Opus Dei

Oskari, who was born and raised in Finland without any religious belief, first began to take an interest in Christianity in 2001. Now he is a numerary in Opus Dei. He speaks about celibacy and his self-giving to God. (9 minutes. In Finnish, English with subtitles).

Candice Leung is from Canada. One day she opened a book written by a priest that one of her teachers had recommended and asked God to show her he exists. It was "The Way" (Video--1:02).

Joana Bouça has two children. Twelve years ago St. Josemaría helped her after a bad accident. More recently she received another favor through his intercession during the birth of her second child.

On May 1, 2011, Divine Mercy Sunday, in Rome, Benedict XVI will beatify John Paul II, who canonized St. Josemaría. With links to 3 Rome Reports videos and personal recollections by Joaquin Navarro-Valls, former head of the Vatican Press Office.

Many people in recent months have found work after going to Saint Josemaria's intercession by praying the Novena for Work. A selection of letters recounting some personal experiences.

Belisa and Rafael are a Venezuelan couple who recently moved to the United Arab Emirates for their work. Since then, they have had the joy of being able to go to Mass every week.

On January 9, 1902, Saint Josemaría Escrivá was born. Link to a brief video biography with highlights from his life, and with an excerpt from Vazquez de Prada's biography recounting his 70th birthday.

After inviting 250 of Rome's homeless to have lunch at the Vatican on December 28, the Pope has a busy schedule awaiting him in 2011. Two ROME REPORTS videos.

The Pope's monthly intention for December is "that our experience of suffering may help us better understand the pain of the many people who are alone, sick, or aged, and stir us to generous help."

On December 18, in Argentina, Fr. Cesar Molaro, an associate priest of Opus Dei, will celebrate the golden anniversary of his priesthood, along with his twin brother, Raul. With link to Zenit interview.