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Video Summary of the Prelate in Colombia

From 13-16 August, Msgr. Fernando Ocáriz visited Colombia and met with many people. This video summarizes some of those gatherings.

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Video summary of the Prelate's visit to Chile

From July 24-30, the Prelate met with members and friends of Opus Dei in Chile. On his last day he visited the Shrine of the Immaculate Conception, where Saint Josemaría had visited 50 years ago.

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Letter from the Prelate (14 August 2024)

On the solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary, the Prelate of Opus Dei invites us to live "in heaven and on earth at the same time": with our minds deeply immersed in God and our feet firmly planted on the ground.

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The Prelate in Ecuador: Suffering can be transformed into joy

On Sunday, Msgr. Fernando Ocáriz met with families and friends of Opus Dei at Intisana School in Quito. Among other memorable moments, Andrés, a commercial pilot, asked him how to sanctify work and family, and Ángela requested prayers for an initiative to support women in vulnerable situations. On Monday afternoon, the Prelate will travel on to the final stage of his trip in Colombia.

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The Prelate in Peru: Stories and Photos from the Trip

From 30 July to 8 August, Monsignor Fernando Ocáriz visited Arequipa, Piura, and Lima. At the same time of year, 50 years ago, St. Josemaría traveled to Peru to be with members and friends of Opus Dei there in 1974.

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Letter from the Prelate (15 July 2024)

After his visit to Milan, the Prelate of Opus Dei invites us to continue praying for the revision of the Statutes, his upcoming pastoral trips, and the Church.

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Apostolic Journey of Msgr. Fernando Ocáriz to Latin America

In July and August, Msgr.Fernando Ocáriz will travel to Chile, Peru, Colombia, Ecuador, and Venezuela to spend time with the faithful and friends of Opus Dei. The visit is taking place in the context of the 50th anniversary of Saint Josemaría's journey to several Latin American countries.

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The Prelate on the feast of St. Josemaria: "God does not stop loving us when we make mistakes"

Homily of Msgr. Fernando Ocáriz on the feast of St. Josemaría, in the Basilica of Saint Eugene (Rome).

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Be very close to the people, especially in countries where there is most suffering

The Holy Father received Msgr. Fernando Ocáriz, accompanied by Auxiliary Vicar Mariano Fazio, at the Apostolic Palace this morning.

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Letter from the Prelate (17 June 2024)

With the feast of Saint Josemaria drawing near, the Prelate of Opus Dei invites us to reflect on one of the qualities that marked the founder's life: good humor.

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