BBC: “‘Extraordinary’ student could be first Gen Z saint”
This is the headline of a recent BBC News article about Pedro Ballester. His story continues to inspire young people around the world, who recognize their own lives in Pedro's university studies, friendships, and dreams for the future. None of that is extraordinary in itself... except for the way Pedro lived his ordinary life.
God Doesn’t Make Mistakes: Eduardito, the Child Who Transformed a Family
The story of Eduardito, son of Eduardo Ortíz de Landázuri and Laura Busca, shows how illness and fragility can transform a family from within, teaching them to live holiness in everyday life.
Pause to Pray in February
Take some time to stop and think, to be alone with Jesus, to look at your life a little more honestly. Before you begin, try to really take care of this period of prayer: set your phone aside or turn off your notifications, grab a notebook, and place yourself in God’s presence.
When You Discover Who You Really Are
Sometimes there are challenges in your life that you may find overwhelming and difficult to bear. Piety is the virtue that helps us trust God's mercy and act and pray with peace, because we recognise ourselves as unconditionally beloved children of God. This article is part of a series on the virtues, inspired by St. Josemaría’s homily “Human Virtues.”
“Sacred Scripture is the word of God in human words”
In his 4 February general audience, Pope Leo XIV continued the catechetical cycle on the Second Vatican Council, speaking about the dogmatic constitution “Dei Verbum” and the relationship between the divine Author and the human authors of Sacred Scripture.
February Recollection Kit (2026)
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.
Advice from St. Josemaría for the Sundays of St. Joseph
In a get-together, St Josemaría recommends a specific devotion for growing in love for our Lady: turning to St. Joseph.
Seven Sundays of Saint Joseph
A long-standing tradition in the Church is to prepare for the feast of Saint Joseph by dedicating the seven Sundays before 19 March to Saint Joseph, in memory of his seven sorrows and joys.
Seeing Inequality and Choosing Action
A chance encounter with poverty during Blessed Álvaro del Portillo’s visit to Cebu on January 28-29, 1987 sparked the founding of CITE Technical Institute.
From Parents to Grandchildren: a tradition of serving Aeta communities
A family tradition of faith and social outreach is growing into a lasting mission bringing hope, progress and sense of belonging to Aeta communities in Porac, Pampanga









