“I felt as if I had been thirsty my whole life”
Mia, 22, is a student of Estonian language and literature. Her path of faith has taken her through Estonia, Finland, and Rome, and she’s experienced for herself how God cares for his children. She shares how her encounter with Catholicism and Opus Dei have revealed new sources of hope in her life.
What does it mean to be a saint? Who can become a saint?
We are all called to become saints. But what specifically does being a saint consist of? More importantly, how can we be holy? In this article we recall some ideas on holiness taken from a variety of sources.
“My life is not in little fragments”
Keke shares how bringing together her professional life and her faith allowed her to discover God in everyday moments, making each day an opportunity to grow and give her best.
“The best time to start being happy is right now”
During the pandemic, Gregorio (Chile) discovered God in the quiet moments of his life. He found that learning to love genuinely and embracing his faith went hand-in-hand.
“My goal is to build bridges”
Moris was born in Haifa. Because of his work, he divides his time between Dubai and Israel. He traveled to the Jubilee of Youth hoping to pause the frantic rhythm of his life and seek peace amid the uncertainty of his country.
“I got to feel the deep fraternity of the Catholic family”
Ivana is 16 years old and comes from Sri Lanka, a multiethnic country south of India in which 7% of the population is Catholic. Knowing that she is part of the minority, she came to Rome for the Jubilee of Youth in order to strengthen her faith and share with many others.
“Embrace God’s dream for you”
Alessandro (Italy) shares how his desire for deeper happiness gradually led him to discover a vocation to Opus Dei, lived out in ordinary work and relationships.
“I never met my grandfather, but he changed my life”
A sense of restlessness at a Mass with his family set Santi on a path toward his vocation as an associate. He shares how that call brought clarity, joy, and the conviction that God’s plan makes his ordinary life deeply meaningful.
“I don't want to live as if He doesn't exist”
Helena talks about moving from perfectionism and external practices of faith to discovering a more personal relationship with God. Over time, that journey led her to see her vocation as a supernumerary, a path on which she's found peace and lasting happiness.
“I want to create a symphony”
Anaca shares how her love of sports, music, and friendship grew into a deeper appreciation for people and community. As an assistant numerary of Opus Dei, her vocation inspires her to care for others, bring them together, and help them find joy and a sense of belonging together.