Pope Francis Entrusts his Pontificate to our Lady
In his first morning as Pope, Francis I entrusted his pontificate to our Lady, in Rome's Basilica of St. Mary Major, and at a father's request, blessed an unborn child in the womb.
Statement by the Prelate of Opus Dei on the Election of Pope Francis
Bishop Javier Echevarría expresses his great joy at the news of Pope Francis' election.
New Biography of Alvaro del Portillo
Alvaro del Portillo, declared “Venerable” by Benedict XVI, was born in Madrid on March 11, ninety-nine years ago. A recent biography contains abundant new information about his fruitful life in service of the Church.
"We Won’t Be Left Orphans"
An article by the Prelate of Opus Dei published in ABC (Madrid) on Benedict XVI's fruitful service to the Church and our prayerful wait for a new Pope.
"I promise my unconditional obedience to the next Pope"
When meeting with the College of Cardinals on February 28, Benedict XVI pledged his unconditional obedience to the next Pope, while the Cardinals thanked him for his selfless service to the Church.
Thousands Say Farewell to Benedict XVI
At the February 27 General Audience, St. Peter's Square was filled with many thousands of people who wanted to see Benedict XVI for one last time and thank him for his service to the Church.
"I, secluded in prayer, will always be with you"
Benedict XVI, speaking without notes, reflected on the importance of Vatican II when meeting with priests from the Rome diocese on February 15.
"Tu es Petrus"
In what has become a tradition for the Thursday following Ash Wednesday, the Pope met with the priests from the Diocese of Rome. Given the special circumstances, the invocation "Tu es Petrus" was sung.
"Continue to pray for me"
At the beginning of Lent, Benedict XVI explains why he has renounced the Petrine ministry and asks everyone to keep praying for him and for the future Pope.
Statement by Prelate of Opus Dei
Bishop Javier Echevarría expresses thanks to Benedict XVI "for his rich and fruitful magisterium, and also for his humble and generous example of service to the Church and the world."