From a Scholarship to a Far Greater Adventure
A Nicaraguan engineer recalls his university years in Guatemala, the friendships and formation that shaped him, and how they led to the discovery of God’s call.
The Father with Young People in Guatemala: “What can I personally contribute?”
On Friday, at a gathering with young people, Msgr. Fernando Ocáriz spoke about Christian vocation, sacrifice, friendship and sport, amidst personal stories, songs and shared photographs.
Consecration of Opus Dei to the Most Sweet Heart of Mary
The full text of this consecration, which Saint Josemaría made for the first time on the solemnity of the Assumption, 15 August 1951, in the Shrine of Loreto, and which has been renewed every year since in Opus Dei centres.
Resources for the Feast of the Transfiguration
“This is my beloved Son, with whom I am well pleased; listen to Him” (Mt 17:5). On Mount Tabor, Peter, James, and John glimpsed the glory that awaits every follower of Christ, a glory meant not to remove them from ordinary life, but to strengthen them for it.
Joy Beside the Cross
A fill-in-the-blank prayer guide with questions to inspire your personal conversation with God when you're struggling to be cheerful.
“Prayer is a fundamental dimension of our humanity”
In his 5 August general audience, Pope Leo XIV continued the catechetical cycle on the Second Vatican Council, speaking about the dogmatic constitution “Sacrosanctum Concilium” and the prayer of the Church.
“It’s like he was thinking of me when he wrote it”
Nearly forty years ago, Natale Sandoli left Venezuela for Tenerife. A photographer, husband, and father of three, he’s the first to admit he wasn't much of a churchgoer back then. That changed when a friend handed him a copy of “The Forge.”
Judge who couldn’t be bought transforms her community
The story of a judge’s 20-year journey of integrity and public service, highlighting how her commitment to justice, education, and community development has left an impact beyond the courtroom.
Devotion to Our Lady: Tips from the Saint of the Ordinary
August is a month with many feast days of Mary. A priest of Opus Dei residing in Vietnam writes about St Josemaria’s devotion to our Lady, which can be practised by everyone in daily life.
Saint John Mary Vianney, Holy Curé of Ars
4 August is the feast of Saint John Mary Vianney, who Saint Josemaria named intercessor for Opus Dei's relationship with the diocesan bishops. This is a study on the relationship between the two saints.