Two Favours of St Josemaria on June 26
On 26 June, we celebrate the feastday of St. Josemaria Escriva de Balaguer, the Founder of Opus Dei. Since his death in 1975, many people have gone to his intercession and received favours of all sorts, from minute material concerns to deeper spiritual conversions. In commemoration of his feastday this June 26, we present 2 favours obtained through his intercession that took place precisely on this date.
Opus Dei has 34 new priests
Bishop Javier Echevarria, Prelate of Opus Dei, ordained 34 priests in the Basilica of St. Eugene in Rome on May 27
EWTN Programs for the Feast of Opus Dei’s Founder, Saint Josemaría
EWTN will broadcast television programs about Opus Dei and Saint Josemaría Escriva on five consecutive evenings beginning June 26, the feast of Saint Josemaría.
Kimlea Medical Centre opens its doors
Although no advertising was done, word immediately went round among the tea and coffee pickers in the neighbourhood of Kimlea that the services offered in the Clinic are very good.
"Sermon-in-a-Sentence"
One book stood out, because it was the smallest. Tastefully designed, I placed my outstretched hand on my first copy of The Way. I was immediately transfixed by the simple “sermon-in-a-sentence”...
2. How is Opus Dei related to the Catholic Church?
Video interview with Fr. Michael Barrett. Duration: 4:15.
12. How is penance and mortification practiced in Opus Dei?
Video interview with Fr. Michael Barrett. Duration: 2:15.
VIDEO: Q & A about Opus Dei
Fr. Michael Barrett, a priest of Opus Dei, responds to some of the most common questions about Opus Dei. A transcription of this video interview can be found at the bottom of this page.
6. What does Opus Dei provide for its members?
Video interview with Fr. Michael Barrett. What does Opus Dei provide for its members? (Duration: 3:17)
7. What are the "norms" that Opus Dei members try to live?
Video interview with Fr. Michael Barrett. What are the "norms" that Opus Dei members try to live? (Duration:1:35)