Biography of Bishop Alvaro
In 1975, Alvaro del Portillo succeeded St. Josemaría Escrivá as head of Opus Dei, carrying on his work with fidelity and dedication.
Letter from the Prelate (March 2014)
The Prelate focuses on the virtues of fidelity and loyalty, in the context of the centennial of Alvaro del Portillo's birth.
Temperance and Self-mastery (I)
"Have the courage to teach children austerity. If not, you won’t accomplish anything," St. Josemaria insisted. A new article in the series on the family, of which 5 are now available in English.
St. Josemaria: The Meaning of Faith
St. Josemaria spoke about the mysteries and meaning of our faith in a get-together held in Santiago, Chile, on July 7, 1974.
"Love the Pope"
In a get-together in Venezuela in February 1975, Saint Josemaria insisted the we need to love the Pope, whoever he may be, because in him we see Christ.
Work and Contemplation (I)
What does St. Josemaría mean when he insists that our work can become contemplative prayer? A new article in the series on how to sanctify our daily work.
Work and Contemplation (II)
The second part of an article on how to turn our work and daily activities into contemplative prayer, following the teachings of St. Josemaría.
With God, We Can!
In a get-together in London in 1985, Bishop Alvaro del Portillo encourages people to trust in God's help to bring those around them back to him.
Prayer and Spirituality
The seventh video in the series "Finding Christ in the Middle of the World." Australians from all backgrounds speak about the message of Saint Josemaria and its impact on their daily lives.
"Increase my faith in your Eucharistic presence"
In a get-together that took place in Barcelna, Spain, on November 26, 1972, St. Josemaria talks about growing in our love for Christ in the Mass and the Blessed Sacrament.









