Opus Dei Activities in Singapore
Opus Dei offers formation activities for men and women in Singapore, namely doctrine classes, days of recollection, retreats and spiritual direction or confession. These aim to help participants live their faith in their daily lives and find holiness in the midst of the ordinary. Below is the list of activities and contacts :
Homily by the Regional Vicar, Fr Ralph Valdes for the Feast of St Josemaría in Singapore
On 27 June 2026, Fr Ralph Valdes, Regional Vicar of Opus Dei for East and South Asian celebrated the Feast of St Josemaría at St Joseph's Church (Victoria Street) Singapore, together with six other priests of Opus Dei who concelebrated the Mass with him. We share Fr Ralph's homily in the article below.
Two Years in the Making : The Statue of St Josemaría at St Joseph's Church(Victoria Street) Singapore
A new life sized statue of St Josemaría now stands at St Joseph’s Church after almost two years of planning and preparation. This article traces the journey from the first idea, to the fundraising effort, to the work of Spanish sculptor Diana Garcia Roy, and the arrival of the statue that now welcomes visitors to the church.
Devotion to Our Lady in our everyday
This article was first published in CATHOLIC NEWS, SINGAPORE on 21 June 2026. It is part of the series, Christ in the Everyday by the Information Office of Opus Dei Singapore, reflecting on how faith is lived within the ordinary rhythm of daily life - work, relationships, and routine.
The Pope: the gift of Christ to His Church
This article was first published in CATHOLIC NEWS, SINGAPORE on 10 May 2026. It is part of the series, Christ in the Everyday by the Information Office of Opus Dei Singapore, reflecting on how faith is lived within the ordinary rhythm of daily life - work, relationships, and routine.
Spiritual accompaniment: seeing through the eyes of Christ
This article was first published in CATHOLIC NEWS, SINGAPORE on 12 April 2026. It is part of the series, Christ in the Everyday by the Information Office of Opus Dei Singapore, reflecting on how faith is lived within the ordinary rhythm of daily life - work, relationships, and routine.
Transformed by our hope in the Risen Christ
This article was first published in CATHOLIC NEWS, SINGAPORE on 26 April 2026. It is part of the series, Christ in the Everyday by the Information Office of Opus Dei Singapore, reflecting on how faith is lived within the ordinary rhythm of daily life - work, relationships, and routine.
The richness of ordinary life
This article was first published in Catholic News Singapore on 18 January 2026. It is the first in the series, Christ in the Everyday by the Information Office of Opus Dei Singapore, reflecting on how faith is lived within the ordinary rhythm of daily life - work, relationships, and routine.
Beyond the grind - finding meaning and grace in work
This article was first published in CATHOLIC NEWS SINGAPORE on 15 March, 2026. It is part of the series, Christ in the Everyday by the Information Office of Opus Dei Singapore, reflecting on how faith is lived within the ordinary rhythm of daily life - work, relationships, and routine.
General and Regional Monthly Intentions in the Region of East & South Asia (2025-2026)
The Prelate is suggesting that the faithful and friends of Opus Dei pray for this intention in a special way, from 2 October 2025 to 2 October 2026. The Regional Monthly Intention is closely aligned.
Jillian, Singapore: "I changed the way I see things"
Jillian is 26 years old. The joy she saw in others drew her to discover her own vocation in Opus Dei. “I see the world through new eyes, finding God in my daily work and simple acts of love.”
St Joseph’s silent witness held up as model for families at feast day Mass
At the feast day Mass of St Joseph's Church (Victoria Street) on March 19, Cardinal William Goh held up the patron saint as a model of faith, fatherhood, and fidelity to God's will for some 700 faithful. In his homily, the Cardinal highlighted St Joseph's role as a pivotal figure in salvation history and a quiet example for parents today. The Mass was concelebrated by priests of Opus Dei and Monsignor Marinko Antolovic of the Apostolic Nunciature.
Fatherhood: Learning to Give When It's Hardest
Thomas became a dad after 40 and soon saw how much it asked of him. In the tired days and small moments, he started to see a deeper kind of love taking shape.
Divine Timing: A Family Reunion After 62 Years
A powerful story of the sanctity of life, motherhood, the vocation in Opus Dei and God’s providence. After six decades, Monica, a supernumerary in Singapore, uncovers a transformative truth about her family... and it all came through her vocation in Opus Dei.
Speaking about the Faith with Charity and Clarity
From his years as a youth to his involvement with Opus Dei, the interview with Jack Valero on The Bright Side on CatholicSG Radio features how these experiences shaped life and his work as co-founder of Catholic Voices. This is a thoughtful conversation on faith, leadership, and sharing the Gospel in today's world.
Defend the faith without raising your voice
In October, the Opus Dei Information Office in Singapore organised a talk on defending the faith calmly, clearly, and charitably. The event was part of preparations for the centenary of the Work. This article was first published in Catholic News Singapore on 12 November 2025.
Marriage, Life's Greatest Tango
This article celebrates Christian marriage as a lifelong commitment, and the virtues needed for it to grow and flourish. With a couple’s sincere effort and the help of grace, their union will be an authentic reflection as God’s timeless masterpiece.
Mark, Singapore: "It took me 30 years to say yes to God"
Mark first encountered Opus Dei in the 1990s but hesitated to say yes to God for decades, convinced he wasn’t ready. A retreat finally helped him realise that God does not call the perfect but helps the called to grow in holiness. Today, as a husband, father, and portfolio manager, he finds joy in prayer, strength in his work, and more presence with his family and those around him.
