Descriptive Index of  Video Cassettes by number

V1 A Small Boys Big World

Columbian Fathers, 20 min. GS

The dream of a pagan boy in Korea to become an altar boy and the fulfillment of that dream after his baptism.

V2 Christian Formation for Catholic Educators

Fr. Alfred McBride, 60 min. ea., 2 tapes, Adult

Columbian Fathers, 11 min., Grades 5-8

In a small village in Japan’s timber-rich mountains, a strong Christian community pulses with life...and love. A unique story of how God found His people here.

V 4 Community at Banana Tree Forks

Columbian Fathers, 15 min., Grade 9-12

An award-winning film of a missionary and his parishioners who build themselves a church in the middle of Fijian jungle...and discover their strength as members of a Eucharistic community...The Eucharist is the basis, the center and the heartbeat of their lives.

V 5 Effective Adolescent Religious Education
St. Mary College Press, 2 hr. ea., Adult

This is a four-session videotaped workshop for religious educators dealing with youth. Presented by Tom Zanzig.

V 6 Families
Argus, 30 min. ea. seg., Adult

John Powell’s practical insights help family members explore ways to deepen relationships and better meet each other’s needs and aspirations. Three segments entitle MESSAGES, MEMORY AND MEANING OF LIFE.

V 7 Kibbutz on Tall Grass Mountain
Columbian Fathers, 28 min., Grade 9-12

To break the terrible bonds of slavery in the Philippines sugar cane fields, a young missionary comes up with a revolutionary idea.

V 8 Little Prince
Billy Budd Films, 27 min., All ages

A wise, enchanting fable by Antoine de Saint Exupery. Through the marvelous medium of clay animation, children of all ages are moved by its exquisite and tender sadness.

V 9 Loyola Religion Series Teacher Training

Loyola University Press, Adult

Planning, preparing and teaching.

V 10 Martin the Cobbler
Billy Budd Films, 30 min., All ages

The story of a Russian shoemaker who discovers new meanings in life by meditating on old truths. A film for all seasons based on Leo Talstory’s folktale, "Where Love Is, God Is."

V 11 Never Be Lonely

Columbian Fathers, 28 min., Grades 9-12

A quiet missionary finds himself the only outsider in the Zambale Mountains of the Philippines where he serves the primitive Negrito people.

V 12 Ordination of Bishop John J. McRaith
30 min., All ages

The Ordination of Bishop John J. McRaith. (Diocese of Owensboro, December 15, 1982.)

V 13 Scripture
Sr. Cheryl Clemons, OSU, 50 min., Adult

A talk on Scripture by Sr. Cheryl Clemons at Brescia College.

V 14 Teacher Training Workshop Series

Twenty-Third Publication, 30 min. ea., Adult

Columbian Fathers, 19 min., Grades 9-12

A young missionary faced a problem: how to reach the Indian people who form a majority of the population in the Fiji islands. His unusual solution will surprise and delight you in this beautiful film.

V 16 We Celebrate Baptism
Silver Burdett, 60 min.. Adult

A video on Baptism by Regis Duffy.

V 17 Yasawa: My Island Home

Columbian Fathers, 16 min., Grades 9-12

What do children do on an island that has no roads, no vehicles, no telephones, no television? This film explores village life on the remote Yasawa Islands in Fiji.

As we become increasingly conscious of the invaluable contributions women make to the life of the human community, it is only natural that we reflect on the particular gifts they bring to the religious dimension of that shared life.

V 20 Down on the Farm
PBS Production, 40 min., H.S. - Adult

A look at the current crisis in agriculture.

V 21 Economics and How It Relates to the Farm Crisis

CP Films, Adult

A dynamic and powerful video by Most Rev. John J. McRaith, Bishop of Owensboro, KY on what is happening in the "Farm Crisis."

V 22 Feed My Lambs
Argus, 6 20 min. segments, Adult

These videos introduce catechists to a particular group of skills ranging from storytelling to maintaining discipline. Six coordinated journal sessions allow participants to discuss video, probe their own ideas and feelings, and share the views of other catechists.

A First Eucharist video--a parable of the Love which unites us all in God’s family

V 24 Issues in Sexuality

Wm. C. Brown, 20 min. ea., 8 videos, HS

This program seeks to offer youth a portrait of God as warm, caring, accessible, listening, understanding and concerned about justice. The stories of Creation and Incarnation are rich with images of positive sexuality.

V 24.1 Femininity and Masculinity
V 24.2 Dating 
V 24.3 Cohabitation
V 24.4 Marriage
V 24.5 Family Planning 
V 24.6 Single Lifestyle
V 24.7 Homosexuality
 V 24.8 Sexual Abuse 
V 24.9 Intimacy: No One-Night Stand
V 24.10 Aids: Medical, Moral and Ministerial Dimensions

V 25 Learning to Pray As You Live

Argus, 20 min. ea. seg., 2 videos, Adult

Learn fresh ways to focus the events of life into meaningful prayer.

 26 National Catholic Lay Celebration

CP Films, Adult

Fr. Alvin Illig’s introductory presentation is a comprehensive overview of the basic principles of evangelization.

Prepare ye the way of the Lord! - Sr. Catherine Lee. What must we do in our parishes to develop a dynamic spirit of evangelization.

In our efforts Fr. Brennan urges us to turn in confident prayer to Jesus as we labor with glad hearts to gather in the rich harvest that awaits.

Mrs. Flagel assures us that the opportunities for being the Good News to one another are endless. Through prayer, compassion, and affirmation in our everyday lives, our families can become living messages of faith and hope.

Fr. McKee explores how the inactive Catholic can be helped to rediscover the love of Jesus through the healing power of our compassion.

Marilyn Kramar reflects on how God is called unto Himself a people--reconciling them, healing them, loving them and in-spiriting them to be prophets of the Gospel.

Deacon Paul Carlson’s presentation as he encourages us to proclaim our faith to non-Catholics. Will we recognize ourselves in this revealing profile of the Catholic evangelizer?

V 27 Nature of Drug Dependency

Hazelden, 32 min., Adult

V 28 Preparing for Your Child’s Baptism

Paulist Press, 24 min., Adult

An explanation of the meaning of Baptism through its symbols, theology, and the stories of Christians.

V 29 Preparing for Your First Communion

Paulist Press, 24 min., GS-Adult

Part 1 of this program is to provide important insight into the Eucharist for children making First Communion and those in second through fifth grades. Part 2 is a presentation that brings out the meanings of Eucharist for adults, and provides thought for reflection and discussion.

V 30 Spirituality of Jesus

Peter Henriot, SJ, 60 min. ea. HS - Adult

This tape explores the frameworks which help us build a spirituality of justice, explains the scriptural themes of Covenant and of Reign which provide the foundation for social justice, and then discusses the consequences in our lives of a contemporary following of the Lord. The themes of the Paschal Mystery and of hope provide the focus of this presentation.

This tape begins with a clarification of who the poor are and then probes the theological reasons for speaking of an "option for the poor." It offers a framework for locating the various pastoral approaches to solidarity, should mark every aspect of the life and work of the Christian. The personal implications of this contemporary call are also explored.

V 32 Becoming an RCIA Sponsor

Paulist Press, 45 min., Adult

This video features a dramatic enactment of the sponsor candidate relationship, a talk on the RCIA, the vital role of the sponsor by Rev. James Dunning, and statements by some sponsors on the joys and struggles of their role.

Don Bosco, 25 min.

Julia Ceravolo interviews Vincent Zaniewski, SDB. A thorough and up-to-date explanation of the Sacrament of Reconciliation. Perceptive questions of a teenage audience are answered warmly and vibrantly by Fr. Vince.

V 34 Christmas Gift, A

Billy Budd, 8 min., All ages

It is Christmas eve and a young boy looks into the gleaming windows where tables are laden with turkey, ducks, geese and cherry pie. Then he peers in a window lit only by candle-light. He sees a grey-haired lady sitting in front of a bare table with tears in her eyes. He reaches into his pocket and takes out a bit of cheese and bread and offers to share his Christmas dinner with her.

V 35 Christmas Letter, The

CP Films, 30 min. Intermediate - Adult

Karen wants...Mark wants...decorations...shopping...not enough time...not enough money...the frustrations of Christmas descend upon Tom and Sally Hoffman. A lonely forgotten old man...a child’s letter...a risky invitation...all provide a deeper meaning for Christmas.

V 36 Come Celebrate Christmas with the Christophers

Christophers, 30 min. Primary-Intermediate

This video program invites children of all ages to celebrate the love and excitement of the Christmas season. Five stories are told using animation, actors and puppets. "The Shepherd’s Story," "The Gift of the Magi," "The Juggler of Notre Dame," "Nannette and the Christmas Gifts," and "The Elves and the Shoe Box."

V 37 Confirmation - It’s Your Choice

Liguori Publications, 20 min. H.S.

Jennifer, a Confirmation candidate, talks her friend Mike into coming along with her to her service project. Mike challenges her commitment, but Jennifer gives witness to the value of her preparation for Confirmation. Along the way a bishop explains the meaning of Confirmation and its rituals. Scenes of an actual Confirmation ceremony are shown.

V 38 Eucharist - A Gift For Life H.S. - A.

Twenty-Third Pub., 15 min. HS-Adult

The most common occasion for using this program will be during those times when the involvement of parents in Eucharist preparation is encouraged by the parish. Another important occasion would be during the training of those teachers and other staff members who will take part in First Eucharist preparation. A third occasion would be for adults, instructions on the sacraments.

20 min., Adult

A review of the current farm programs with interviews of people experiencing the crisis.

Adult

This video discusses what it’s like to grow up poor and what professionals do to care for these children. Includes profiles.

V 41 God and Money

43 min., HS-Adult

A video documentary focusing on the U.S. Catholic Bishops’ pastoral letter on the economy. It is a primer on the origins of the pastoral; a brief overview of the U.S. economy; and a portrait of how the Church is living up to its own call for all Catholics to work with the poor and the unemployed. Excellent conscience--raising resource.

A video of all-day workshop sponsored by the KY Task Force on Hunger and the Louisville & Owensboro Rural Life Offices. The Conference was designed to help church and community leaders understand and respond to the rural crisis on Ky. Video includes:

--Keynote Address: The Crisis of Agri-Culture: Turning Point for our Church and Communities" - (45 min.)

--Panel: Personal Perspective from Community Members Affected by the Rural Crisis (50 min.)

--Churches Caught in the Middle: Ministering to all Sides - Joseph Fitzgerald, Director, Rural Life Office, Archdiocese of Louisville (60 min.)

--Stress and Tension in Rural Communities: What’s Happening and How you Can Respond - Kathy Miles, Certified Family Therapist & Counselor

V 43 Let Us Walk in the Light of the Lord

NCEA -(Sharing the Light of Faith), 30 min., Adult

This is Part 1 on the National Catechetical Directory. It takes the Directory chapter by chapter explaining the most important elements of each section.

NCEA - narrated by Father Alfred McBride -30 min.

Part II of the National Catechetical Directory. Both of these videos are important for catechist training.

V 44 Let’s Talk About You

The Christophers, 30 min., JH-HS

This video is geared primarily to encourage vocations. It is rooted in the theology of the Holy Spirit’s universal call to holiness. Useful for raising the awareness of parents to the holiness. Useful for raising the awareness of parents to the importance of being open to the mystery of God’s grace.

Fear destroys peace of mind and undermines our changes for happiness. In this cassette, Rev. John Catoir explores the danger of basing one’s security on materials things. Wanting to much guarantees future disappointments. The central idea is taken from the words of Jesus, "Seek first the Kingdom of Heaven and all things shall be added to you." Mother Teresa of Calcutta is featured as a prime example of fidelity to this gospel teaching.

This video is all about Jesus and the love He engenders in his followers. The viewer is invited to listen to the testimony of young and old about the Lord of their life. Jesus presented as a man for others. Surrender to the Father’s will is the central idea emphasized in this cassette.

This video is intended to strengthen the resistance of teens and pre-teens to the drug and alcohol sub-culture in which they are now living. It explores the psychological causes of teenage involvement in drugs with leading experts. Young people with family members who are drug or alcohol depended are urged to seek help through the Alateen program by a nationally-known psychiatrist.

The wonders of creation speak of the mystery of God. For those who have eyes to see "A single mouse is miracle enough to convert a trillion infidels. "Walt Whitman. The mystery of God is unlocked by Jesus Christ who taught us to call God our Father. He said to Philip, "To see Me, is to see the Father."

Three things are necessary for a happy, balanced life: prayer, self-respect and unselfish love. In a down-to-earth fashion prayer is explained. It is not in pious thoughts or feelings, rather prayer is in the will to cling to God. Self-respect means you never put yourself down. Drugs are one sure way to do that. Young teenagers discuss the drug subculture and how it can destroy a life.

V 45 Millers’s Secret

Billy Budd, 13 min., All ages

The old miller refuses to abandon his wind-mill when the steam driven mills take over the job of grinding the wheat. His secret is one we all can share. Animated.

V 46 Option for the Poor-The Southern Hearings: A response to the Bishop’s Economic Pastoral, 45 min., Adult

People from Rock Hill, S.C., Birmingham, AL, Raleigh, NC, Norton VA and Hazard, KY giving testimony about the effect of nation’s economy on their lives.

V 47 Our Catholic Faith (Fr. Ken Roberts)

Pax Tapes, Inc., 20 min. ea., 4 tapes, Adult

Our Catholic Faith is an ideal teaching tool for pastoral work in convert classes, parish schools of religion, discussion groups, bible study groups, high schools and for anyone who wants to know more about the Catholic Faith. Fr. Roberts teaches each lesson in a clear, direct manner that appeals to all ages.

V 48 Our Friends on Wooster Square

Teleketics (Series 1), 15 min. ea., Preschool-grade 3

V 48.1 Teaches the basic religious values of love, trust, faith and Jesus as friend and brother, by introducing works and faith concepts that become the foundation for later religious instruction. Basic concepts of love of God and sharing is presented in Volume 1.

Segment 1. Love of God 
Segment 2. Feelings
Segment 3. Share
 Segment 4. Joy

V 48.2 Volume II - A progression from basic concepts of Love of God (Volume I) to the more intense situations of being special and love of neighbor.

Segment 1. Special 
Segment 2. Give 
Segment 3. Honest
Segment 4. Love Your Neighbor

V 48.3 Volume III - Follows the same format as Volume I and II, but deals with the more abstract ideas of peace and faith.

Segment 1. Friends
Segment 2. Help 
Segment 3. Peace
 Segment 4. Faith

V 48.4 Volume IV - Series II - 30 min. ea.

Segment 1. Being Spiteful Is a No-no

Segment 2. Loving You is a Promise

Segment 3. Say You’re Sorry When You’re Wrong

Segment 4. The Importance of Saying Thank-You

Segment 1. Making Fun of Others Isn’t Fun at All

Segment 2. Love a Special Gift

Segment 3. Grownups Can Be Friends Too

Segment 4. Imagination

Segment 1. The Love In My Heart

Segment 2. It’s Okay to Cry

Segment 3. Jealousy Is No Fun

Segment 4. Finders Keepers, Losers Weepers

V 49 Our Friends on Wooster Square

Franciscan Communications (each volume - 30 min.), Primary

Series III

V 49.1 Please Don’t Tease V 49.3 A Pat on the Back

Zip Your Lip Don’t Be Selfish

Like Who You Are Rattle Tattle Tail

V 49.2 The Kid Inside of You V 49.4 Gertie, The Hungry Goldfish

Hurt Feelings I Think I’m Dumb

A Present for Gramps Don’t Be Selfish

The Flower that Cried

V 50 Preparing for Christmas

Franciscan Communications, All ages

An Advent program for the family. Features four themes for the weeks of Advent:

II

Franciscan Communications, 56 min., Adult

This video features a charming series of four separate programs; each one developing a special aspect of God’s promise to send us a Savior and of the wonder of Jesus’ coming. Through music and drama and narrative, Father Anthony Scannell draws adults and children into the experience of hope and joy that mark the Advent season and the glory of Christmas.

V 52 RCIA: The Journey Through Easter

W.C. Brown/Roa Media, 30 min. Adult

This video introduces the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults by sharing stories of actual catechumens, in the context of the Easter Vigil.

V 53 Society, Values and Teen Pregnancy

Wm. C. Brown, 20 min., JH-HS

Teen pregnancy and teen sex are major concerns among parents and other adults today. This video presents current statistics. The efforts, especially by sex-educators, to help meet these concerns are outlined, and the disappointing results are noted.

V 54 Song of Life: The Link Between War and Abortion

Catholic Communications, 30 min. Adult

The link between abortion and nuclear war as issues in the Pro-life movement is made by Bishop Coctello of Syracuse who urges a wholistic approach to being pro-life as presented in Joseph Cardinal Bernardin’s consistent life ethic. The Bishops’ Peace Pastoral and Economic Pastoral are both related to this link. Two other speakers present their "Songs of Life" in the video, on a biblical scholar, the other a pro-life activist. The tape was made during a National Gathering of Pro-Lifers in the Diocese of Syracuse in 1985.

V 55 Three Questions

Billy Budd Films, approx. 20 min., All ages .

A short story about a king who wants to rule wisely. His jester suggests he visits a hermit who helps the king to find answers to his question.

V 56 To Try Again...And Succeed

Bosustow Productions, 8 min. JH-Adult

In this parable for present times, a little eagle fears to fly, but yearns to soar. With the help of one who cares, the eaglet tries, and finally succeeds. Use with catechists, teachers, parents...any group interested in sharing their own faith or values.

V 57 Twelve Months, The

Billy Budd Films, 13 min. All ages

This is a Czech folk-tale reminding us that sharing is always in season. Animated.

V 58 Valuing Values (Reverence for Life and Family II)

Wm. C. Brown, 30 min. ea., 3 videos, HS

A family life curriculum for young teens and their parents that presents basic information and promotes the sharing of beliefs and values between parents and their children. This video deals with sexuality in the context of values, relationships, and decision making in the Catholic tradition.

Lesson 1. Self-esteem

Lesson 2. Nine Basic Values

Lesson 3. Physical and Emotional Changes in puberty, human reproduction

Lesson 4. Sexual Attraction, Homosexuality

Lesson 5. Male/Female Roles and Expectations, Sexism, Stereotyping

Lesson 6. Decision Making

Lesson 7. Dating, Criteria and Guidelines

Lesson 8. Saying No, Positive Peer Pressure

Lesson 9. Pregnancy and the Birth Process

Lesson 10. Choice and Chastity

Lesson 11. Teen Pregnancy and Parenting

Lesson 12. Choices Facing Pregnant Teens

Lesson 13. Sexually Transmitted Diseases

Lesson 14. Good, Bad, and Confusing Touch; Sexual Abuse

Lesson 15. Values Review

V 59 A Child’s First Communion

Liguori, 20 min. GS

This video gives children a deeper understanding and appreciation of Jesus in the Eucharist. Adam, a second grade First Communion candidate, is confused about what it means for Jesus to be "The Bread of Life." Father Joe Kempf, using simple analogies, explanations, and Adam’s own imagination, responds to his questions in a way that is easily grasped by all who view this tape.

V 60 A Child’s First Penance

Liguori, 20 min. GS

Set a positive tone for First Penance classes with this uplifting look at the Sacrament. Join Father Joe Kempf and a class of second graders as they learn about God’s love for us--and how the Rite of Reconciliation is a very good way to show God that we love Him, too. This video offers a sound well-rounded presentation that will help children understand the basic concepts of sin and forgiveness, realize the importance of the Sacrament of their lives, and view Penance as a positive experience. The video also includes helpful instruction on how to participate in the Rite of Reconciliation.

V 61 Aids: Can I Get It?

Light Video, 30 min., HS-Adult

Through a series of interviews with top medical experts, Friends With Aids (FWA’s), and people on the street, this video gives you a better understanding of AIDS. Dr. Anthony Fauci, who heads up AIDS research at the National Institute of Health, answers many of your questions, among them:

* Can I get AIDS from drinking glasses?

* What about dining out?

*Does the virus live in swimming pools?

*Is it safe to share a razor?

V 62 Between the Times: The Catholic Bishops and the U.S. Economy

Ethnic Comm./Outlet/Chicago, 67 min. Adult

This video program is a musical theater presentation of the major themes of the U.S. Catholic Bishops’ 1986 Pastoral Letter on Catholic Social Teaching and the U.S. Economy. The show draws heavily on the actual text of the Pastoral, often quoting it verbatim. The show also incorporates actual stories told by American Catholics at hearings conducted by the bishops in preparation for their Pastoral on the economy. In sum, the video isn’t saying anything different from the Pastoral itself.

V 63 Catholic Church in the Real World: The Synod on the Laity

28 min., Adult

Catholic Commun. Campaign & Archdiocese of Portland, Oregon

The program examines the 1987 Synod of Bishops on the Role of the Laity in the Church and in the World. Comparisons are made between the expectations and experiences of United States Catholics and Catholics from other countries of the world, especially those from developing nations. Interviews are included with representatives of the Curia as well as national representatives and laity gathered at the Synod in Rome.

V 64 Catholic Community Experience in Aging

Third Age Center, 1998, Adult

A teleconference on the aging and parish outreach to them. Each tape contains four segments. The teleconference is divided into four main topics: It’s never been this Way Before; Parish and Service; Spirituality and Pastoral Care; Rights and Responsibilities. Excellent resource for parish groups organizing to address the needs of their aging parishioners.

V 65 Catholic Education: Gift to the Church: Gift to the Nation

NCEA, 29 min. Adult

This video is an overview of the Pope’s visit to New Orleans talking to Educators.

V 66 Celebrating Our Call

Frank Frost Productions/Archdiocese of San Francisco 30 min., J.H. - Adult

Through the sacrament of baptism, all people receive a vocation or call. All receive the call to holiness and to service--to proclaim the Good News of Jesus Christ. This call or vocation can be lived out in various ways or lifestyles.

The purpose of this video was to present a picture of religious life in the United States to Pope John Paul II during his visit to this country in September of 1987.

The video presents a wide variety of women and men who have committed themselves to live religious life. They share their reflections on the value of religious life today, community life, ministry, prayer, collaboration and the future of religious life.

V 67 Creative Catechetics - Storytelling

Diocese of Dallas, TX , 30 min., Adult

The first in a series on Creative Catechetics being developed by the Diocese of Dallas, Texas, this program looks at the storytelling process, coupling this examination with live examples of storytellers at work.

Mary Edmund first leads the viewer through a thorough exploration of the effective use of storytelling in catechesis, then helps you examine the use of dramatization, character portrayal and role-playing in catechesis.

This is a helpful, practical program, perfect for training new catechists, as well as enriching and enhancing the skills of more experienced catechists.

V 68 Don Kimball and Friends

Tabor Publishing, 30 min. ea. JH-HS

Father Don Kimball, the "disc jockey priest," has a unique gift for communicating with today’s youth. Not only does he produce a syndicated radio music and talk show and publish a newsletter on contemporary music, he travels the country working directly with teens.

Friendship is a central concern of young people, and in this provocative program, teenagers discuss communication and friendship, what friendship is, the qualities that promote friendship, the roles of trust and confidentiality, the need for similar values, making and keeping good friends, and the pain of friendships that end.

In this program teenagers share their ideas about talking and listening to God, the importance of prayer, and the role of religion in their lives.

This program helps young people talk about some of the most sensitive issues in their lives. By discussing how they would change their parents, how they think their parents would change them, and the dynamics of family relationships, teenagers paint revealing portraits of themselves and their families.

Most teens love parties but are not necessarily equipped to deal with the problems that parties can create. In this program young people discuss the social and emotional difficulties of parties and learn how to cope responsibly with the pressures that parties can create.

V 69 Dying to Be Heard...Is Anybody Listening? J.H. - Adult

Ivanhoe Communications, Inc., 30 min. , JH-Adult

"Dying to Be Heard" increases awareness of the rapid rise in teenage suicides and tells viewers how to spot and help troubled teenagers.

V 70 God Bless the Child

GS-Adult

This video is about a single parent who experiences hard times and ends up on the streets with her seven-year-old daughter.

V 71 Harvest of Hunger

Oxfam America, 20 min. Adult

Harvest and Hunger is an unusual and interesting video about eh underlying causes of hunger in the Third World. This video combines music and a creative format with interviews with people who have direct experience in the areas of the world it covers.

V 72 Image of Women in Advertising

30 min., Adult

This video discusses the ideal of self-esteem as it relates to what culture tells us about ourselves. Geared toward women but does talk about men’s roles.

Teleketics, Adult

This video is hosted by Father Anthony Scannell, Capuchin, JOURNEY TO EASTER will make Lent a family faith experience in the very place where faith should be nurtured...the home. Guided by Fr. Tony you will experience Lent as a time of reconciliation when like the father of the Prodigal Son, God receives us with open arms...as a time of renewal when we strive to be again all that God wants us to be...as a time to remember Jesus’ great love for us in laying down his life...and finally as a time to prepare for the eternal promise and joyful hope of Easter.

Week One: A Journey Apart (15 min.)

Finding our way back to God and keeping in touch with God through prayer.

Week Two: A Change of Heart (10 min.)

Looking at how God is present in our lives.

Week Three: Who Are You? (14 min.)

Looking at how God is present in our lives.

Week Four: Lost and Found (12 min.)

Remembering God’s unconditional love for us.

Week Five: The Servant Comes (11 min.)

Treasuring Jesus’ message and his gift of himself at the Last Supper.

Week Six: The Way of the Cross (14 min.)

Recalling Jesus’ suffering and death.

Easter: The Light of the World (14 min.)

Rejoicing in the promise of eternal life.

Adult

This video tape highlights some major events of the Kentucky Rural Women’s Conference held at Western Kentucky University in November of 1987. The tape includes presentations by Sr. Cheryl Clemons who spoke on a theology of the land; Lynn Haydes, who addresses the legal problems facing farmers; Judy Hefferman, a rural sociologist; and Helen Waller, who reports on the lobbying efforts for farmers.

V 75 Lent A Time of Renewal

Franciscan Comm., 105 min., Adult

This 7-part program focused on the Sunday gospels of Lent, will lead you to discover for yourself what your Baptismal Commitment really means. Using true stories, drama, music and visual meditations, Father Anthony Scannell opens up for you the themes of Lent: such as facing temptation, and recognizing Jesus as "living water," "light of the world," and "Resurrection and life."

V 76 Listen...to the Butterfly

Shepherd & Associates, 25 min. 

JH-Adult

This presentation really communicates the beauty, the warmth, the love God has for us. "It’s central theme is trust...letting go. God has used it in individual lives at various stages....from the "letting go" in the initial commitment to Christ, to trusting God with situations which Christians try to "work out" for themselves. People of every age seem to be able to quickly identify which stage they’re in.

V 77 Mary, Our Friend

Wm C. Brown Co./Roa Media, 15 min., K-GS

This video is designed to help children better understand why Catholics have respect and honor for Mary. It also helps young viewers to explore the meaning of Mary in their own lives and Mary as a model for Christian faith. The program presents five different themes on Mary so that children will see Mary from several different perspectives. The five themes are:

(1) Mary Listens (4) Mary Follows

(2) Mary Shares (5) Mary Cares

(3) Mary, the Mother of Jesus

V 78 Heart Has Its Reasons

Journey Communications, 57 min. Adult

A video-documentary about Jean Vanier and the l’Arche community for men and women with mental handicaps.

V 79 Persons, Places, and Practices in the Catholic Church

Liguori Publications, 20 min. Adult

This video is a live-action visual dictionary of many of the "externals" that inquirers and catechumens find unfamiliar and intriguing about the Catholic Church. During this visual tour viewers will become acquainted with the most common Persons...from the Pope to the laity, Places...from the Vatican to the parish sacristy, and Practices...from baptism to burial. An excellent way to help newcomers feel "at home" in the Church.

V 80 Phos

Teleketics, 17 min. I-Adult

Filmed on location in Greece, this story intertwines the customs and life-style of a Greek village preparing for the Easter celebration, with the private, unspoken anxieties and problems of a fatherless boy. Looked down upon by his more fortunate peers, he makes a special effort, and succeeds in being the first to get the "light" in the traditional Easter Vigil ceremony. Afterward, he is pursued by the envious boys, but manages, after a suspenseful, nighttime chase, to bring the new light home so his mother can relight the lamps with the new fire.

V 81 Potter, The

Shepherd & Associates, 28 min. HS-Adult

The music, the narration, the visuals display the redemptive process as we experience it. The Potter illustrates the life, death, resurrection and abiding presence of Jesus.

As you watch the Master Potter take a broken, previously used, somewhat bowl-shaped piece of dry clay and form it into a usable, beautiful vessel, you’ll see the depth of the parable of the potter and the clay. You may recognize the breaking process, the wedging, the "on-the-wheel" experiences of your life...the fire, the glaze, or the second fire...but "through it all" you’ll see the purposeful, creative hand of the Master Potter.

V 82 Project Equality: Making the Dream Come True

Project Equality, Inc., 20 min. Adult

This videotape looks at the issues of equal employment opportunity and affirmative action and how Project Equality assists religious and other non-profit organizations to address these issues.

I. The Witness of Stewardship

How does your spending of money bear witness to what you treasure?

II. Why Equal Employment-Opportunity is Important

How would you define equal opportunity in the workplace?

III. What Employers Can Do

What kind of help does your business, congregation, or church organization need?

IV. What Next?

Suggestions for action and further education about equal opportunity and Project Equality as a resource to address these issues.

V 83 Schools, Clinics and Contraceptives

• Daughters of St. Paul, 30 min., HS

• Throughout the country, growing concern for the rise in adolescent drug and alcohol abuse, suicide and increasing teenage pregnancies have promoted school officials to establish school-based clinics.
• Some community leaders have voiced strong opposition to these clinics. Claiming that the underlying problems are moral issues which require a values-oriented approach. Join these opposition leaders as they discuss their position with Andira Hall.

V 84 The Teaching Church I

Catholic Extension Society, 29 min., Adult

This video is on the Economic Pastoral after the 1984 first draft.

Catholic Extension Society, 29 min., Adult

A revision of the first draft of the Economic Pastoral.

V 86 Vine and the Branches, The

Shepherd and Associates, 30 min. HS-Adult

With only moments left...in fact, most probably on the way to the garden...Jesus talked to His disciples about their relationship to Him by pointing to the grapevines.

Most of us don’t grow up around vineyards, so we may miss the depth of the analogy. Through the music, the narration, the visuals...this video creatively communicates this message. Written as an allegory you’ll surely identify with the branches who want to go off in many directions. Hopefully, you’ll come to a new understanding of what it means to "abide in the vine"! You may even come to see new purpose in pruning. This is a show on comfort, obedience, abiding, belonging, on intimacy...with the Vine and with the Keeper!

V 87 Voices of American Catholics: Preparing for the Synod on the Laity

28 min., Adult

Catholic Commun. Campaign & Archdiocese of Portland, Oregon

This video focuses on the preparations for the Synod in the United States.

V 88 A Tribute to Tim

Ikonographics, 12 min. HS

This video presents a dramatic situation to help teenagers gain understanding about teenage suicide. Viewers are given practical knowledge on how to cope with feelings which may lead to ideas of suicide. The program also shows one how to react to someone who says he or she may be thinking of suicide. This program educates as it entertains, but most importantly it offers skills to people for dealing effectively with the problems of teenage suicide.

V 89 Aids: What Can We Do To Help

ACTA, 120 min. Adult

This videotape is an innovative vehicle for helping the staffs of Catholic parishes, schools and other institutions learn the basic facts about the medical, psychological and pastoral issues involved in the AIDS crisis and to plan their responses.

V 90 All Together

Sheed & Ward, 15 min. GS

Using the fast-paced, entertaining format of a feature news program, this video features three children/"reporters" investigating God’s call to reconciliation and forgiveness, particularly in the Sacrament of Reconciliation. Includes a step-by-step explanation of the ritual of the Sacrament of Reconciliation.

V 91 Baptism, Sacrament of Belonging

Franciscan Communications, 15 min. All ages

The true story of a scarred and orphaned Mexican boy who finds a home and a family. His story leads to an exploration of Baptism as the sacrament of welcome into God’s family and a sign of our being called from the alienation of sin to oneness in God and each other.

V 92 Barrington Bunny

Ecu-Film, 8 min., All ages

Poor Barrington is a lonely rabbit. He wants to share Christmas with a family of squirrels, but he can’t climb the tree. He can’t join the beavers, because he can’t swim. All Barrington can do is hop and be furry, which doesn’t get him into anyone’s Christmas party! Feeling lonely and dejected, Barrington meets a mysterious silver wolf who teaches him about his uniqueness and self-worth. Feeling a renewed kinship with the rest of the evening finding them helpful gifts and saving the life of a tiny field mouse frozen in a winter storm.

V 93 Building Partnerships: An Experience of Faith

Campaign for Human Development, 14 min., HS-Adult

This video portrays the work of the Campaign for Human Development through the lived experiences of persons involved in organized efforts of social change. The key themes are: self-help, cooperation, self-determination, traditional values, empowerment, participation, charity and social justice, faith in action, biblical roots of justice/option for the poor.

V 94 Butterflies

Liturgical Press, 14 min. GS-Adult

Using a butterfly as a symbol of metamorphosis and growth, this program treats development and change as natural, desirable elements in life, and self-esteem, especially in children, as necessary to a Christian life.

V 95 Catholic Education Futures Project

V 95.1 Part 1. Catholic Education Futures Project - 15 min ,Adult

This video served to open the symposium on the Future of Catholic Education held at the University of Dayton, May 19-26, 1988.

V 95.2 Part 2. Catholic Education Future Project - 30 min., Adult

This video includes the participants at the symposium. It will cover the what, the why, the how and the wherefore of the Catholic Education Futures Project.

Teleketics, JH - Adult

This video series explains the history and development of the sacraments. Using whimsical cartoons and humorous art to put change into perspective, this video helps Christians learn to live comfortably with the ongoing changes which are part of the Christian experience.

Sinner Sam - 7 min. Worshiping Wilma - 13 min.

Clerical Clarence - 14 min. Ailing Annie - 20 min.

Marrying Melvin - 44 min.

V 97 Children of God

Treehaus Comm., GS

Help your children appreciate the Bible. Develop in them a biblical sense of God as Creator. Jesus as the way to love, and the Holy Spirit as the source of God’s life.

V 97.1 Grades 1-3 1. God With Us Everywhere (6 min.)

2. We Are God’s Helpers (7 min.)

3. Jesus Teaches Us to Love (6 min.)

4. We Are God’s Children (5 min.)

V 97.2 Grades 4-6 5. God Speaks to Us (8 min.)

6. Why Choose God’s Way (7 min.)

7. Jesus Shares His Vision (6 min.)

8. Jesus Sends His Spirit (6 min.)

V 98 Children of Praise

Treehaus Comm., GS

Help your children appreciate the riches of sacramental life and of celebrating the Church Year as you prepare them for the sacraments. Develop in all your children Jesus’ spirit of praise--the foundation for participating and growing in our Christian sacramental life.

1. God’s World (5 min.)

2. God’s Life In Us (4 min.)

3. In Memory of Jesus (5 min.)

4. God’s Peace (5 min.)

V 98.2 Grades 4-6 1. Part 1: Feasts and Seasons (7 min.)

2. Part 2. Part 2: Life in Christ (7 min.)

3. We Celebrate Serving (7 min.)

4. We Celebrate Healing (6 min.)

V 99 Christmas Is

Family Films, 20 min. All ages

Can the events of Christmas cause us to lose sight of its real purpose? For Benji, the season brings disappointment when he finds that he’s to play second shepherd in the school play--again. However, his disappointment turns to joy when a daydream transports him and his lovable pooch, Waldo, back to the very first Christmas. When they join the real second shepherd in the stable with the Christ child, Benji rediscovers the true meaning of Christmas. An animated classic!

V 100 Cipher in the Snow

Britannica, 21 min., All ages

An award-winning true story of a little boy no one thought was important until his sudden death. It is a film to motivate concern, the worth of each individual, and the need to see each individual as a child of God.

V 101 City that Forgot About Christmas, The

Family Films, 20 min., All ages

An animated story that teaches children about the joy of Jesus brings to our lives and how unhappy we would be without Him. Benji’s grandfather shares with him the story of an elderly woodcarver who lived in a small village. It seems the whole village had forgotten about Jesus and Christmas, except the woodcarver. When he teaches the town’s children about Jesus, he helps change the unloving and uncaring village into one filled with the love and joy of Jesus.

V 102 Confirmation: Faith Alive

Twenty-Third Publications, 14 min. JH-Adult

The video covers one of the most important aspects of the Sacrament of Confirmation: the gospel challenge to live as Jesus did. Young people are encouraged to recall the commitment made for them at baptism and to see Confirmation as a movement that celebrates the fullness of that commitment.

V 103 Creative Catechetics: Praying

Sheed & Ward, 30 min., Adult

This program focuses on the uses of prayer in the religion classroom, exploring the various kinds of prayer and using a variety of styles of prayer in catechetical situations.

V 104 Developing Lector Skills

Paulist Press, Adult

Assesses the critical role of the lector, shows common errors a lector might make, depicts model lectors, and concludes with twenty-five of the most commonly mispronounced words.

V 105 Don’t You Love Me?

Brown/Roa, 20 min. HS

This is a program about sexual intimacy.

V 106 F.I.R.E. - An Introduction for Leaders

Sheed & Ward, Adult

F.I.R.E. (Family-Centered Intergenerational Religious Education enables the family to fulfill its task as primary educator, covering, in a four-year cycle, the main truths of the faith enumerated in the National Catechetical Directory.

V 107 Fire in the Pews

Oblate Media & Communication Corp., 29 min. Adult

This video shows the impact of African-American culture on the Roman Catholic Church in the U.S. Shot on location all over American, it sees the spirit and commitment of Black Catholics as they influence the Church against a wide backdrop of political and cultural conditions.

V 108 For All the People

USCC, 26 min. Adult

This video is about people as they act in and are acted upon by the economy. It is designed for small group discussion.

V 109 Free to Be Me (3 videos)

Tabor, HS - Adult

This comprehensive video program is specifically designed to help youth and adults develop positive attitudes about themselves, other people, the world, and God.

V 109.1 My Vision of Reality

How My Vision is Shaped

Jesus’ Vision, Our Vision

V 109.2 My Vision of Self

Why Do I tell You Who I Am?

My Worth in God’s Eyes

V 109.3 My Vision of Others

The Secret of Love

My Vision of God

V 110 Gerbert

HSH Educational Media, 30 min. ea., P

Gerbert was created to teach and entertain. He helps kids apply simple truths from God’s word to a variety of real-life situations. Children will learn to explore their minds, their feelings and the world around them as Gerbert makes his way into their hearts.

Everyone experiences sadness and loneliness. Believing his friends have forgotten his birthday, Gerbert is tempted to self-pity. Children will learn from several Bible stories that David, King Jehoshaphat, and others had to wrestle with these same feelings. In the end, Gerbert is surprised, and also learns a deeper meaning of God’s command to "love our neighbor as yourself."

In this video Gerbert begins to understand that we are created to do good works for God’s glory. Kids learn that doing a good work of someone is like giving them a beautiful gift. Doing good, through, doesn’t prevent mistakes, as Gerbert discovers when he loses a gift from his good friend Miles, learning the importance of logical thinking, he retraces his steps. Through the pain of loss, Gerbert reminds us of Jesus the Good Shepherd who seeks every lost sheep.

All of us one time or another have gotten our hopes up for something good to happen, only to be bitterly disappointed. Gerbert is eagerly anticipating a new pet kitten, but is surprised at the outcome. Children experience Gerbert’s sadness and disappointment, but learn that God’s love is constant despite circumstances. Gerbert learns that even in failure that God’s love and acceptance cannot be overcome.

Did you ever get so frustrated that you wanted to quit? Gerbert learns the value of perseverance and experiences the joy of achievement. Good friends are a source of joy, too, and through Gerbert’s telling the story of the Good Samaritan, children are reminded that true love doesn’t have narrow limits.

In this video Gerbert learns the painfulness of deception. He first encounters the deceptiveness of riches, and then the Bible story of Samson teaches that sometimes people, even our friends, can be deceptive too. Gerbert grows through this lesson and joyfully discovers that our heavenly Father never deceives us, and realizes our true treasure is in the Lord.

Children easily believe creation marvelously displays the grandeur and beauty of God. Here Gerbert reads the story of creation and man’s fall. Then Gerbert gets invited to participate in his friends Miles’ wedding, but gets confused and afraid. In the process he learns, like Adam at the fall, that fear causes us to hide. But then, as now God’s love actively reaches to us all.

Children learn to bring God into their lives through exploring their minds and feelings. In this first video, Gerbert helps children grow in appreciation of obedience.

V 110.8 Little Ones to Him Belong

Gerbert shows children that God cares for all of His children...no matter how big or small.

Gerbert learns that bad thoughts can make us feel terrible about ourselves. Children learn that everyone has those feelings at times and that God knows all our thoughts and loves us anyway.

Gerbert is sad when his best friend is going to move. Children learn it is all right to cry and that sadness is passing. They also learn that Jesus is always their friend, forever present.

Gerbert ignores safety rules given by his father when riding his scooter. He does it his way. Children learn to appreciate rules and Jesus’ commands as being for their good.

Gerbert becomes overwhelmed by his feelings of anger. By learning to turn his feelings over to God by forgiving, he helps children learn self-control, to not place blame prematurely, and to forgive.

This tape is a special resource for leaders by giving quick access to the bible stories and songs used in the previous six episodes.

The theme of this video is loyalty conflicts (children caught in the middle of family separations).

The theme of this video is on Peer Pressure.

The theme for this video is adoption.

The theme for this video is adoption.

The theme for this video is wrongfully blamed.

The theme for this video is integrity.

This video contains 12 live action music videos.

V 110.23 Gerbert’s All-Time Favorites

V 111 God’s Game Plan: A contemporary Look at the Ten Commandments

Liguori, 42 min., JH

The Ten Commandments--What are they? Can they be meaningful guidelines in the lives of today’s teenagers? Mauri asks these questions of her soccer coach, Father Joe. Father Joe helps her to realize that these rules have a lot to say about her life today, as they have in the lives of God’s people in al ages. This tape addresses each commandment (commandments 6 & 9 and 7 & 10 are combined) in individual vignettes. The vignettes can be viewed separately or together. Each segment dramatized the real concerns of teenagers and shows them how the commandments can help them make good choices.

V 112 God’s Grandeur

Franciscan Communications, 4 min. HS-Adult

This visual interpretation of Gerard Manley Hopkins’ poem about the presence of the spirit in creation, is narrated as the camera leads us to contemplate what unfolds before our eyes.

V 113 Great Chastity Experiment, The

Paulist Productions, 23 min.., HS

The importance and free reign of sex today seems to be the norm for so many. Anyone opting for a more conventional relationship, and those interested in this need more than sex to attain it. Knowledge and understanding and love are also necessary components for any relationship to last.

V 114 In God’s Image - Male and Female

Franciscan Communications, JH

This video presents a Catholic perspective on human sexuality in a comprehensive examination of the beauty, sacredness and power of human sexuality. Mrs. Patricia Miller, teacher, wife, and mother, brings many years of expertise as a teacher and trainer to the program. It is a program that focuses clearly on the basic psychological tenets of self image and process. It emphasizes the Catholic teachings of self worth and respect for the marvelous gifts of God to his masterpieces. Mrs. Miller’s love of children is evident in her presence and her process. This program is a response to the many questions and needs expressed by her students over the years, and can be adapted for use with students from fifth through ninth grades. In a very personable and direct way Mrs. Miller addressed in each video program a concern that is part of the overall development of human sexuality. She involves the students in evaluation and decision making in the formation of their personal Catholic perspective. Conscious of the power of peer pressure, the constantly affirms the majesty and mystery of God’s design for each individual.

V 114.1 1. Introduction (10 min.)

2. Sexuality: Something Special (25 min.)

3. God Doesn’t Make Junk (16 min.)

4. The Fabulous Female (16 min.)

5. The Marvelous Male (14 min.)

6. What’s Going On? (14 min.)

V 114.2 7. Getting Help (22 min.)

8. We’re Not Sex Objects (14 min.)

9. Dating Decisions (14 min.)

10. Guy Talk - Girl Talk (18 min.)

11. Sexuality - A Powerful Drive (13 min.)

12. It’s OK to Say No (15 min.)

V 114.3 13. Teens, Babies and Marriage (17 min.)

14. Being Aware (16 min.)

15. Consequences (22 min.)

16. Homosexuality - The Christian Attitude (11 min.)

17. Birth Control/Self Control (9 min.)

18. Abortion: A Serious Issue (17 min.)

19. Your Right to Respect (8 min.)

20. The Miracle of Birth (17 min.)

21. Challenges of the Future (9 min.)

V 115 Jesus As I Know Him

Tabor, 9 20 min. Segments, 3 videos, Adult

John Powell share his feelings about Jesus and what he means in Fr. Powell’s everyday life.

V 115.1 Who Is Jesus

Believing in Miracles

Saying "Yes" to Faith

V 115.2 Thank God For Christmas

Kindness, Encouragement, and Challenge

Twelve Klutzy Guys

V 115.3 Attitudes: The Control Center of Life

What Does Jesus Think of a Sinner

Save Your Heart for Love

V 116 Learning to Teach Sunday School

Concordia, Adult

This video program presents the guidance teachers need--an ideal confidence builder for "the new kid on the block" as well as a refresher course for the seasoned veteran. As participants watch the video, they see teachers interact with students in positive ways, prevent problems in class, and use visual devices to get students involved.

V 117 Living Eucharist J.H. - A

Franciscan Communications, 10 min., JH - Adult

Brief, direct, visually appealing and aimed at the heart, this Eucharist film uses the celebration of Sunday Mass in a typical parish as its framework. Three simple moving stories reveal the Lord’s presence "in the breaking of the bread."

V 118 Love and Life

Ignatius Press., H.S.

Love and Life is a positive, life-affirming presentation of God’s plan for life and love. It si a proven and practical program for teaching chastity to teens. It shows how we learn to live and love according to God’s two greatest commandments and the beatitudes, which are nurtured in us through our lives in Jesus Christ and which are revealed to us through the love and guidance of the Holy Spirit.

V 119 Marriage Challenge Series

Liguori, 25 min. ea., HS - Adult

How do three couples’ views on these vital aspects of marriage live up to the Gospel message? What can the Good News teach couples about good marriages in the 1980's?

In each tape the audience is introduced to a real-life couple whose experiences become the basis for an enlightening look at the Christian perspectives to marriage--and a challenge by Fr. Gallagher for all married couples to find deeper meaning in marriage and life by truly living the Gospel message.

V 120 Married and Enjoying It

Liguori, 25 min. HS- Adult

In this video, Chuck Neff, a former PM Magazine host and newsman, and his wife, Judy, talk candidly about their 15-year marriage, the triumphs and trials, good times and bad, and how they’ve kept their love alive. This thought-provoking, sensitive film shares a vision of marriage that is promising and still realistic. It gives any couple an insightful look at what marriage as a vocation really means.

V 121 Mission to Love

Franciscan Communications, 24 min. JH - Adult

The growth of Jay Todd from an idealistic, adventurous young man to a person of mature responsibility and love, parallels in many ways the personal growth and Christian commitment to which we are called in Confirmation.

V 122 My Father’s House

Franciscan Communications, 10 min., All ages

This film for young children and/or their parents follows a seven year old girl as she explores her parish church as God’s house and sees in her mind’s eye all that she has been told about the celebration of the Liturgy.

V 123 Nativity, The

Hanna-Barbera Prod., 30 min., All ages

The miracle of Jesus’ birth comes vividly to life in the newest of Hanna-Barbera’s video Bible stories. Travel with Mary and Joseph to Bethlehem, meet the Magi and the shepherds, experience the evil of Herod. The story of the first Christmas as it has never been told!

V 124 Our Child’s Baptism

Veritas Video Productions, 44 min., Adult

This is a practical and pastoral video. It will be used to a great advantage in the preparation of parents and Godparents for the administration of the Sacrament of Baptism.

The part played by priests, parents, Godparents and the local parish community in the sacrament is explained in a visually exciting way. The video is divided into well-defined sections that go to make up a parish community in the sacrament is explained in a visually exciting way. The video is divided into well-defined sections that go to make up a parish program for the preparation of Baptism.

V 125 Pardon and Peace - Sacrament of Reconciliation J.H. - A

Franciscan Communications, 11 min., JH - Adult

Pardon and Peace is the story of David, a young teenage runaway whose experience of pain and broken-ness makes him long for the lights of home. Simple, moving, eloquent, Pardon and Peace echoes human stories of separation and reconciliation as old as the Prodigal Son, and as contemporary as today’s headlines.

V 126 Penance: Sacrament of Peace

Twenty-Third Publications, 18 min., JH - HS

This important sacrament education program puts reconciliation and penance into perspective for today’s often-alienated adults. Many Catholics feel the need to find inner peace through reconciliation.

V 127 Quigley’s Village

Dallas Christian Video, 30 min., Ages 3-9

These videos teach children biblical values through the adventures of lovable puppet friends. Filled with stories, songs, humor and fun, this captivating new series combines the very best in entertainment with important lessons on values to help children learn and grow.

V 127.7 Fun Aerobics for Kids! - (an exercise program)

V 128 R.C.I.A. Journey of Faith

Sheed & Ward, 19 min., Adult

A beautiful video explanation of the RCIA process from beginning to end--precatechumenate to initiation sacraments and mystagogia. Actual participants--priests, catechists, RCIA directors, sponsors and catechumens--explain what the RCIA is and what it has meant to them and to the life of the Church.

V 129 R.C.I.A. Role of the Sponsor

Sheed & Ward, 28 min., Adult

A look at the role of the sponsor in the RCIA process as seen through the eyes of RCIA directors, pastors, candidates for baptism, and the sponsors themselves.

V 130 Sacred Heart Kids’ Club P - I

Tabor, 30 min. ea., P - I

These videos use puppets, music, dance, art, animation, skits and even pantomime to teach key religious themes through presentations that kids will both comprehend and enjoy.Series I

Series II

V 131 Sacred Heart Kids Club (Sacraments)

Creedence Cassettes, GS

V 132 Sacrament of Confirmation

The Christophers, 30 min. JH - Adult

The Sacrament of Confirmation is seen here as the sacrament of a personal responsibility. Christians see happiness as a byproduct of meaningful life--and a meaningful life is a life of service. As Jesus served, we serve others.

V 133 Shared Praxis Approach to Religious Education

Argus Communications, Adult

Enrich the catechetical experience by synthesizing elements of Scripture, doctrine, and Christian living. The complete set includes one videocassette with three 30-minute segments and a study guide for each segment.

V 134 Single Parenting

United Learning, 20 min., Adult

An excellent presentation for those who have just become or are about to become single parents. The tape defines "single parents. The tape defines "single parent" and recognizes stereotypes attached to single parents.

V 135 Social Volcano - A Compact Justice & Peace Program

Columbian Fathers, two 16-min. segments, Adult

The first segment Social Volcano vividly documents the background story and the impact of the sugar cane industry on the lives of the people of Negros. The second segment is titled Kibbutz on Tall Grass Mountain. This documentary film presents Columbian Father Niall O’Brien’s efforts to surface a justice response to the social evils that emerge in the Social Volcano story.

V 136 Songs of Christmas

Teleketics, 49 min., All ages

This fascinating video tells the stories behind some of our most popular Christmas carols. This is a perfect way for families to get into the Christmas spirit and to brush up on their Christmas caroling as they sing along with these popular and inspiring Christmas carols.

V 137 Survival Guide for Teenagers, The

Priority One, JH - HS

This is a very unique action packed video series. While there are many "celebrities" and "stars" involved in this series...the true "stars" of this program are the young people who share their real life stories. These painful stories of drug abuse, prostitution, stealing, and even suicide...will help keep teenagers from making the same drastic mistakes. In addition, this series will teach young people how to accomplish their goals for the future...and make their dreams come true! Teenagers will also learn to appreciate what they have as we take them on a trip into over 14 countries around the world...to see the big picture.

V 138 Surviving - A How to Series with Clayton Barbeau

Franciscan Communications, Adult

These videotapes provide a unique approach to emotional self-help. Each program features popular lecturer and author, Clayton Barbeau doing what he considers his most rewarding work: individual counseling with you, the viewer, benefiting from his advice and affirmation.

In this program, Clayton Barbeau helps us to come to terms with the signs of depression: from changes in eating and sleeping habits to inattentiveness, a sense of alienation and even thoughts of suicide. Then come the tactics of survival, all enriched by Mr. Barbeau’s use of personal stories and true-to-life examples.

In this program, Clayton examines loneliness as part of everyone’s life, especially in today’s competitive society. He then offers many concrete strategies to counteract those moments when we experience loneliness.

Clayton talks about the anger and pain that follow a broken relationship. He assures us that the feelings we experience at this time are natural. Broken hearts do mend and when they do, they are often more loving and compassionate.

Our ways of thinking, feeling, and being are constantly changing. Change can also be very threatening because of the fear of the unknown. Clayton guides us through the process of change and offers stories and strategies for healthy personal growth.

V 138.5 Surviving Anger: Yours and Others (32 min.)

We face anger from both ourselves and others. In this program Clayton talks about different causes of anger and the various guises that anger often takes. He goes on to show strategies for dealing with one’s own anger and the anger of others.

V 138.6 Surviving Difficult People (40 min.)

All of us are difficult for someone else to deal with at sometime or another. Just because someone behaves in a hurtful, obnoxious or difficult way toward us does not mean we have to respond in any particular fashion. Clayton examines how our response could be aiding and abetting the difficult person’s behavior.

We all experience grief in different ways: tears, loneliness, anger, denial. This program is not meant to "cheer-up" the viewer or offer an instant remedy for grief. Rather, Clayton helps the viewer understand the grieving process and gain some realization that the loss of a loved one can help make one’s commitment to life more meaningful.

V 138.8 Surviving Rejection and Failure (34 min.)

The fear of rejection, for most people, flows out of self-rejection. If we have a low opinion of ourselves and find it hard to accept ourselves, we will expect others to reject us. In this program, Clayton discusses the need to increase our awareness of strengths. The need to appreciate how successful we can be at being ourselves.

V 139 Table of the Lord, The

Ikonographics, 20 min. GS - Adult

Each program has a lively, dramatic situation followed by a Gospel story, an activity for home or school and an explanation of how giving, eating and celebrating are integrated into the Mass.

This video series prepares young students and their parents for the children’s first Eucharist.

V 140 Talents

Brown/Roa, 30 min., GS

Chris may not be able to sing and dance, but his "talent" saves the day for the talent show. The theme is talent and the values is personal worth through self acceptance.

Batesville Management Services, 12 min.

When a young boy’s best friend dies suddenly, he must find the courage to face his loss and the enormity of his grief. With insight, directness and understanding, this video tells how the boy moves from denial, anger and guilt to an acceptance of his friend’s death and the realization that life must go on even in the face of tragedy and sorrow.

V 142 Therese

Circle Releasing Corp., 90 min., Adult

Therese Martin, a fifteen-year old girl from provincial France, has an overwhelming desire to join two older sisters as a Carmelite nun. Both her aging father and the local priest try to discourage her, fearing she is too young to face the harsh realities of convent life. At her insistence, her father takes her to visit the Pope, who intercedes on her behalf, and she is "wedded to Christ." A few years later, she contracts tuberculosis; and battles with cheerful determination against the severe pain and the doubts that assail her faith. Therese Martin died in 1897. Characterized as the greatest saint of modern times by Pope Pius XI, she was canonized in 1925 and became known throughout the world as "The Little Flower of Jesus."

V 143 Tough Questions About Sex

Word LifeWare Video, HS

With television and rock music sending out a steady stream of "if-it-feels-good-do-it" messages, Christian teens today often find their commitment to Christ challenged and threatened--especially as they enter into dating relationships. With a personal style that is both hard-hitting and humorous, Dawson McAllister offers responsible guidelines for dating and explains how premarital sex diminishes one’s commitment to Christ. Teens won’t find here a "preachy" sermon, because Dawson McAllister speaks their language, demonstrating his special ability to communicate to young people the life-changing power of God’s Word.

V 144 Training Eucharistic Ministers

Tabor, 30 min., Adult

A comprehensive training program designed to explore the attitudes and hone the skills of Eucharistic ministers as they participate in this sacred service.

V 145 Understanding the Liturgy of the Mass

Liguori, 30 min. Adult

This video leads you step by step through the various parts of the Mass to help people have a better understanding of each part of the Liturgy--its background, value and meaning. It also helps people become more aware of their role in the Liturgy--and how they can make Mass a more positive, faith-affirming experience.

V 146 Way of the Cross, The

Treehaus Communications, 27 min., Adult

A reflective meditation on the Stations. Suitable for use during Lent.

V 147 We Are One Flock

Catholic Communication Campaign, 15 min. Adult

This video highlights the Pastoral Statement of the U.S. Catholic Bishops on Handicapped People, and focuses on the full participation of people with disabilities in the Church community. A video that is also close-captioned.

V 148 Welcome the Stranger

Family Films, 20 min., All ages

This Christmas story shares the Good News that we’re all welcome at the manger. You journey with two homeless children on their way to meet the newborn Savior. An old shepherd guides them to the manger, where they sing songs of welcome to the newborn "Stranger." Here, they find they’re no longer homeless; the old shepherd welcomes them into the family of God. Based on the carol, "What Child Is This?"

V 149 Welcome to the Christian Community

Twenty-Third Pub., 15 min. Adult

This program describes and explains the contemporary rite of baptism using language and symbols accessible to all. It will help parents, godparents, friends, and relatives to appreciate the depth of the baptismal ritual, as it stimulates confidence in their ability to impart Christian values to the new baptized.

V 150 What Happens Now

Ikonographics, Adult

A four-part videotape series on unwanted teenage pregnancy, giving birth and adoption.

Dramatizes the experiences of three families suddenly dealing with the reality of teen pregnancy. Follows a teenage girl through pregnancy and giving birth. Explore the difficulty of making the decision to place a baby up for adoption. Looks at adoption as a way of providing a stable, loving home for a child born to inexperienced, unmarried teenage parents.

V 151 What is the Love of God Like

Tabor Publishing, 30 min. Adult

Father Shea’s six stories make God’s love accessible to contemporary Christians.

V 152 Why Be A Catechist

Iknonographics, 15 min. Adult

This video is designed to help you recruit and motivate catechists for your parish program.

V 153 Widow’s Mite, The

Franciscan Communications, 26 min. Adult

The true experience of a young missionary in Hong Kong, who learns from an elderly convert the real meaning of evangelization. This videotape forms the basis for a practical discussion of the call to mission that is the vocation of every baptized person.

V 154 Aids Alert for Youth

Sunburst, 13 min., JH

Young people have been hearing a lot about AIDS lately, and also asking a lot of questions. Unfortunately, much of the information they are getting is difficult to understand and sometimes misleading. Using a question-and-answer format and anxiety-reducing cartoons, program not only provides students with medically correct facts about AIDS in language they can understand, but gives them the information they need to make good decisions and develop the good health habits that will prevent them from ever contracting AIDS.

V 155 Alcohol Addiction

Films for the Humanities, 28 min., JH- Adult

The program explores the nature of addiction by focusing on alcoholism studies at the Rutgers University Alcohol Research Lab, where experiments with rats show how alcohol consumption affects brain activity. Alcoholics Anonymous has demonstrated that group support can wean the drunkard from the bottle, but this does not provide a cure. Arresting the condition requires total abstinence--a realization share by Phoenix House, a drug abuse center. The conclusion is that addiction is a biochemical disease still best treated by behavioral means.

V 156 Almost Home - Living with Suffering and Dying

Liguori, 30 min., Adult

In this video, Sr. Thea Bowman, a nationally known black Catholic sister, will share her personal experiences of living with the sufferings and uncertainties of a terminal illness.

V 157 Becoming a Confirmation Sponsor

Paulist Press, 40 min., JH - Adult

This tape consists of three parts -- a dramatic enactment of a sponsor-candidate relationship --an inspiring presentation on the meaning of Confirmation and the role of the sponsor --Interviews with sponsors as they relate their frustrations and joys.

V 158 The Bet

Insights, 27 min., JH - Adult

Often in life, it takes a tragic event to make one realize who his true friends are, whether they be rich or poor, black or white, homeless or live in luxury. Survival on the streets is a way of life for thousands in every city. Understanding, concern, compassion are needed for them as well as for each of us. Discovering lessons such as this is part of maturing and becoming an adult.

V 159 The Bible--What’s It All About

TeleKETICS, 180 min., JH

Jim Auer, enthusiastic junior high teacher, and a small group of students delve into how the Bible came to be, its oral and written traditions and literary forms.

V 160 Called to Be Church

St. Anthony Messenger Press, 28 min., Adult

Produced by the Archdiocese of Detroit, this video program shows how various parishes have been changed by the Called to Be Church process. Program testimonials from priests and lay people involved in restructuring their parishes into Small Basic Christian Communities.

V 161 Catechesis-Echoing the Word, Rev. Jim Dunning

Adult

Presentation by Fr. Jim Dunning on catechesis and the RCIA Vision presented. Would be excellent for all involved in religious education and RCIA.

V 162 Choice, The

Franciscan Communications, 19 min., JH - Adult

Moving and authentic in its approach to teenage concerns. This video is an ideal film for Confirmation preparation and youth ministry programs.

V 163 Come Together: An Adult Catechesis on the Eucharist

Tabor, 6 - 6 min. segments, Adult

Six dramatic episodes by Kate Dooley, O.P., and Maureen Gallagher make the connection between our life experience and liturgical celebration, renewing appreciation of the Eucharist.

Through the vision and leadership of the St. Meinrad Alumni Association this six-part series video was developed. This series uses the medium of television to assist pastoral ministers.

Sunburst, 35 min., JH - Adult

Good communication is knowing how to use person-to-person talk to make ideas and feelings clear and to avoid misunderstandings. Program shows students that effective communication helps them build and maintain successful relationships with friends, family and authority figures. Teaches the how-to’s and techniques for good communication, offers solid help and practice in this vital person-to-person skill.

V 166 Confirming the Faith of Adolescents

Tabor (2 videos), 6 30 min. segments, Adult

Sister Kieran helps participants make the connection between the sacrament of Confirmation and living the gift of faith.

V 167 Deadline

Insight, 27 min., J.H. - A

Love of life is innate in all of us. A deterioration of this love is brought about by external forces and succumbing to these forces is a weakness in all of us. To counteract this weakness, it is important to build up within us a strong will and determination to overcome these forces of evil, no matter what the cost. Then, and only then, will be able to live and love life to the fullest.

V 168 Eucharist (Holy Communion)

TeleKETICS, 9 min.,

This film is a beautiful experience which brings all the life-giving elements of our daily lives into the celebration of the Eucharist liturgy. Faith is illustrated as not only a belief in the presence of Christ in the symbols of the liturgy but also an inner realization of Christ presence in every aspect of human life.

V 169 Eucharist Parable, A J.H. - A

Franciscan Communications, 24 min., JH - Adult

This is a moving story of Eucharist as a tale of love and forgiveness. This video portrays how even our deepest failings can be forgiven and how we possess the healing power to forgive others. An excellent resource for sacramental preparation courses, youth groups, family life programs, parent meetings and reconciliation services

V 170 Faith: The Search for God Adult

Tabor, 5 30-min. segments, Adult

Fr. John Powell guides us how to listen, as well as how to speak to God. He suggests ways to deepen faith, by getting in touch with our prejudices, by keeping scripture close to heart, by coming fully above and going beyond ourselves.

V 170.1 Tape 1: The God Connection

A Comfort and Challenge

God’s Gift

V 170.2 Tape 2: A New Vision

A Prelude to Prayer

V 171 Families in Crisis

Don Bosco, 28 min., JH - A

All family members are involved when crisis arise. This presentation tells how one family worked together to overcome difficulties which threatened the stability of their existence as a family unit.

V 172 Family Limits

Don Bosco, 28 min., I - Adult

Once rules have been established within the family, every rupture causes a tension which raises the level of stressful living. Rules must be established for a common good; limits must be set for peaceful coexistence.

V 173 Family Spirituality

Twenty-Third Publications, 30 min. Adult

Dr. Kathleen Chesto, a nationally known speaker and workshop presenter, inspires her audience with her thoughts and ideas on building a healthy faith life within the family. She emphasizes how the commitment we make to a family lifestyle is an important as any "calling" that others may choose.

V 174 Four Gospels, The Adult

Richard Rohr, 5 hrs. 50 min., Adult

Preaching is one thing. Teaching is another. Father Rohr does both extremely well. He goes through each of the gospels and picks out the main themes recognized by contemporary scholarship. He explains the theme in simple terms, then preaches about it. Rohr really preaches on two levels. He addresses individual concerns, duties and possibilities, but he also addresses the larger picture of cultural and ecclesial postures, emphases and values. Ideal for discussion groups, short retreats, staff renewal and personal inspiration.

V 175 From the House of Far to the House of Love

Paulist Press, 53 min., Adult

In this talk Father Nouwen presents his insights into social justice ministry and Christian commitment and calls us to move out of the house of fear into the house of love by leaving the static places in our lives where all is secure.

V 176 First Eucharist

Sadlier, 1 hour, GS - Adult

This video can be used by Catechists, Families, and First Eucharist Children. The sequence of this video follows the outline of the child’s text. It contains suggestions to catechists and families as to how to use the child’s text with the First Eucharist children. Live presentations of The Last Supper and the Widow’s Mite Scripture stories.

V 177 First Reconciliation GS - A

Sadlier, l hour, GS - Adult

This video can be used by Catechists, Families and First Reconciliation children. The sequence follows the outline of the child’s text. Live presentations of The Child Jesus Lost in the Temple, The Lost or Prodigal Son and Jesus and the Children Scripture Stories.

V 178 Genesis II

Intermedia (3 videos), 6 two-hr. sessions, H.S. - A

The major goals of this program are to help either adult or high-school participants realize that spiritual growth is a journey or pilgrimage, evaluate their relationships with other people, examine the role of prayer in their lives, get in touch with their self-image and self-ideal, and achieve spiritual maturity.

V 179 Gifts of Promise

NCEA, 30 min., H.S. - A

This video is intended to introduce parents, students and teachers to the parent-Student Evaluation Process. This process seeks to enable the student to assume greater responsibility for his/her own learning.

V 180 Giving Tree, The

Churchill Films, 10 min., All ages

Unselfishly, a tree offers itself to a boy for climbing, shade and pleasure. As he grows older, the boy wants different things from the tree. Old age brings their relationship full circle.

V 181 Healing Our Hurts

Tabor, 30 min. Adult

Doris Donnelly uses dramatic vignettes to demonstrate how we can learn to put forgiveness into practice.

Franciscan Communications, 21 min., JH - Adult

This video is a touching story of Mary, a widow, in a boring, sterile retirement home, who mails letters to herself, "shoplifts" to gain attention, and visits her husband’s grace for company. She is befriended by Helen, a sympathetic customer relations representative in a department store. Their relationship develops, which eases the frustration of loneliness for the older woman and teaching the younger one much about older people.

V 183 His Name is John

Paulist Press, 55 min., Adult

John XXIII proclaimed a new vision for the world and for the church in his short pontificate twenty-five years ago.

Treehaus Communications, Inc., 34 min.

This video provides a demonstration of a celebration of the Word with Children, supported by a wealth of information on the main components of a celebration, their significance, and the importance of adapting the readings in language children understand. This video not only informs, it communicates the spirit of celebrating the Word with children.

V 185 How to Center Your Life

Tabor, 4 - 30 min. segments, Adult

A penetrating look at prayer and its place in the human heart.

V 186 Learning About Sex Series

Family Films, (2 videos), 7 min.

V 186.1 Why Boys and Girls Are Different 3 to 5 yrs.

"Jimmy is different than me. WHY?" When your three-year-old sits down at the breakfast table and asks a question like this, are you ready to answer honestly, sensitively, and from a Christian point-of-view? This video gives you the help you need. It opens the door to discussion with your preschooler, providing the proper amount of information for this special level of development.

V 186.2 How You Are Changing 8 - 11 yrs.

This video is for ages 8 to 11 and parents. It gives children vital support and encouragement, as well as the accurate, up-to-date information they need. As you watch this video together, it opens a channel of communication with your child that will become even more important as he or she enters the teen years.

V 187 Liking Me: Building Self-Esteem

Sunburst, 27 min., JH

Examines the concept of self-esteem and its importance in school performance, in resisting peer pressure, and in coping with life.

V 188 Living with Trouble: Crisis in the Family H.S.

Sunburst 38 min.

Dramatizes the stories of three teenagers who cope with the task of carrying on their lives despite trouble in their families. Helps young people in similar situations understand the dynamics underlying family crisis. Explains a "process" troubled teens can make use of to survive the stress of a family in crisis.

V 189 Loyal Opposition

Insight, 27 min., JH - A

Popularity and approval by peers is the only thing that matters to some. Furthermore, there is no limit to the steps taken to win these goals. Principles stand for naught when they get in the way of gaining the recognition and support of others. The big question to be answered here is not how popular but how honest am I.

V 190 Me Power: Building Self-Confidence

Sunburst, 38 min., I - HS

Explores the powerful influence of self-confidence--or the lack of it--on the individual’s ability to cope with every aspect of living. Defines self-confidence as a state of mind that gives its possessors a special kind of power --"Me Power." Traces the development of self-confidence. Outlines four specific steps teens can take to build self-confidence.

V 191 Merton, Thomas: A Film Biography

Palisades Institute, 57 min., Adult

As the first comprehensive study of Thomas Merton--writer, religious philosopher and Trappist monk this program includes excerpts from his books and essays, and footage of his address at the Red Cross Camp outside of Bangkok just before his death.

V 192 Superbook - Volume 13

Tyndale House Publishers, 40 min., GS

This video has two segments entitled:

The Best News Yet - From Jesus’ last days with his disciples and His travail in the Garden of Gethsemane to his Crucifixion and glorious resurrection.

The Might Convert - See how Paul, who terrorized Christians more than any other, is called by God to be one of the greatest apostles of the New Testament.

V 193 Mission for Today

Fr. Robert Hunt, 2 hrs ea., Adult

V 194 Quiet Reflections

Oblate Media, 1 hr., Adult

The first video from musical writer and performer, John Michael Talbot is a magnificent combination of song, scripture and breathtaking natural wonders. The program was shot on location at his Little Portion Community in Arkansas.

V 195 Papa, Please Love Me!

Shepherd Ministries, Approx 25 min. ea., J.H. - A

The demands of fast-paced, high pressure-society has increased conflict in even the most stable families. Communication is a lost art. Understanding seems impossible. In this four-part video series Dawson McAllister, with his humorous and hard-hitting style draws his youthful audience into a unique learning experience. In these dynamic "talks with youth," he helps students and their fathers heal and restore the special relationship God intended for them.

Part 4: Forgiving a Father Who Hurt You

V 196 Parish Pastoral Councils

ACTA Publications, 1 - 120 min. videos, Adult

For parish pastoral council to function effectively and efficiently, certain fundamentals need to be agreed upon by all members.

This video offers two principles for the effective organization of parish pastoral councils.

Session 2: Understanding of Church and Meaning of Parish Analyzes the Church as community of believers in light of two significant ideas: shared responsibility and subsidiarity. Given this understanding of Church, the session clarifies the meaning of a parish.

V 196.2 Session 2: Purpose and Functions of Parish Pastoral Councils

Lays the theoretical basis for parish pastoral councils in theology and church law. Session 4: Skills for a Collaborative Model of Decision-Making - Focuses on the skills needed to actually operate a parish pastoral council.

V 197 Priest in Collaboration with Parish Life Coordinators

Sheed & Ward, 60 min. Adult

The four sections of this video explore issues of concern to priests working with Parish Life Coordinators. Featuring John McRaith and Msgr. Andrew Cusack.

V 198 Right Here, Right Now

TeleKETICS, 15 min., J.H. - A

A run-down tenement is occupied by several persons who live on the fringes of society and who see themselves as social outcasts. Each is isolated in his own world of rejection and misery. Then Josee arrives, a Christ figure, he is a simple janitor whose cheerful love, concern and openness bring an awakening of hope and the beginning of self-acceptance.

V 199 Romero

Vidmark, 105 min., HS - Adult

Romero is a compelling and deeply moving look at the life of Archbishop Oscar Romero of El Salvador, who made the ultimate sacrifice in a passionate stand against social injustice and oppression in his country.

V 200 Safe Harbor

Paulist Productions, 27 min., J.H. - A

To really live you must say yes to life, embracing bo