The KGB Agent and the Engineer
During the 1970s, Salvatore, who had recently met Saint Josemaría, lived through an adventure worthy of a spy novel.
10 Years in Korea
In this video made in July 2019, four South Koreans talk about how the spirit of Opus Dei has influenced their own lives and families.
“Filling in” for the Affection of their Families
As in so many places during the health crisis, the residence for the elderly where Rafa works has had to multiply its efforts to care lovingly and professionally for the people there.
Sanctifying Ordinary Work: a Textile Maker
Vincenzo is a textile maker in Italy who has worked in this field for more than 30 years. He talks about how he tries to sanctify his daily work.
100th Anniversary of Saint John Paul II's Birth
Last May 18th marked the 100th anniversary of the birth of Karol Wojtyla in Wadowice, Poland. His birthplace is now a museum that brings his example of sanctity and human warmth closer to visitors.
Sanctifying Ordinary Work: a Hat Designer
Donata is a hat designer for a well-known fashion firm in Rome. Many of her designs are used in international movie productions.
Fr. José, Spain: "Essential services"
The chaplain-engineer of the Laguna Care Hospital's death was linked to that of his friend Fermín, who had been widowed some time ago and passed away from coronavirus. Before arriving at Laguna, he was the general chaplain of the National Police. He died on 31 March, surrounded by the sorrow of a legion of healthcare workers and friends who were unable to say their final goodbyes, and who pay tribute to him in this video.
"In Sweden, we Catholics are a small family"
Maria Bäärnhielm relates some of her experiences teaching catechism in Sweden. There are many conversions to Catholicism each year and young people are eager to learn more about the faith.
A Beautiful Adventure
In September 1981, the eight young women about to begin Opus Dei's apostolic work with women in Ivory Coast met with Blessed Alvaro del Portillo in Rome. Three of them share memories of their first years and friendships in this West African country.
“With my stories many people have come to know ‘another language’"
José Antonio is a policeman in Elche, Spain, and also a well-known author of crime novels, a genre in which he has won several awards.