Resources
These resources provide a comprehensive understanding of Opus Dei's spirituality and the life of its founder. Whether you're new to Opus Dei or looking to deepen your understanding, these materials offer valuable insights into the universal call to holiness and the sanctification of daily work.
What is the Spirit of Opus Dei?
Opus Dei's mission is to promote a profound awareness of the universal call to holiness among men and women from all walks of life, moving them to lead a life consistent with their faith and to contribute to the evangelization of every sphere of society. In short, its mission is to spread the message that all Christians have been called by God to seek holiness both in and through their daily work, family life and social relations as well as to make the Gospel known throughout the world. To follow this spirituality means to exercise human and Christian virtues whilst carrying out one's work in the ordinary course of one's life, as co-creator and co-redeemer with God, following the example of Jesus Christ.
"Inspired to Love" Documentary
Watch the Documentary
This inspiring documentary explores the life and message of St. Josemaría Escrivá, founder of Opus Dei, and how his teachings continue to inspire people around the world to seek holiness in their daily work and family life.
Duration: Approximately 30 minutes
Learn about St. Josemaría Escrivá, Founder of Opus Dei
St. Josemaría Escrivá Website
This site highlights the life of St. Josemaría and the worldwide devotion to him. It summarizes key aspects of his message-Christian vocation to holiness, sanctification of work, and divine filiation-and shares personal testimonies. One is from Roger Bissonnette, a Québec school-bus driver: "I was practicing my faith, going to Mass every Sunday, but it never occurred to me that I could seek holiness… When my wife gave me some of Saint Josemaría's homilies, I woke up to the fact that I too could become a saint. It was great news."
Read the Writings of St. Josemaría
To read the writings of St. Josemaría, please visit the official Escrivá Works website. This comprehensive resource contains all of Saint Josemaría's published works, including "The Way," "Furrow," "The Forge," and many other spiritual writings that continue to inspire people around the world.
