Letter from the Prelate (10 March 2025) | Joy
In this pastoral letter, the Prelate of Opus Dei invites us to reflect on some key aspects of joy, following the teachings of Saint Josemaria.
María José de los Ángeles, Spain: "I've learned to find meaning in every difficult decision, and I'm grateful"
María José was an associate of Opus Dei for 20 years and about 5 years ago, at the age of 35, she left the Work. "Even though it was a very painful decision, it was definitely one where I was supported, and absolutely one where I was free," she says. "It’s beautiful to think that every vocation has a mission that transcends time."
Message of Pope Francis for World Day of the Sick
The 27th World Day of the Sick is being celebrated in Calcutta, India, on 11 February 2019, feast of Our Lady of Lourdes.
"A Smile and Joy"
"Smiling is an act of humility; it means I accept myself and my way of being, remaining where I am with a holy peace." An article by Carlo de Marchi, Vicar of Opus Dei for Central-South Italy.
Source of Joy
Christians should be truly joyful. Christian optimism is based on the fact that a royal way to the greatest good of all has been opened up to us: the way to God.