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This beautifully compiled 4 CD set includes all twenty mysteries, along with scripture and moving music by Still Waters.
Contains a DVD, Audio Commentary CD, companion Booklet, and an original Soundtrack CD.
Witness the greatest miracle of the 20th Century, and experience the faith of three young children who inspired thousands.
Have you seen Bella? If so, here’s your invitation to see it again... and again. If not, take this opportunity to experience a rare film. Bella is a powerful and moving, utterly unique story that will lift your spirits and capture your heart, and even better, it’s based on a true story.
The Catholic Mass…Revealed! DVD:
The DVD explains step-by-step the beautiful gift of the Catholic Mass. The DVD contains beautiful imagery from Catholic Masses in the United States. A written commentary and original score accompanies the visual making this a perfect resource to explain the mass, renew your love for the mass and a great tool for group discussions. 25 Chapters with a DVD runtime of approximately 37 minutes.
The DVD explains step-by-step the beautiful gift of the Catholic Mass. The DVD contains beautiful imagery from Catholic Masses in the United States. A written commentary and original score accompanies the visual making this a perfect resource to explain the mass, renew your love for the mass and a great tool for group discussions. 25 Chapters with a DVD runtime of approximately 37 minutes.
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The Catholic Mass…Revealed! Audio Commentary CD:
The Commentary CD contains extended commentary, explanation and reflection on the Catholic Mass. This commentary is set to music and is perfect for both meditations and formal group discussions. The CD runtime is approximately 76 minutes.
The Catholic Mass…Revealed! Soundtrack CD:
The Soundtrack CD contains original sacred music for the Liturgy written and arranged by Thy Kingdom Come, Inc. as well as sacred hymns by classical composers, all performed in a beautiful vocal arrangement. 15 Tracks with an approximate CD runtime of 32 minutes.
Tracks include:
Kyrie Eleison - Greek
Gloria - English 
Sanctus - Latin
Great Amen - English
Agnus Dei - Latin
Ave Maria - Latin
Stabat Mater - English
O Sacred Head Surrounded - English
Tantum Ergo - Latin
O Holy Night - English
O Salutaris - Latin
All Glory Laud and Honor - English
Stabat Mater - Latin
O Come, O Come Emmanuel - English
Jesus Christ is Risen Today - English
The Catholic Mass…Revealed! Booklet:
The Booklet is a beautifully written full-color booklet that explains the extraordinary gift that is the Catholic Mass. It is designed as a companion to The Catholic Mass…Revealed! DVD and Audio Commentary CD. The booklet was granted an Imprimatur by the Most Rev. Wilton Gregory, Archbishop of Atlanta. Includes full-color photographs. The booklet is 96 pages.
This is the story of the St. Francis Inn of Kensington, one of the poorest sections of Philadelphia. The film focuses on the daily meal service to 500 people by Franciscan Friars. It is a powerful experience fo love, laughter, and tears. Study and discussion guide provided.
As a former Protestant minister, Dr. Hahn knows all too well the most common objections non-Catholics have to the Catholic Faith. In this series Scott carefully examines the most commonly-held objections and explains how controversy has generally arisen.
This epic network television mini-series brings to life the precarious existence of early Christianity. The new movement is beset by violent opposition from without and constant turmoil from within. Two key leaders emerge--Peter and Paul--who struggle to keep the faith alive.
This movie captures the Capuchin friar's intense faith and devotion, and deep spiritual concern for others, as well as his great compassion for the sick and suffering. It reveals the amazing details and events in Padre Pio's life as a boy and throughout his 50 years as a monk, dramatizing the frequent attacks of the Devil on him, as well as the persecution he suffered at the hands of people, including those in the church.
Based on Henry van Dyke's classic, "The Story of the Other Wise Man". A Magi named Artaban (Martin Sheen) sees a sign in the heavens that he hopes will lead him and his faithful servant, Orantes (Alan Arkin), to the Messiah.
They started out as average, unexceptional men of their time: fishermen, farmers, local magistrates. But their dedication to a prophetic Jewish preacher in the backwaters of the Roman Empire transformed them into revolutionaries and, in the process, changed the world.
Winner of 5 Academy Awards, this classic film portrays the appearance of Our Lady to St. Bernadette in Lourdes, France. Starring Vincent Price, Lee J. Cobb, and Jennifer Jones. Video. 156 min.
That Catholic Show is absolutely perfect for anyone who has ever asked questions like, "Why do Catholics sit, stand, and kneel all the time?" Or, "What is it with Catholics and statues?" Excellent for RCIA , youth groups, or anyone simply interested in Catholicism, That Catholic Show has already reached hundreds of thousands of viewers online, and now all eight episodes of the first season are available in high quality DVD format. Each episode runs 5-7 minutes and is great for kicking off conversations and discussions about the vibrant Catholic faith.
From the producers of Saint Rita comes this feature film that chronicles the life of Christ’s most prolific messenger. Paul, originally known as Saul of Tarsus, was a persecutor of Christians until Jesus came to him in a vision. Forever changed, Paul withstood persecution and imprisonment, and with unflagging determination he spread the word of Christ. Beautifully filmed in the Moroccan desert, this is a sweeping saga of a man whose story has made an incredible impact on Christian history. Starring Johannes Brandrup and Thomas Lockyer.
An inspiring feature film on Blessed Pope John XXIII starring Edward Asner. This film also underscores his wonderful sense of humor and great charity towards others, especially the poor, downtrodden, and the outcast.
This outstanding movie is unique among films on St. Francis because of the historical accuracy of the story and its authentic spirit of joy and piety Francis was known for, as well as the major role played by Clare who is given equal stature with Francis.
Based on the historical records and the personal testimony of his fellow friars, this is the amazing true story of the life of the famous stigmatic monk, St. Padre Pio.
Fr. Emil Kapaun was a Kansas priest and Korean War hero who led an extraordinary life and may be on the road to sainthood. His cause for canonization has been opened by the Diocese of Wichita, and two medical miracles attributed to him are being investigated by the Vatican. He has also been nominated for the highest military medal, the Medal of Honor. This powerful, moving documentary tells his life story, with special focus on his heroic work as a military chaplain with his fellow American soldiers during battles, imprisonment and torture by the Communists, which ultimately led to his death at only 35 years of age in 1951. The film explores the nature of miracles, and the life of Father Kapaun, featuring inspiring interviews & testimonies by the soldiers who were imprisoned with Kapaun in Korea, as well as with church officials, military historians and the Kansas family who is convinced Kapaun saved their son’s life. A man of incredible courage and faith, he is credited with saving the lives of hundreds of prisoners, instilling them with hope when all hope seemed lost.
Answering the call for The New Evangelization, this multi-media educational program reveals the truth, beauty and richness of the Faith in an unprecedented way.
The CATHOLICISM Adult Study Program presents the strong, ecclesial dimension of the Catholic Faith - God's revelation through Jesus Christ and His Church.
Raymond Arroyo and Fr. Richard John Neuhaus guide us through the moving and beautiful funeral Mass of His Holiness, Pope John Paul II, in this EWTN exclusive presentation.
First time released on video. Shot on location in Assisi, this production gives a realistic and inspiring portrayal of the life of Francis and Clare. Stars Bradford Dillman and Dolores Hart.
The Last Appeal portrays the story of a peasant girl chosen to bring the message of Mercy to mankind in preparation for The Last Day — The Day of Judgment.
The first feature film ever on the story of St. Joseph - carpenter, husband of Mary and the foster father of Jesus Christ. Scripture tells us that St. Joseph was a "just man", and that God gave him the most daunting task ever asked of a man - to be the husband of the woman who would give birth to the Messiah...
Doug Barry's tour-de-force one-man performance of the Meditation on the Passion of Christ.
Things are not always as they seem... especially when entering the halls of a desperate mind in this gripping supernatural thriller. Struggling to keep her fragile sanity from unraveling, Prosecutor Ann Brown is offered a murder case that will challenge everything she believes is true.
Dorothy Day is no saint. She lives hard, makes mistakes, endures the consequences. But the unquenchable fire burning within her cannot be contained. Dorothy wants to make a difference.
In this adventure of imagination, young Tess, a shy girl of 13, discovers a new meaning for love on Valentine’s Day.
Noted actress Maureen O’Sullivan portrays Mary Magdalene traveling from Jerusalem to Galilee in AD 64. This lonely survivor is one of the few left who saw Jesus arrested and crucified.
Fishers of Men was originally intended to renew priests' sense of fulfillment in their vocation and to encourage them to draw on that satisfaction to invite other men to pursue the priesthood. However, with dramatic imagery and incredible artistry, this video will move every Catholic to a deeper appreciation of the Catholic priesthood.
This epic film follows Karol Wojtyla’s journey from his youth in Poland through his late days on the Chair of St. Peter. It explores his life behind the scenes: how he touched millions of people and changed the face of the Church and the world; how he defended the dignity of mankind. Jon Voight’s powerful, Emmy-nominated performance as John Paul II was widely praised, as was Cary Elwes as the young Karol. Shot on location in Rome and Poland in close connection with the Vatican, this is the definitive epic film on the life of Pope John Paul II. Stars Jon Voight, Cary Elwes, Ben Gazzara, James Cromwell, and Christopher Lee.
Restore the “sports hero” to its proper place in the American culture. Champions of Faith: Baseball Edition is a homerun for young boys and baseball fans of all ages.
Mother Teresa: Seeing the Face of Jesus presents the life and work of Mother Teresa with words and pictures that even the youngest child will enjoy. Children will happily learn that Mother Teresa was a person whose strong faith and trust in God helped her to make incredible changes in our world.
This explanation of the Mass is a fascinating collage of the origin of the ritual from human history, the early Christian Church, through the senturies until today. Each individual part of the ritual is explained. The program unfolds the beauty and profound meaning of the liturgy in a way that will deepen viewer participation and experience in the Eucharistic celebration. Inspirational, insighful, and educational, this lively program is presented by Barry Brunsman, O.F.M. An excellent instructional video for RCIA, scholls and retreats.
The Director's Two-Disc Special Edition
In this contemplative documentary from filmmaker Philip Gröning, the Grande Chartreuse monastery opens its doors to the public for the first time since being founded by St. Bruno in 1084 to offer an intimate look at a lifestyle rarely experienced by those outside of the brotherhood. Located in the remote regions of the French Alps, near the Dauphiné Alps, the Grande Chartreuse is the top monastery of the Carthusian order. In this documentary, the lives of the pious monks of Grande Chartreuse are captured on film as director Groening adapts to their ascetic lifestyle for six months and captures their daily life without the intrusion of voice-over, musical score, interviews, or archival footage.
This stunning presentation of major sports stars' fidelity to prayer and the sacraments of the Church is like no other faith formation tool ever produced – including the first Champions of Faith film. "The Bases of Life is unique," explained Tom Allen, the film's producer/director. "We go inside the home and family lives of Mike Piazza and Darrell Miller. We go inside St. Andrew's and St. Patrick's Cathedral in New York City – even into the crypt where Archbishop Sheen and Cardinal Cooke are buried! We were given amazing access for this project and the result is a uniquely powerful film about how to live a truly Catholic life."
Saint Rita is a powerful story of drama, love, betrayal, tragedy, profound forgiveness and strong faith.
This is the acclaimed dramatic feature film made in France in 1960 that tells the story of the life of Therese of Lisieux from childhood through her death as a Carmelite nun at age 24.
Giuseppe Moscati, “the holy physician of Naples,” was a medical doctor and layman in the early 20th century who came from an aristocratic family and devoted his medical career to serving the poor. He was also a medical school professor and a pioneer in the field of biochemistry whose research led to the discovery of insulin as a cure for diabetes.
Moscati regarded his medical practice as a lay apostolate, a ministry to his suffering fellowmen. Before examining a patient or engaging in research he would place himself in the presence of God. He encouraged his patients to receive the sacraments. Dr. Moscati treated poor patients free of charge, and would often send someone home with an envelope containing a prescription and a 50-lire note.
The perfect gift for sports fans of all ages, these two DVDs showcase some of Baseball's best-loved players. Hear how each player strives to live his Catholic Faith while living in the spotlight.