Canonization Facts and Figures
A 99-year-old Filipino priest will be at St. Peter's Square on October 6th. 37 choirs will participate. Pilgrims are coming from 84 different countries. And more....
The Prelate's Greeting to the Pope
The greeting given by Bishop Javier Echevarría, Prelate of Opus Dei, to Pope John Paul II, at the audience in St. Peter's Square on October 7, 2002.
The Pope´s canonization homily and Angelus message
The full text in English of the homily given by John Paul II at the Mass of Canonization for St. Josemaría Escrivá, and his Angelus message directly following the Mass.
The Pope's address at the Mass of Thanksgiving
An address by Pope John Paul II to pilgrims gathered for the canonization of St. Josemaría Escrivá on October 7, 2002.
Pope to canonize Blessed Josemaría Escrivá on Sunday
The Vatican Information Service has published the following biography of Josemaria Escriva, in preparation for his canonization on October 6 by John Paul II.
Two saints united by love for Mary
Bishop Javier Echevarria, Opus Dei's prelate, speaks of Blessed Juan Diego and Blessed Josemaria Escriva.
January 2002 La Repubblica Interview
Bishop Echevarria answers candid questions about Blessed Josemaria, Opus Dei, and the Church in the Third Millenium.
January 2002 El Pais Interview
"The true measure of Opus Dei’s state of affairs is whether each member is faithful to Jesus Christ." In an interview, the Prelate answers questions about the Centennial of the Founder’s birth, peace in the world, and the Holy Father.
June 26 in Rome
On June 26, the liturgical feast of Blessed Josemaria, Bishop Javier Echevarria celebrated a Mass in his honor in the Basilica of St. Eugene in Valle Giulia. Around fifteen hundred people attended the ceremony.