"Promoters of unity and fraternity in the Church"
The Prelate of Opus Dei writes about the canonization this Sunday of Paul VI and Oscar Romero, along with five other new saints in the Church.
Message from the Prelate (January 9, 2019)
Each year that begins is a new opportunity to renew our struggle to draw closer to God, Monsignor Fernando Ocáriz reminds us in his January 9 message.
My dear children: may Jesus watch over my daughters and sons for me!
Each year that begins is a new opportunity—“a new year, a new struggle,” as Saint Josemaria liked to say—to renew our eagerness to listen to God who speaks to us in our daily circumstances, to clean what clouds our vision and makes it hard for us to see Jesus. Let us strive to go forward ...
Light To See, Strength To Want To
An article by Monsignor Fernando Ocáriz about the upcoming Synod of Bishops for young people. Published in "Aleteia."
"Share this joyful and hope-filled vision of the family"
Homily of Monsignor Fernando Ocáriz, at the 28th Marian Day of the Family held in the shrine of Torreciudad on September 1, with over 16,000 people taking part.
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Video Highlights: The Prelate in Granada
The Prelate of Opus Dei recently made a pastoral visit to Granada, Spain. This article summarizes the various activities during his trip.
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Video Highlights of Prelate's Trip to Paraguay
On Monday, 13 August, Monsignor Fernando Ocáriz began his pastoral visit to Paraguay. We offer some highlights from each day of the trip.
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Video Highlights of Prelate's Trip to Bolivia
From August 8 to 13, Monsignor Fernando Ocáriz made his first pastoral visit as Prelate to Bolivia. This article offers some highlights from each day of the trip.
In Memory of Bishop Javier Echevarría (1932 - 2016)
Previous Prelates
Mons. Javier Echevarría
Bishop Echevarria served as head of Opus Dei from 1994-2016. He worked closely with St. Josemaria Escriva as his secretary from 1953 until the founder's death in 1975.
Blessed Alvaro del Portillo
In 1975, Alvaro del Portillo succeeded St. Josemaría Escrivá as head of Opus Dei, carrying on his work with fidelity and dedication.
About the Role of Prelate
Opus Dei is governed by a Prelate, in accord with canon law and its own statutes. (Click on title above for fuller explanation.)