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Homily at the ordination of priests (2008)

The Prelate of Opus Dei’s homily to the priests, families and faithful attending the ordination of priests on May 24, 2008, in the basilica of San Eugenio in Rome.

From the Prelate

St. Josemaría: Teaching Children Temperance

Teaching children Christian virtues such as temperance requires tact, affection, patience and a lot of personal piety. That is what the Founder of Opus Dei tells a mother in this video (01’14”).

36 New Priests for the Prelature of Opus Dei

On May 24th, Bishop Javier Echevarría ordained thirty six of the Prelature’s faithful to the priesthood. Two of the new priests offer reflections on what this step means for them. With links to 20 photos from the ceremony and the Prelate's homily.

Recent News

The Pope's Message to the U.S.

All of Benedict XVI's addresses and homilies during his April 2008 visit to the United States.

Recent News

Letter from the Prelate (May 2008)

In his letter, Bishop Javier Echevarría advises us to draw close to the Mother of God in our prayer and ask her to teach us how to speak with her Son.

"You’re in great form Granny"

"I am 82 years of age and have 8 children, 25 grandchildren and 2 great grand children. I have been a supernumerary for over 30 years and I give thanks to God every day for my own vocation to Opus Dei, and for that of two of my children." -- Kay Kiernan, Dublin, Ireland

Saint Josemaría Welsh Language Prayer Card on the Web

The new prayer card in Welsh can be viewed and downloaded at the website dedicated to Saint Josemaría Escrivá.

Masses of St Josemaría Escrivá

For the second year a new initiative makes it easier to organise a Mass of St Josemaría.

Teacher of Teachers

Luis Borrallo is Director of Advancement at Strathmore University in Kenya, which was started in 1960 by some members and cooperators of Opus Dei. He recounts some of the challenges presented by the university's growth.

Recent News

Video highlights of Benedict XVI's U.S. visit.

We offer a video with some of the highlights from the Pope's trip to the U.S. (2'20").

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