Videos focus on models of Pray-ers
Jesus, Francis of Assisi, Padre Pio offer us example
Here is a list of videos available through the Diocesan Department of Education AV Center on models of Pray-ers. To schedule these titles contact the center, 1825 Riverside Dr., Green Bay, WI 54301; phone 1-877-500-3580, ext. 8276; e-mail: avcenter@gbdioc.org. The center is open from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday.
Level Key: K-Kindergarten, P-Primary, I-intermediate, J-Junior High, S-Senior High, A-Adult. |
2376-2379: Experiencing Jesus - His Story, Parts 1-12 with Mark Link (1983, 90 mins. per video, Level: A)
The complete set includes four videos of twelve 30-minute segments, 12 study guides and transcripts and a student text. Captures some of the excitement Jesus' disciples experienced.
4596: Picture Perfect Jesus - Sallman's Head Of Christ (1999, 47 mins., Level: JSA)
Warner Sallman's portrait of Jesus is one of the most recognized images ever. But while multitudes find it comforting, others call it racist. Courts have ordered it removed from schools and public buildings. Considers why the image was once so accepted and why that is no longer so.
2657: Intro Christology with Dr. Anthony Moore(120 mins. Level: A)
Course draws together Scripture, tradition and human experience to clarify the person and meaning of Jesus. Includes six 2-hour videos, a Student Project Book and an annotated Leader's Guide.
2725-2728: Jesus Then & Now with David Watson (1987, 60 mins. Level: A)
Investigates the history and significance of Jesus. Includes both a biblical perspective and the meaning of Christ's life for us today by digging into the issues Jesus raised and how they relate to the problems of today. Offers new insight into the life and meaning of Christ and challenges our commitment and service.
3366: Questions of the Soul - Spiritual Discipline? with Fr. Michael Himes (1995, 25 mins., Level: SA)
Draws on the wisdom of St. Francis, St. John the Baptist, and St. Augustine to consider the role of asceticism today and how all Christians are called to eradicate poverty in the world.
4535: Mystery of God - Jesus (1997, 28 mins., Level: SA)
Considers how we know who God is, how to learn to listen when God speaks to us and how God is revealed to us in the person of Jesus. By using stories and images it leads to a deeper understanding of how the teaching of Jesus can be applied to modern life and how Jesus is present with us now. Good for families and parish groups.
4589: Spirit of Assisi (1998, 25 mins., Level: JSA)
Uses stunning photography and original medieval melodies and testimonials of Dante Alighieri, Pope John Paul II, Simone Weil and others to explore Assisi.
2482: Celebration of Padre Pio (1991, 58 mins., Level: JSA)
Includes personal testimonies of healing, bilocation, conversion and prophecy of the 20th century Italian saint and stigmatist. See the places Padre Pio lived and footage from his final Mass.
2842: Jesus - Who Do Men Say That I Am? (1994, 48 mins., Level: JSA)
Intriguing investigation with everyday people and leading Bible scholars reveals some refreshing and often startling answers to questions about Jesus and why people still follow him. Intelligent, provocative portrait will stir hearts and minds.
3715: Maximilian Kolbe (1984, 21 mins., Level: JSA)
Docudrama vividly profiles the life and heroic death of Franciscan Fr. Maximilian Kolbe, the saint who gave his life in a Nazi camp so another man could live. This account of his last days at Auschwitz is told by Francis Gajowniczek, whose place he took. Scenes from Pope John Paul's visit to Auschwitz and the canonization of St. Maximilian Kolbe.
2433: Francis - Knight of Assisi (1990, 30 mins., Level: PIJ)
Story of St. Francis of Assisi and how he gave up all he had and joyfully embarked upon an exciting and unexpected adventure.
4909: The Jesus Experience - Christianity Around the World (360 mins. Level: JSA)
Multi-disc sets of DVDs examines the human experience of Jesus and how each culture in the world has created its own expression of Christianity from the early church up to modern times.
2884: Gethsemane (1990, 24 mins., Level: JS)
A young man in a state of hopelessness finds the strength he needs to go on by reflecting on the experience of some people who were close to Jesus during the final hours before his crucifixion.
2463: Following Jesus - Lenten Lane 3 (1992, 10 mins., Level: IJS)
Krispin arrives in Nazareth and meets with a carpenter who knows Mary and Joseph. He tells Krispin to travel to Jerusalem, for Jesus is celebrating the Passover there. Krispin meets Joel, the prophet, who marks him with ashes as he begins a 40-mile trek through the "Valley of Lent" to the "Palm Sunday Crossroad."
3674: Walking with Jesus - Children's Way of the Cross (1986, 8 mins., Level: IJ)
Presents the story of Jesus' suffering, death, and resurrection through the Stations of the Cross. It acquaints children with the devotion through art and shows scenes from today that parallel Jesus' passion. Encourages children to respond to Jesus by loving one another as he has loved us.
3505: Sacred Heart Kids Club - Sacred Heart (30 mins., Level: KPI)
Part of the Sacred Heart Kids Club series.
4689: Life of Jesus - Jesus Promises with Gaynell Cronin (1992, 15 mins., Level: KP)
Second of three in The Life of Jesus series invites children into the mysteries of Jesus' suffering, death, resurrection and the promise of the Holy Spirit coming as gift to all.
4690: Life of Jesus - Meals Of Jesus with Gaynell Cronin (1992, 15 mins., Level: KP)
Third of three in The Life of Jesus series invites children to learn about the Last Supper and the meaning of meals in daily life.
4161: Catholic Update - Way of the Cross with Gloria Hutchinson (1998, 40 mins. Level: SA)
Looks at the Stations of the Cross from the perspective of history, spirituality, social justice and video meditation. Includes a TV news-style report of the Way of The Cross, and a step-by-step explanation of how to pray the stations. The 12-minute music video can be used as a Lenten meditation, alone or with groups.
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