“The Prelate helps us sense God's loving fatherhood”
Translation of an interview with Monsignor Guillaume Derville, spiritual director of the Prelature of Opus Dei, published in "Aymeric Pourbaix" (for the French agency i.media) on January 21st.
"I am very grateful to the Pope"
In this Rome Reports video, Monsignor Fernando Ocáriz expresses his first reactions on being named Prelate of Opus Dei by the Pope.
Photos of New Prelate of Opus Dei
Some recent photos of Monsignor Fernando Ocáriz, named Prelate of Opus Dei by Pope Francis.
Pope Francis Names Monsignor Fernando Ocáriz Prelate of Opus Dei
This evening, Pope Francis confirmed Monsignor Fernando Ocáriz as the new Prelate of Opus Dei, following his election earlier in the day during the elective congress. He is the third successor to Saint Josemaria.
Archbishop Alfred Martins of Lagos Celebrates Requiem Mass for Prelate of Opus Dei
Following the very first Mass said by the Auxillary Vicar of Opus Dei, Msgr. Fernando Ocariz, thousands more have been celebrated all over the world for the repose of the soul of Bishop Echevarría.
Elective Process Begins with Meeting of Opus Dei’s Central Advisory
This morning in Rome, the process foreseen for the election and naming of the prelate of Opus Dei has begun, with the first plenary meeting of the women’s council of the prelature, called the central Advisory.
“Saint Josemaria's charism is a treasure that can beautify the world”
Isabel Sánchez is the central Secretary of the Advisory, the women's council that assists the Prelate in governing the Prelature. In this interview she describes the elective process that concludes with the naming of a new Prelate.
On the Way to the Elective Congress
Faithful of Opus Dei from around the world describe how the next Prelate of Opus Dei will be elected, as they reflect on what the Church expects from them today.
Press Dossier on the Third Elective Congress
The process planned for the election and appointment of the prelate of Opus Dei will begin in Rome on January 21. Press dossier for journalists on the Third Elective Congress.
Why is the Prelate of Opus Dei called “Father”?
An article by Guillaume Derville on why the faithful in the Prelature of Opus Dei call the prelate "Father."