Letter of the Prelate (July 2007)
Letter of Bishop Javier Echevarría to the faithful of Opus Dei. This month’s letter urges the faithful to consider the ordinary but exemplary life of the first Christians.
Members and cooperators in Britain
In this section we have collected testimonies from people in Britain.
History of Opus Dei in Britain
Opus Dei began in Britain in December 1946. The first centre was set up in Rutland Court and soon after moved to Netherhall House in Hampstead. Later the first women's centre was set up on the same site in 1952.
St. Josemaría, at the Cathedral of New Delhi
A statue of St Josemaría Escrivá was blessed and installed in the Sacred Heart Cathedral in New Delhi (India) on Tuesday 26 June, the feast day of the saint.
Centres in Britain
In Britain there are Opus Dei centres in London, Oxford, Manchester and Glasgow. The addresses of the main centres are given below.
There is something "holy" in the most ordinary situations
VIDEO. Work, family life, and other ordinary activities are occasions for spiritual union with Jesus Christ. Duration: 2:00.
In Memoriam: John Henry (1939-2007)
The life of Professor John Henry, who died on May 8 aged 68, was a shining example of how Christian faith can be the inspiration for an outstanding professional career, following the spirit of Opus Dei.
5. How does one become a member of Opus Dei?
Video interview with Fr. Michael Barrett. How does one become a member of Opus Dei? (Duration: 1:28)
Zhanara discovers Catholicism in Amsterdam
Zhanara is from Kazakhstan, but her life took a big turn when she came to Amsterdam. Here she encountered the Catholic faith and has been baptized. Her path to conversion has taught her to open up her mind and her heart.
Video of the Priestly Ordinations in Rome
A brief view of the ceremony that took place last Saturday (May 26, 2007) at the church of St. Eugenio in Rome where the Prelate ordained 38 faithful of Opus Dei to the priesthood.