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A Friend in Heaven: devotion to Pedro Ballester around the world

A new documentary on the spread of devotion to Pedro Ballester around the world has been released on the eighth anniversary of his death.

Andyara, Brazil: "I have learnt to grow through every challenge"

Andyara shares her inspiring life story, from her childhood in Campinas to her experience in Lebanon and the challenges of illness and war. In this video, she tells us how her love of literature, her faith in Opus Dei and her courage in the face of adversity have led her to a life full of adventure, learning and profound growth.

One by One

Venerable Văn Thuận Talks about Saint Josemaría

Remarks by the Vietnamese cardinal, speaking about Josemaría Escrivá during an international congress titled “The Greatness of Ordinary Life” in January 2002.

Documentation

Vatican Council II: “The polar star guiding the Church’s journey”

In his 7 January general audience, Pope Leo XIV began a new catechetical cycle dedicated to the Second Vatican Council.

9 January: Livestream from the Prelatic Church

On 9 January, anniversary of St. Josemaria's birth, from 10:00 to 15:30 and 16:00 to 19:00 Rome time (UTC + 1), live images will be broadcast from the prelatic church of Our Lady of Peace in Rome, where his mortal remains repose.

Humanising the digital world: a challenge from Pope Leo

Pope Leo XIV met with influencers back in July. This is what he told them. (In the text below, the regular text is taken directly from the Pope's meeting with influencers on 29 July 2025. The italics are further reflections and ideas about how to put his advice into practice.)

The World & I

Combat, Closeness, Mission (20): Sowers of Peace and Joy

Much of our apostolate consists of sharing our serene joy with the hearts of those who are troubled and without hope.

Teia: “We all need to connect with nature”

Teia is an associate of Opus Dei who finds God in the middle of her work, surrounded by fields, crops, and heavy machinery.

Weathering the Storm

Temperance makes us people who hold on to what’s important and let go of what isn’t. It’s the harmony and strength that protects us from snapping in a crisis. This article is part of a series on the virtues, inspired by St. Josemaría’s homily “Human Virtues.”

The World & I

The Trinity

The mystery of the Trinity is at the very heart of the Christian faith. The Catechism calls it “the central mystery of Christian faith and life” (CCC 234), because it answers the most important question of all: Who is God? While we can never fully grasp this mystery, we can understand it enough to believe, pray, and live in relationship with God.

I Believe