"I will never tire of repeating that we have to be contemplative souls in the midst of the world, who try to convert their work into prayer.”
(Saint Josemaría)
Monsignor Ocáriz assures us that he is praying for us and close to us during the pandemic, and says that he will soon send a longer letter.
My dear children: may Jesus watch over my daughters and sons for me!
I am sending you a few lines to assure you of my prayer and closeness, especially to those of you who continue suffering more directly from the pandemic and its various consequences, which are worsening now in many places. My prayer, like yours, is also keeping very much in mind, along with so many good things, all ...
In his final get-togethers on his pastoral visit to the United States, Monsignor Ocáriz met with two large groups of members and friends of the Prelature.
In Memory of Bishop Javier Echevarría (1932 - 2016)
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.
The Prelature of Opus Dei is governed by a Prelate, in accord with canon law and its own statutes. The Prelate and his vicars always carry out their work assisted by councils, made up largely of laity. The council for women is called the Central Advisory and the council for men is called the General Council; both are based in Rome.
