Opus Dei and Corporal Mortification
The Da Vinci Code has drawn attention to the Catholic custom of corporal mortification. Rev. Michael Barrett, a priest of Opus Dei, answers questions.
Sony's Other Code
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?
Celebration for Africa on Madison Avenue
Harambee, a charitable foundation established on the occasion of the canonization of the founder of Opus Dei, held a fundraising event in Manhattan on May 15.
Video on Harambee (Low and high quality)
Harambee promotes educational programs and development projects in the sub-Saharan region of Africa and about Africa. This is a promotional video which can be freely previewed by everyone. Journalists may request the high quality version (DV format).
20+ Questions on Jesus Christ
In recent months readers and viewers of The Da Vinci Code have found themselves asking a number of questions about Jesus, his message, and his Church. Here are some Questions & Answers.
What went on at the Last Supper?
23 Questions & answers about Jesus Christ, prepared by a team of catholic theologians of the University of Navarre. This is question 20: "What went on at the Last Supper?"
Did Jesus really mean to found a Church?
23 Questions & answers about Jesus Christ, prepared by a team of catholic theologians of the University of Navarre. This is question 22: "Did Jesus really mean to found a Church?"
What does the gospel of Philip say?
23 Questions & answers about Jesus Christ, prepared by a team of catholic theologians of the University of Navarre. This is question 21: "What does the gospel of Philip say?"
What was the relationship between Peter and Mary Magdalene?
23 Questions & answers about Jesus Christ, prepared by a team of catholic theologians of the University of Navarre. This is question 19: "What was the relationship between Peter and Mary Magdalene?"
What does the “Gospel according to Mary (Magdalene)” say?
23 Questions & answers about Jesus Christ, prepared by a team of catholic theologians of the University of Navarre. This is question 18: "What does the 'Gospel according to Mary (Magdalene)' say?"