Pope to canonize Blessed Josemaría Escrivá on Sunday
The Vatican Information Service has published the following biography of Josemaria Escriva, in preparation for his canonization on October 6 by John Paul II.
January 2002 La Repubblica Interview
Bishop Echevarria answers candid questions about Blessed Josemaria, Opus Dei, and the Church in the Third Millenium.
January 2002 El Pais Interview
"The true measure of Opus Dei’s state of affairs is whether each member is faithful to Jesus Christ." In an interview, the Prelate answers questions about the Centennial of the Founder’s birth, peace in the world, and the Holy Father.
Statement from Opus Dei's prelate about the canonization
Bishop Echevarría, on the announcement of Josemaría Escrivá's canonization: "In the saints we can always recognize the spiritual fruitfulness of the Church, sowing holiness all over the world."
June 26 in Rome
On June 26, the liturgical feast of Blessed Josemaria, Bishop Javier Echevarria celebrated a Mass in his honor in the Basilica of St. Eugene in Valle Giulia. Around fifteen hundred people attended the ceremony.
Two saints united by love for Mary
Bishop Javier Echevarria, Opus Dei's prelate, speaks of Blessed Juan Diego and Blessed Josemaria Escriva.
The Teachings of Josemaría Escrivá in an African Context
An article by noted Kenyan author Margaret Ogola on the relevance of St. Josemaria´s teachings to Africa.
Countdown to the canonization
With a week left till the canonization of Blessed Josemaría Escrivá, a picture of the event is coming into focus. So far, 230,000 participants from 84 countries are confirmed, with more expected. And everyone's got a story.
EWTN Canonization Coverage
A schedule of EWTN's television programming related to the canonization of Blessed Josemaría Escrivá, the founder of Opus Dei.