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Lenten meditations

Seven recorded meditations to help us gaze upon the glory of God and realize that his kindness is a greater joy than life itself.

Spiritual Retreats in South Africa, 2024

Ducks Dam Hall offers ongoing formation facilities for people from all walks of life. Spiritual formation is the goal of the centre which offers a variety of activities that run throughout the year: spiritual retreats, courses, seminars.

St. Josemaria's "Way of the Cross" in audio

A devotion for Lent (and during the year) to contemplate the Passion of Christ.

As in a Film: The Desert Experience

Jesus’ life was not free from difficulties. Before beginning his public ministry, he spent forty days of fasting and penance in the desert, where he suffered the temptations of the devil. That experience can show us a way to see difficulties as opportunities to mature in our Christian vocation.

February Recollection Kit (2024)

A recollection is a “mini-retreat,” a few hours of quiet prayer when we look at our lives in God's presence. This guide can help us spend an hour or two in loving conversation with God, right where we are.

The Best Way of Showing Our Gratitude

Peter asks how and how much to forgive. Jesus turns the question around and teaches him to let himself be forgiven… like the prodigal son, who was able to become faithful again through trust.

Wanting To Be Children, Finding the Warmth of a Home: Filiation and Paternity in Opus Dei

On the anniversary of the Prelate of Opus Dei's election, we reflect on fatherhood and filiation in this family.

Embracing the World Through Prayer: Psalm 2

The consideration of divine filiation — a filial adoption Christ has made each baptized person participate in through grace — is the foundation of the entire spirituality of Opus Dei. Some reflections on Psalm 2, which St. Josemaria wanted the faithful of Opus Dei to recite and meditate on every Tuesday in order to foster this filial spirit.

Come, let us adore!

During Christmastime, the astonishing events at Bethlehem inspire us to reconsider our deepest motivations. Jesus, Mary, and Joseph invite us to worship the Baby Jesus, who is helpless and in need of our care.

eBook: "Unity and Love for the Good Shepherd"

A new ebook in celebration of Pope Francis' birthday on 17 December. Christian unity is a participation in the unity of love among the Persons of the Blessed Trinity. On earth, this unity of love is realized through affective and effective union with the Roman Pontiff. In Opus Dei, as part of the Church, it is also expressed through filiation with the Prelate.