Opus Dei

Everyone is called to participate in God's love. This is the first article in "Called to Love," a series on celibacy.

"Why is this happening to me? It's not fair; I haven't done anything wrong." We get upset when we don’t understand the reason for illness, and it’s tough to feel that no one is there to share in our suffering.

Seeing God and knowing that you’re seen by Him means stepping into such a deep, intimate moment that words are unnecessary. You’re looking at someone you know perfectly, who knows you, and with whom you can share your deepest feelings and most personal joys. So here’s the million-dollar question: how do you get there?

The first commandment is key to our entire existence: it is the only possible foundation for a fulfilled human life. Love for God includes love for those whom God loves.

Pascale Barros (Chile) is a 22-year-old psychology student. She talks about what loving God means to her: letting herself be loved by Him.

We fall again and again, but God our Father always picks us up. He's waiting with open arms, and his love gives us the courage to start again. Ready?

Chris Parreno (UK), a calligrapher, talks about finding God in the beauty of her artistic work and connection with people, integrity, and being true to herself.

We need other people on the journey of life, and when we don't have enough company or support, we feel the pain of loneliness and find it harder to carry on.

God wants our help to transform the world "from within" and bring it to Him. But how?

A courageous young man turned to Jesus to ask, "What must I do?" Jesus' answer is clear. The 10 commandments summarize how what it means to act like a Christian.