The Da Vinci Code<br/><br/>
Three years ago, Dan Brown authored the novel “The Da Vinci Code”.  This year, the fictional novel was made into a film by Columbia pictures, starring Tom Hanks.<br/><br/>
The storyline of the novel is based on the beliefs of the Gnostics, combined with stories from two books ‘Holy Blood’ and ‘Holy Grail’.<br/><br/>
Having read this book, it is easy for one to speculate on the controversial conjecture that Jesus and Mary Magdalene were married, or that the Church has covered up many historical facts throughout the years.<br/><br/>
Also, sometimes we might encounter people who would pose to us the above questions.<br/><br/>
Professor Nancy Calvert-Koyzis of McMaster University states that we need not become irritated by what others may say about our faith.  She says, “The more you try to refute, the less interest others will have on your arguments.  It is more important to listen attentively.”<br/><br/>
John Stackhouse from the Regent College in Vancouver points out, “We must talk to others in a kind way, because they are also searching for truth.”<br/><br/>
Columnist Drew Dyck said, “The four gospels are the true code for knowing Jesus.”<br/><br/>
For details, please go to www.jesusdecoded.com, which is hosted by the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops.