Opus Dei

We will get to know Jesus if we “live” the Gospel. We offer a weekly video of Saint Josemaría (1'45'').

Words from Bishop Javier Echevarría on the fifth anniversary of the canonization of St. Josemaría.

VIDEO: St. Josemaría’s canonization in 2002 left its mark on Africa, when persons from all over the world donated more than one million euros. With these, Harambee was able to fund 24 projects. Now, five years later, it is undertaking four more projects which are here briefly described.

To see someone who is now contemplating God in heaven and to hear that person speak about God is a welcome opportunity for a Christian. On the fifth anniversary of St. Josemaría’s canonization, our web page inaugurates a new section: Short Videos of the Founder.

October 6, 2007 marks the 5th anniversary of the Canonization of St Josemaria Escriva. We recall some personal testimonies and favours received through the intercession of the saint on the very day of his canonization, on October 6, 2002.

The present prelate of Opus Dei was born in Madrid on June 14, 1932.

“Make it a habit to raise your heart to God, in acts of thanksgiving, many times a day,” the Prelate of Opus Dei suggests in his October letter, echoing words of St. Josemaría.

Many people start praying through the intercession of St Josemaria Escriva after finding a prayer-card, often quite by chance. Here are some testimonies of those who have discovered the prayer card and a powerful intercessor.

Jacqueline Loh, a Singaporean lawyer and mother of two, recalls the beginning of a journey which began when she was at university: “I longed to able to know the truth about the faith which I had previously practiced without much understanding or questioning….”

God helps us through the sacraments. In confession he forgives us as a loving father (1’26’’).