To Know Him and To Know Yourself (I): Stealing Christ's Heart
"Perhaps we could define prayer like this: a word that 'steals Christ’s heart' and enables us to live, from now on, close to Him."
To Know Him and To Know Yourself (XIII): One doesn't reason; one looks!
Contemplative prayer develops in us a new way of looking at everything that happens around us, sharing in God’s vision of the world.
DYA: More Than an Academy
People came to DYA Academy for different reasons, but they stayed for the friendships they formed. They stayed for the joyful atmosphere, together with the intriguing call to take their Christianity seriously. They stayed because they discovered something greater than a place to studying or hang out with friends.
Seeing and Being Seen: Contemplation in the Middle of the World
Seeing God and knowing that you’re seen by Him means stepping into such a deep, intimate moment that words are unnecessary. You’re looking at someone you know perfectly, who knows you, and with whom you can share your deepest feelings and most personal joys. So here’s the million-dollar question: how do you get there?
Documentary: “The Faith at 20"
In this programe twelve young people talk about how they approach different aspects of Christian faith. The 27-minute documentary includes previously unpublished images of St Josemaria, and testimonies by young people from Paris, London, Barcelona, Rome, Chicago, New York and Buenos Aires. A copy was presented to Pope Francis by participants in UNIV 2013, during his first public audience. The documentary is produced by ISCOM and directed by Juan Martin Ezratty (Digito Identidad).
“New Mediterraneans” (ebook)
This series of editorials can help us to discover new insights for our spiritual life when we pray about things we already know and have heard many times before.
The Richness of Ordinary Life
A homily given on 11 March 1960, in which St Josemaría expounded on one of the themes he preached most throughout his life: the greatness of ordinary life for those who know themselves to be children of God.
Examples of Faith (IV): Elijah the Prophet
Fourth article in the series on figures from Scripture who are examples for us of strong faith. Elijah shows how God helps those who turn to him in prayer, especially in times of difficulty.
Where God is Hidden
In the discreet silence of the Sacraments, Jesus waits for us to freely open our heart to Him.
Letter from the Prelate (1 November 2019) | Friendship
Pastoral letter of Monsignor Fernando Ocáriz on the importance of friendship. “By living in friendship with God, which is the first friendship we have to foster and strengthen, you will be able to make many true friends."
Letter from the Prelate (16 February 2023) | Fraternity
Monsignor Fernando Ocáriz invites us to reflect on some attitudes and expressions of fraternity.
“It is the Lord”: Spiritual Accompaniment (II)
Many people who have found Christ and the Church thanks to a friend describe the help they received as authentic spiritual accompaniment.
“I have called you friends” (ebook)
In the light of a pastoral letter of Msgr. Fernando Ocáriz on friendship (November 1, 2019), we offer a free eBook with some texts to invite us to discover and share one of the great treasures that Jesus continues to offer to the apostles of today.
"Working on Trust": On Family & Parenting
This series of videos is intended to help parents in the education of their children. The videos draw upon the teachings of Saint Josemaria, who was passionate about freedom and the educational role of parents.
Very Human, Very Divine (XVII): The Gentle Force of Trust
Sincere trust unlocks the potentialities hidden inside each person; it encourages us to develop our qualities in the service of others, and enables us to grow in a natural and harmonious way.
