Show Me the Way
Written by Henri Nouwen 

194 PAGES | Paperback | Pub. Date: 1994             

Nouwen invites readers to join him on a 40-day Lenten path as fellow pilgrims, from the solemn beginning of Ash Wednesday to the joyous climax of Easter. This inspirational "search for the way" speaks directly to the heart during this time of reflection and prayer. Read more...

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Passion of Christ
Through Scripture and examples from life, Fr. Rolheiser gives new understanding and encouragement in how we can give our lives to the world and to also give our death to the world. When we think of passion we think of Christ's physical suffering and death but in the Agony in the Garden, the Gospels do not emphasize Jesus' physical sufferings. The Gospel writers want us to understand Jesus the lover, who undergoes moral and emotional sufferings without resentment or bitterness. Fr. Rolheiser explains that God's strength comes when we are exhausted and open to being transformed. A profound and moving reflection in two parts with a live audience. Read more...
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Cross of Christ
The Cross has become the ultimate symbol of love in the world. It is central to Christianity in that we are to forgive our enemies. As such, it is the single most revolutionary moral event that has happened on this planet. And, like all deep things in life, the Cross is largely a mystery. The Cross reveals God’s unconditional love and vulnerability; as a teaching and an invitation to discipleship; God suffers with us. The Cross calls us beyond ourselves, our own agenda, our own life without resentment. Read more...

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1st Reconciliation
Engaging new program tells youngsters everything they need to know (but were afraid to ask) about their first experience with the Sacrament of Penance. The history and meaning of the sacrament, it's meaning then and now, and the joy of knowing God's forgiveness is explained in age appropriate language. The audience will hear the questions of a diverse collection of youngsters (just like themselves) and then see them participate in their own First Reconciliation service. Part 2 shows family activities that are a fun and easy way to prepare students and families for this important step in their child's faith journey. Includes leader's guide.
Grades 2 - 6 • Approx. 17 minutes

1st Communion
Here's a wonderful new parish resource for family catechesis. Produced in cooperation with the religious education specialists at the Silver Burdett Ginn Religion Division, this new program provides separate segments for children and parents. The meaning of the Eucharist, Baptism and full membership in the Church is made clear to both 1st Communicants and their parents. The importance of parental involvement and family activities in preparation for the big day are also provided.

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Why Catholics do What They Do
Symbols and signs are essential to the Roman Catholic Liturgy and Ritual. Candles; what do they represent? How and when are they used and how do they affect us? Water; it can be a symbol of death as well as life and it is used in some of the Church's most important rituals. Gestures; how standing, kneeling, hand gestures, and even sitting down have specific purposes in the mass. Read more...

Connecting with God
Have you ever thought of God as you gaze out at the ocean, listen to your favorite music, or as you have a real good stretch in the morning? If so, you were "Connecting with God". Sr. Dorothy Ederer, O.P., shows how we can use gestures to pray when we have no words. Fr. Brendan Moss, O.S.B, helps us see how music can connect us to life and to God. Kathleen Chesto invites us to pray surrounded by the power and beauty of nature.
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Confirmation Rite for Life
This video tells the complete history of the sacrament beginning with Pentecost and how the celebration began and has evolved in the Eastern and Roman Churches over the centuries. All the essential elements of the ceremony including the laying of hands and anointing are shown and explained in detail. Following the New Catechism, footage includes a Confirmation ceremony featuring Bishop Wilton Gregory, President of the U.S.C.C.B., and a bi-lingual ceremony (English and Spanish) with Archbishop Raymond Burke. Fr. Paul Turner, noted author on the subject of Confirmation is featured along with host, Fr. Brendan Moss, OSB.

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Being Catholic: Worship

Catholics celebrate their faith through prayer and worship. Catholics are a sacramental people who mark their progress through a life of grace with liturgy and ritual A better understanding of Catholic sacramental liturgy can enhance our participation and appreciation of this life of grace.

This new program, Being Catholic: Worship, is designed to provide a basic understanding of Catholic sacraments for youth and adult groups, including Confirmation preparation and RCIA. As a companion piece to the widely used Being Catholic: the Creed, it continues learners' progress through the Catechism of the Catholic Church.
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Grades five through adults 18 min
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