A Timeline of Pope Francis' Teaching
FROM UNIV: Thank you, Pope Francis!
Six days before his death, the Pope wrote a letter to the young people of UNIV. In this video, they thank him for 12 years of closeness. This year, nearly 3,000 students gathered in Rome for Holy Week in the Jubilee year. The 57th edition of UNIV also included a series of cultural events reflecting on this year’s theme: “Citizens of Our World.”
"I enjoyed being able to give the Pope something back"
On the anniversary of Pope Francis' election, Vicky talks about what it meant to her to be able to speak to him and bring him a taste of his homeland after some general audiences in Rome.
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:
Spiritual accompaniment: seeing through the eyes of Christ
This article was first publish 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Jillian, Singapore. "I changed the way I see things" (Opus Dei)
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."
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.
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.
Divine Timing: A Family Reunion After 62 Years (Opus Dei)
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.
Fatherhood: Learning to Give When It's Hardest(Opus Dei)
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.
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.
