Jubilee of Families, Grandparents and the Elderly.
“Do not delay, because the Lord is generous”

In his 4 June general audience, Pope Leo XIV continued the catechetical cycle on Jesus Christ, our hope, speaking about the parable of the labourers in the vineyard.
The Visitation of our Lady

On 31 May, the Church celebrates the feast of our Lady visiting her cousin Elizabeth. "Blessed art thou among women and blessed is the fruit of thy womb! And how have I deserved that the mother of my Lord should come to me?" (Lk 1:42)
“Hands that Care,” a University Initiative for Caregivers

The Chilean project “Manos que Cuidan” (Hands that Care) was recognized as the international winner at the UNIV FORUM 2025 Congress, thanks to its focus on sustainability, innovation, and depth of impact. This is an interview with Vicente, one of the students leading the project.
“Life is made up of encounters”
In his 28 May general audience, Pope Leo XIV continued the catechetical cycle on Jesus Christ, our hope, speaking about the parable of the good Samaritan.
“God throws the seed of his Word on all kinds of soil”
In his 21 May general audience, Pope Leo XIV continued the catechetical cycle on Jesus Christ, our hope, begun by Pope Francis for the Jubilee of 2025. He spoke about the parable of the sower.
“Our first great desire: a united Church which becomes a leaven for a reconciled world”
Homily at the Holy Mass at the beginning of Pope Leo XIV's pontificate, and final words delivered before the recitation of the Regina Coeli in St. Peter's Square.
Pope Leo XIV receives the Prelate of Opus Dei in audience
The Holy Father received the Prelate of Opus Dei, Msgr. Fernando Ocáriz, in an audience today.
First Activities of Pope Leo XIV
On Saturday, 10 May, the Pope will meet with the cardinals. On Sunday, he will pray the Regina Caeli and give a greeting from the Central Loggia of St. Peter’s Basilica. Communiqué from the Prefecture of the Pontifical Household.
From St. Peter’s Square: Habemus Papam!
Report, video, and transcript of Pope Leo XIV’s first words to the faithful from St. Peter’s Basilica following his election.
Motu Proprio “Ad charisma tuendum”
Motu Proprio “Ad charisma tuendum” by Pope Francis
Letter from the Prelate regarding the Motu Proprio “Ad charisma tuendum”
Monsignor Fernando Ocariz, Prelate of Opus Dei, writes about Pope Francis' Motu Proprio “Ad charisma tuendum” ("To safeguard the charism").
Motu Proprio “Ad charisma tuendum”: Questions and Answers
We offer some questions and answers prepared by the Opus Dei Information Office regarding the Motu Proprio “Ad charisma tuendum.”
Letter from the Prelate (6 October 2022)
The Prelate of Opus Dei informs us that he will convoke an Extraordinary General Congress in the first half of 2023 in order to make the changes to the Statutes indicated in "Ad charisma tuendum."
Statutes of Opus Dei
The Statutes of Opus Dei were promulgated by Pope St John Paul II in 1982. Written in Latin, they define precisely the juridical configuration of the Prelature, its organization, and its aims.
Apostolic constitution "Ut sit"
The English translation of the apostolic constitution, Ut sit, by which Opus Dei was established as the Catholic Church's first personal prelature.