The Lamp That Never Goes Out: The Confession at Caesarea and the Transfiguration
At Caesarea, Peter did not understand that following Jesus entails self-giving and sacrifice. On Mount Tabor, however, he began to grasp that Christ’s glory passes through suffering and that the cross is not the end, but the passage to the resurrection.
eBooks: Catechesis with Pope Francis
On the anniversary of Pope Francis’ election (13 March), here is an index of all the free ebooks of his audiences available on this website, with links.
Meditations: Saturday of the Twenty-Second Week of Ordinary Time
Some reflections that can assist our prayer during the 22nd week of Ordinary Time.
Audio message from Pope Francis: “Thank you for your prayers”
On 14 February, Pope Francis was admitted to the Agostino Gemelli Polyclinic in Rome due to a polymicrobial infection of the respiratory tract. The Holy See Press Office publishes updates on the Pope's health twice a day.
Letter from the Prelate (10 March 2025) | Joy
In this pastoral letter, the Prelate of Opus Dei invites us to reflect on some key aspects of joy, following the teachings of Saint Josemaria.
Building on Rock: The Plan of Life (II)
The road we travel with God involves both times of prosperity and moments of greater difficulty of tiredness. Fidelity to a plan of life is not about "perfect execution," but rather remaining in God's love and finding our rest in Him.
Meditations: Friday of the Twenty-Second Week of Ordinary Time
Some reflections that can assist our prayer during the 22nd week of Ordinary Time.
Maria José, Spain: "Helping others is a way of giving back what I've received"
María José is a lawyer who lives with her husband and son in Madrid. Since the return of the Taliban regime to Afghanistan in August 2021, she has been helping women from that country to find asylum in Spain. There were only a few of them at the beginning, but now they've formed a network that supports 110 families. "Prayer helps me understand the things that happen and God's calls," she says. Her faith inspires her commitment to improving the world around her through her work.
Meditations: Thursday of the Twenty-Second Week of Ordinary Time
Some reflections that can assist our prayer during the 22nd week of Ordinary Time.
“The Way” inspires Hallow's Lenten challenge
The Catholic prayer app Hallow launches its Lent challenge on Wednesday. This year, it is inspired by the founder of Opus Dei's “The Way.” The global challenge will be guided by well-known figures from around the world.