Opus Dei

An op-ed by the head of Opus Dei's women's programs in the U.S.

We offer two videos in which experts in different areas speak about the Da Vinci Code.

In this video, Amy Welborn, author of the book "De-coding Da Vinci", explains Dan Brown's caricature of Opus Dei. She says: In reality it is an institution that offers spiritual formation to spread the Gospel.

Elizabeth Lev, an art historian, says that in her opinion the author of the Da Vinci Code knows neither Opus Dei nor any of its members.

The Church prescribes fasting on certain days and recommends that the faithful practice other sorts of mortification as well. Fr. John Wauck, a priest of Opus Dei, speaks about mortification.

"Our Lady of Peace" (Rome) is a place of prayer, housing the mortal remains of Saint Josemaría Escrivá. Millions of people throughout the world turn to Saint Josemaría’s intercession to gain graces of every kind from God. Many come to the Church of the Prelature to continue their petition or give thanks for graces received through his intercession.

Life of Saint Josemaria Escriva, the founder of Opus Dei, told by Fr. Bob Gahl, priest of Opus Dei.

Punlaan School and Talon Family Farm School help to uplift the living standards of the students and their families, always guided by Christian values.

The Da Vinci Code has drawn attention to the Catholic custom of corporal mortification. Rev. Michael Barrett, a priest of Opus Dei, answers questions.

Press Release from the Communications Office of Opus Dei, Rome, on the screening of The Da Vinci Code. Has Sony followed its own corporate "Code of Conduct" concerning respect for religious belief?