E187: Debunking The Myths About Opus Dei w/Fr Luke Mata

In this episode, Lila sits down with Fr. Luke Mata to explore the spiritual principles of Opus Dei, which translates to "The Work of God." Unlike many religious groups which encourage people to leave society in order to become sanctified, Opus Dei Founder St. Josemaria Escriva taught that one can become holy through the business of everyday life, not in spite of it. Fr. Luke also shares how his deep faith—and his mother’s example of holiness in the midst of suffering—shaped his spiritual journey, guiding him to a vocation in the priesthood where he would ultimately serve as Vicar of Opus Dei for the West.Fr. Luke has a PhD in Moral Philosophy and served in two papal synods. He also is a former Vicar of Opus Dei for the West.Don’t miss this inspiring conversation about vocation, leadership, and living out your faith in the modern world.Join our Locals community: https://lilarose.locals.com/ Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/LilaRose865 A big thanks to our partner, EWTN, the world’s leading Catholic network! Discover news, entertainment and more at https://www.ewtn.com/ Check out our Sponsors:-EveryLife: https://www.everylife.com Buy diapers from an amazing pro-life diaper company and use code LILA and get 10% off!-Franciscan University Study Abroad: Experience the summer of your life learning and growing in faith in beautiful Austria: https://austria.franciscan.edu/-Seven Weeks Coffee: https://www.sevenweekscoffee.com Buy your pro-life coffee with code LILA and get up to 25% off!00:00:00 - Intro00:01:24 - When did you become a priest?00:02:49 - Longing for priesthood growing up?00:10:57 - EveryLife00:15:19 - Opus Dei parties00:20:32 - Franciscan University Steubenville 00:21:34 - Conversion Stories00:31:49 - Seven Weeks00:32:59 - What is Opus Dei?00:37:28 - Is Opus Dei secretive00:39:19 - DaVinci Code and Dan Brown00:42:17 - Is Opus Dei powerful?00:46:47 - Is Opus Dei wealthy?00:48:16 - What does it mean to be a member of Opus Dei?00:49:55 - Plan of Life00:51:58 - How to develop a consistent prayer life?00:55:09 - Too much noise & need for silence00:57:47 - Who do you pray to?01:03:10 - What about Mary?01:08:33 - Whole point of Opus Dei