Number of articles: 89

“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.

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“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.

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“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.

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“I've experienced a lot of miracles in my life”

Mariam was born in Baghdad but lives in the Netherlands. The dramatic experiences she's lived through helped her see God's action in her life very clearly and to discover her vocation.

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The Truth About Mirrors

Sincerity does more than build relationships: it transforms them. There's a quiet relief in letting yourself be seen, like the deep exhale after holding your breath for too long. This article is part of a series on the virtues, inspired by St. Josemaría’s homily “Human Virtues.”

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On the Highway to Heaven with Carlo Acutis

Life is full of choices, big and small, that shape who we become. These five tips from Carlo Acutis explore what it means to live a life of purpose.

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To the Heights with Pier Giorgio Frassati

Friend, athlete, dreamer... His faith gave him the strength to go further than anyone expected. These five phrases from Pier Giorgio Frassati help us understand the source of his joy and generosity.

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Pier Giorgio Frassati, the man of the Beatitudes

This young Italian engineer showed that it’s possible to be authentic, joyful, and deeply fulfilled when you live for others. At just 24, Pier Giorgio Frassati left an unforgettable mark on those who knew him, especially the poor and the sick.

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Carlo Acutis, the first millennial saint

He loved the Eucharist, lived his faith with joy, and reminds us that holiness is not a distant dream but an attainable goal for everyone. Discover his story in this infographic.

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You are a message of hope

A first-person view of the Jubilee of Youth.

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