‘Serene and thoughtful, del Portillo showed his love for Christ every day’
As Madrid prepares to beatify bishop who was former head of Opus Dei, Helena Scott looks back at a man who exemplified Christ in everything he did. This article originally appeared in the Catholic Universe, 27 September 2014
Pope Francis’ Letter on Beatification of Alvaro del Portillo
Pope Francis’ letter to Bishop Javier Echevarría, Prelate of Opus Dei, for the beatification of Alvaro del Portillo. Dated June 26, 2014.
September 28: Homily of Bishop Javier Echevarría
Homily of Bishop Javier Echevarría for the Thanksgiving Mass for the Beatification of Alvaro del Portillo.
Mass of Thanksgiving
Mass celebrated by Bishop Javier Echevarria on 28 September in thanksgiving for the beatification. Offered integrally with singing and without commentary.
September 27: Words of Bishop Javier Echevarría
Words of Bishop Javier Echevarría on the occasion of the Beatification of Bishop Álvaro del Portillo
September 27: Homily of Cardinal Amato
Homily of Cardinal Angelo Amato during the Mass for the Beatification of Alvaro del Portillo
Taking part in the beatification made easy by Metro
Are you coming for the beatification of Alvaro del Portillo? Here's a video guide on using the Madrid Metro with English subtitles.
Unity of Life in Professional Work
“Any honorable work can be prayer and all prayerful work is apostolate. In this way the soul develops a unity of life, which is both simple and strong." A new article in the series on sanctifying work.
"Graces for the entire Church"
Nelida de Jesus lives in Amsterdam and works as a law professor. She is "sure God will grant many graces for the entire Church" with the beatification of Alvaro del Portillo.
Beatification Press Kit
A press kit for journalists has been prepared with background information on the beatification of Bishop Alvaro del Portillo. The beatification takes place on September 27 in Madrid.