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January 24, 2017

Monsignor Ocariz confirmed as new prelate of Opus Dei

Spanish Msgr. Fernando Ocariz, pictured in Rome in 2016, was elected Jan. 23 as the new head of the prelature of Opus Dei. His appointment was confirmed the same day by Pope Francis.

ROME, Italy – Pope Francis on Monday confirmed the election of Monsignor Fernando Ocariz Braña as Prelate of Opus Dei. The priest becomes the third successor of St. Josemaria Escriva as head of the personal prelature.

Published in International
January 17, 2017

Opus Dei to begin process of choosing new prelate

Opus Dei will begin the process of electing a new prelate starting Jan. 21. It's previous head, Bishop Javier Echevarria, died Dec. 12, 2016.

ROME – The three-step process to elect a new prelate for Opus Dei, the predominantly lay organization, will begin Jan. 21 with a consultation involving more than three dozen women leaders.

Published in International