"I will never tire of repeating that we have to be contemplative souls in the midst of the world, who try to convert their work into prayer.” Saint Josemaría
"I will never tire of repeating that we have to be contemplative souls in the midst of the world, who try to convert their work into prayer.”
Overview
Opus Dei started stable apostolic work in the Philippines in 1964. Click HERE to read a brief account of its history and activities in the country. The Regional Vicar for the Philippines and Indonesia is Rev. Father Julio Dieguez, with office at 20 Sampaguita Street, New Manila, Quezon City.
This Information Handbook provides journalists, media professionals, opinion leaders and the general public with updated facts and figures about the Prelature of Opus Dei and its apostolic activities in the Philippines.
On May 27, 1964, Opus Dei started stable apostolic work in the Philippines. Dr Bernardo Villegas reflects here on the early years.
The first three women who began the work of Opus Dei in the Philippines landed in Manila on October 8, 1965 at 5 o’clock in the afternoon. The event was narrated by Ana Labrada in her book “The Vanguard of the East” (c) 2017. Here are excerpts.
A curated overview of poverty-alleviation and social initiatives by members of Opus Dei in the Philippines, organized thematically to help readers identify where they can collaborate and serve those most in need.
An account of how communities devastated by Typhoon Tino in Cebu found hope, dignity, and deliverance through ordinary heroes, unwavering faith, and compassion
Beth Kagaoan, a children’s book author, remembers how the stories she read aloud to children bravely battling cancer were transformed into whispered prayers.
Dr. Bernardo Villegas describes some of the projects and social contributions of the Foundation since its establishment in 1965. On the occasion of its 60th anniversary, he takes the opportunity to thank the individuals and groups who have generously supported the Foundation's activities.
A young lady discovers her mission as a writer at a Leadership Conference in Davao City (Southern Philippines).
Kabataan Public High School Girls Club has successfully partnered with Anihan Technical School to assist girls with limited finances to achieve their dreams of personal and professional advancement.
Social initiatives and projects
An Anihan Alumna’s Journey: Grit, Grace and Gratitude
Simplicity through the Lens of Aetas
Kicking poverty out with football
Scholars with a heart: Paying it a little forward
Punlaan: Sowing the seeds of women empowerment
Cebu Farmland Yields Harvest of Blessings
Generosity begets joy in outreach to the blind
City Jail Visit: “Be Joyful, Positive, and Grateful”
Blessed Alvaro rallied to establish CITE Technical Institute
Badjao women turning the tide
Farmers’ friend
Journey of healing, journey of faith
"No cancer. No blood transfusion."
“God has given me the gift of faith, my vocation… and Himself”
When God writes your love story
Closer to God through Montse Grases
An Artist’s Journey
Paying tribute to Blessed Álvaro del Portillo
An Ordinary Life in Wartime