6 October: Anniversary of the Canonization of St. Josemaría
On 6 October 2002, John Paul II canonized the founder of Opus Dei, who he called the "saint of ordinary life."
"One Second of October": Anniversary of the Founding of Opus Dei
A meditation given by Saint Josemaria in Rome on 2 October 1962, on the feast of the Holy Guardian Angels and an anniversary of the founding of Opus Dei in 1928.
Escriva.org: a website for going deeper into St. Josemaría's message
St. Josemaría's writings provide insight for people seeking God in ordinary life. The first book, "The Way," was published in 1939. The launch of escriva.org allows for easy access to many of the founder of Opus Dei's writings.
The Holy Archangels
On 29 September, we celebrate the feast of the Holy Archangels: Michael, Gabriel, and Raphael. An account of how St. Josemaria came to choose them as patrons of Opus Dei and other resources for this feast.
Ten Tips for Starting the School Year Well
Some advice from Saint Josemaria on how to get the most out of the upcoming school year.
Saint Pius X, Intercessor of Opus Dei
August 21 is the feast of St. Pius X, the intercessor to whom St. Josemaria entrusted the Work's relation with the Holy See. In this excerpt, Miguel De Salis Amaral writes about St. Josemaria's lifelong devotion to this Pope.
Homily for the Feast of the Assumption with audio
A homily by Saint Josemaria published in "Christ is Passing By," given on the feast of our Lady's Assumption into heaven, 15 August 1961. A new downloadable audio version of the homily is available.
Newsletter No. 10: Passionately Loving the Church
Saint Josemaría’s dedication to the Church was total. He promoted among the laity the awareness that they are Church.
29 June: St. Peter and St. Paul
On 29 June, we commemorate the martyrdom of Saints Peter and Paul in Rome. To help celebrate this solemnity, here are 12 excerpts from St. Josemaria's writings about love for the Pope.
Finding Peace in the Heart of Christ (with Audio)
A homily given by St Josemaría on 17 June 1966, published in ‘Christ Is Passing By’.