October 6, 2002, 10:00 a.m.

Canonization ceremony in St. Peter’s Square, Vatican City.

October 7

Holy Mass of thanksgiving for the canonization of Josemaria Escriva, celebrated by Bishop Javier Echevarría, Opus Dei's Prelate.

Audience with the Holy Father.

October 8 and 9

During these two days, various Eucharistic celebrations will be held in thanksgiving for the canonization of Josemaria Escriva. Information will be forthcoming later on the churches, times, and languages of each of these.

October 10

Thanksgiving Mass in the Basilica of Saint Eugene.

Thursday October 3 to October 10

The mortal remains of Josemaria Escriva will be in the Basilica of Saint Eugene in Rome (Viale delle Belle Arti) for public veneration.