Information about the Ordinary General Congress of Opus Dei (2025)
This page contains a selection of texts about the upcoming Ordinary General Congress of Opus Dei, which will be held in Rome from April 23 to May 5.
The Way of the Cross
The Way of the Cross is an old Christian devotion of walking Jesus' path to Calvary with Him, reflecting on 14 parts (or stations) of the journey.
Pope Francis to the young people at UNIV: “Continue moving forward, enthusiastic in faith”
With deep gratitude and joy, we share the letter Pope Francis sent to the young participants of UNIV 2025. We share it with everyone as an invitation to join in prayer for the Holy Father, as he asks us to do in the letter.
What's so holy about Holy Week?
Holy Week is a path toward the Paschal Triduum, a three-day celebration of the mystery of Jesus' Death and Resurrection in order to save us. That means special Masses and services, full of new words, symbols, and meanings.
Quotes for Lent
St. Josemaria's writings are full of advice about conversion and getting closer to God, which is what the season of Lent is all about. Here are a few selections from his writings in text and downloadable as wallpapers.
Week 3: A Spirit of Service at Work
Reading, a mission, and questions to reflect on in the third week of the Saint Josemaria challenge (March 28-June 26, 2025).
Letter from the Prelate (8 April 2025)
The Prelate of Opus Dei asks us to continue praying for the Pope's full recovery, and to prepare for Holy Week by considering Christ's infinite love. He also asks for prayers for the upcoming General Congress.
How I discovered the true beauty of my body
Ana López Recalde, author of "Princesas de Cristal," shares her experience with anorexia and the healing process that allowed her to rediscover the true value of the body. Through her story, she invites us to reflect on the challenges of mental health and the strength of discovering God's love for oneself.
Works of Mercy
Have you ever wondered what “doing good” actually means? We're not talking about saving the world from an alien takeover, movie-style, or grand gestures that seem impossible in the day-to-day. This is about something much closer to home and, believe it or not, more powerful: the works of mercy.









