Opus Dei

At his 27 May General Audience, Pope Francis continued his catechesis on prayer by focusing on the first chapters of Genesis.

Five years ago, Pope Francis wrote about the connection between our relationship with God, with our fellow men and women, and with the created world in the encyclical "Laudato Si'." Here is a brief personal reflection on its significance.

Blessed Alvaro liked to “visit” Mary by praying the rosary while walking or traveling to a specific Marian shrine or even simpler places with her image. During the years he lived in Rome, he discovered many lesser-known sanctuaries of popular devotion around the city.

God has always taken the first step in seeking our friendship. By being his friend, we learn how to be good friends of others. A new series on Christian life.

In this second meditation for the month of May, Monsignor Ocáriz recommends looking at Mary as a model of how to be a better friend.

During these weeks, we will publish some meditations in audio format, preached by priests in Kenya to young people, which can help strengthen our life of prayer.

Pope Francis continued his catechesis on prayer: "The beauty and mystery of Creation generates in man’s heart the first movement that arouses prayer."

Video message of Pope Francis to young people for the centenary of Saint John Paul II's birth.

As we face a global health crisis, we may find ourselves feeling helpless or at a loss about the best ways to respond or react. What difference can one person really make to improve such a complex situation? The example of Joanna from Singapore shows that knowledge of one’s personal circumstances, a network of good friends, and a bit of initiative can go a long way.

Besides being her feast day, May 18th is the first anniversary of the beatification of Guadalupe Ortiz de Landázuri.