Opus Dei

For Saint Josemaria, Jesus was always the "great Friend," the one who truly understands us, since he is perfect God and perfect Man.

This free eBook brings together a number of articles published on this website during the Jubilee Year of Mercy convoked by Pope Francis.

We are beginning a new section on Opus Dei’s web page, with the publication of a series of texts from the Fathers of the Church, to help us grow in our faith and prayer life.

An article on mercy and conversion, written for the Jubilee of Mercy in the Church. "The realization of the harm done by his sin – against God, others, and himself – leads David to seek refuge and healing in God."

Here is an article on a key aspect of Saint Josemaria's message: growing in holiness by offering our work done with love to God.

An article on the corporal works of mercy, written for the Jubilee of Mercy in the Church. "As Saint Josemaría wrote, 'the sick are He,' a daring expression that reflects our Lord’s demanding words: 'Truly I say to you ... you did it to me.'"

First of a two-part article on creation, in the series "The Light of Faith."

The first in a new series of articles on effective ways to share the "light of faith" with those around us, by speaking a language that people can understand today.

"Divine mercy, which God revealed throughout the history of the Chosen People, shines brightly in the Word Incarnate." An article on mercy in Sacred Scripture, for the Jubilee of Mercy in the Church.

"The celebration of Sunday has a festive tone because Christ has conquered sin, and he wants to conquer sin in us."