300W - Worship

300 #'s indicate VC's for children.

NOTE: TEACHERS OF JUNIORS (4th through 6th grades)- You will find material for your students aged for (E) and (J) here. However, the materials aged for (J/JH) and (J/A), which includes much of the materials for your students, are listed in the Videocassettes/DVDs for Youth and Adult section. Please look in the topical index for (J/JH) and (J/A) to find them.

All MRC VC's are VHS unless otherwise noted. All visuals are Color Photo unless otherwise indicated.

-W- (Worship, Witness, Sacraments, Spirituality)

VCW-300 OAK STREET CHRONICLES SERIES- (E); 3 VC's, 10 Episodes, 10 to 16 min. ea.; Tabor, 1987.

Ten dynamic stories dealing with the ethical issues that children confront in their daily lives. Each video parable introduces a theme which helps the child to understand a sacrament. For Catholics the series accompanies specific lessons in Welcome Home and Welcome To The Table.

.1 Ep. 1 THE BEGINNING- The neighborhood kids correct their wrong first impression of a mysterious neighbor when he befriends them and lets them use a room for their clubhouse.

Ep. 2 THE WRONG CHOICE- Liz disobeys her mother and has to suffer the consequences of her wrong choice.

Ep. 3 THE TELESCOPE- When Nathan's new telescope is broken, he believes that "Speedy" is responsible. To get revenge he damages her bike, but has to make amends when he finds out the real circumstances.

Ep. 4 GOING HOME- D.J. gets into trouble when he carelessly runs over Mr. Wolenski's flowers, but when D.J. needs a friend, Mr. Wo cares for him and takes him home.

.2 Ep. 5 THE BIRTHDAY- When "Little Bit" turns seven, he feels rejected by his older sister and the neighborhood kids. A special birthday surprise makes him feel welcome.

Ep. 6 THE RACE- When Nathan is bullied by some neighborhood boys, his friend, "Speedy", challenges the bullies to a bike race.

Ep. 7 THE SPOOKY STORY- When Lee tells a spooky story in the club house, Nathan's and Liz's trick backfires.

.3 Ep. 8 MR. WOLENSKI- The kids minister to Mr. Wolenski when he has a heart attack.

Ep. 9 THE TREASURE- Mr. Wo teaches the children that friendship is a great treasure.

Ep. 10 THE RESCUE- The kids come to the rescue of an over-worked park custodian.

VCW-301 STEPHEN'S TEST OF FAITH- (E); 22 min.; Guide; Vision Video, 1998.

12-year-old Stephen is ridiculed for his faith. He then takes a faith-building journey through history in a dream. He meets Jesus, Stephen the Martyr, families going into the Coliseum, William Tyndale, and Christian children today in the Middle East. The video encourages children to continue following Jesus even when they are "put to the test."

VCW-302 THE LITTLE GRAIN OF WHEAT- (K)- 6:30 min.; No guide; Treehaus,

A unique treatment of the Eucharist as an expression of sharing in the new life of Jesus.

DVW-303 FROM AARDVARK TO ZUCCHINI: MY VERY OWN ALPHABET OF PRAYERS- (Pre-K/K); 30 min.; No guide; Cartoon Animation; EcuFilm, 2004.

Join the kids, critters, and squashes in this prayer-packed program as they thank God from A to Z. Filled with songs and rhymes, this animated video is an entertaining and educational introduction to prayer for pre-schoolers and their parents.

VCW-304 WHO IS THE SPIRIT?- (Pri/4th); 11 min. Guide; Videos with Values, 1993.

"The Holy Spirit is giver of life--giver of gifts--maker and keeper of promise." This video invites children to become familiar with the working of the Holy Spirit as friend, helper, and teacher of the message of Jesus. In the life of the Spirit received in Baptism, children explore the gestures and actions of Confirmation and discover how to use their gifts for making the world a better place.

VCW-305 SUNDAY MORNING- (K/E); 19 min.; Guide; Videos with Values, 1998.

Judy Jarrett's whimsical art comes to life with music and children's voices to match the colorful multicultural images. Great for First Communion and Bible classes, this program will open hundreds of new ways to talk about Sunday worship with children. The video surrounds the child with a sense of Sunday and how central it is to our life together as Christians.

VCW-306
DVW-306 MILO: THE MANTIS WHO WOULDN’T PRAY with Hermie- (K/E); 12 chapters, 60 min. No guide; Animation; Christian Book Distributors, 2007.

When a storm destroys Milo’s Snack Shack, he doesn’t know how to talk to God. Milo thinks he has to get God’s attention for God to hear him. Milo finally learns to pray and finds that God has been helping him all along. The gang learns about how to trust God after we pray and that His answers come in many different forms.

-X- (Christmas)

VCX-300 THE LITTLE BROWN BURRO - (K/E); 30 min.; Embassy Home Enter., 1977.

A musical Christmas story of Omar, a little brown burro who gains self-confidence when he is chosen to participate in the Nativity. Story is woven into the essential Christian Christmas belief.

VCX-301 NATIVITY- (E); 30 min.; Cartoon animation; Hanna Barbera, 1987.

Traditional Christmas story includes the trip to Bethlehem, the birth, the visits of the shepherds and the wise men.

VCX-303 THE LITTLE SHEPHERD AND THE FIRST CHRISTMAS- (Pri/A); 19 min.; Color animation; Coronet, 1967.

A tender story of one of the little shepherds and the gift he brought to Bethlehem. The Little Shepherd's journey of faith proves his own worth and brings wondrous joy to the foster father and brother he loves.

VCX-305 CHRISTMAS IS- (C/A); 18 min.; Color Cartoon Animation; Family Films, 1987.

Having to play second shepherd for the second year in a row has dimmed Benji's Christmas spirit, but when he sits down to review his lines for the school play, he is transported back to Bethlehem where he discovers what it is about Christmas that keeps the joy and excitement alive year after year.

VCX-306 BARRINGTON BUNNY- (C/A); 8 min.; Color Cartoon Animation; The Video Group.

Feeling lonely and dejected, Barrington Bunny meets a mysterious silver wolf who teaches him about his uniqueness and self-worth. Barrington spends the rest of the evening finding helpful gifts for his animal friends and saving the life of a tiny field mouse frozen in a winter storm.

VCX-307 STAR OF BETHLEHEM- (C/A); 13 min.; Animated; Cathedral, 1989.

Video uses animated silhouettes against a background of colorful artwork to visualize the Christmas story. Includes Mary and Joseph's trip to Bethlehem, the Shepherds, and the Wisemen.

VCX-308 THE SONGS OF CHRISTMAS- (C/A); 49 min.; Franciscan, 1989.

Joyce Bulifant introduces the special with a warm personal reflection on the meaning of carols. She then portrays the director of a children's choir in rehearsal for a production which explores the history and meaning of some familiar carols. Classics include: "Silent Night", "I Heard the Bells", "O Holy Night", "O Christmas Tree" and "Jolly Old St. Nicholas".

VCX-309 CHARLIE'S CHRISTMAS SECRET- (E); 24 Min.; guide; Films for the Humanities, 1988.

10-year old Charlie finds the Christmas spirit by caring and giving of himself, changing the lives of those he encounters and of his own family as well.

VCX-310 MR. KRUEGER'S CHRISTMAS- (C/A); 25 min.; Guide; Bonneville Productions, 1980.

Jimmy Stewart stars in this delightful story of a lonely man whose Christmas fantasies include directing the Mormon Tabernacle Choir and standing among figures from his creche that have come to life. Friendly carolers, sensing his loneliness, invite him to join them.

VCX-311 THE BEST CHRISTMAS PAGEANT EVER- (C/A); 60 min.; Regency Home Videos, 1986.

The Herdmans, the nastiest, dirtiest kids in the town decide they want to be in the local Christmas pageant. When the curtain goes up, a miracle begins and it all turns into "The Best Christmas Pageant Ever".

VCX-312 CHRISTMAS IN HAPPY FOREST- (Pre/Pri); 25 min.; Cartoon Animation; Brownlow Publ., 1990.

Children learn the true meaning of Christmas as they watch their animal friends learn these lessons from their grumpy teacher, Miss Orangeblossom. Because of their kindness to her at Christmas, they see her grumpiness turn to gladness and friendship.

VCX-314 WHY CHRISTMAS TREES AREN'T PERFECT- (K/E); 25 min.; Cartoon Animation; Abingdon Press, 1990.

Animated parable shares the story of a young tree named Small Pine who had big hopes. One special Christmas he learns that real joy comes from giving of ourselves to help others.

VCX-315 THE STABLEBOY'S CHRISTMAS- (E); 27 min.; Envoy Productions, 1979.

Through a fantasy trip to Bethlehem, ten-year old Tammy learns how sharing presents with others is a way of sharing God's love at Christmas.

VCX-317 THE CHRISTMAS SPIRITS- (K/E); 17 min.; Guide; Brown/Roa, 1990.

Story of how several kids discovered the real meaning of the spirit of Christmas in the middle of summer.

VCX-318 THE PERFECT PRESENT- (Pre/Pri); 20 min.; Brown/Roa, 1989.

Using creche figures, Amber's father explains the story of the first Christmas. Little Amber dreams she is at the first Christmas and talks with Mary, Joseph, and those who come to visit the newborn king.

VCX-319 CHRISTMAS FOR CHILDREN SERIES- (E); 2 videos, 3 stories each tape; EcuFilm.

Christmas stories on videostrips.

.1 THE CHRISTMAS DONKEY- (11 min.) Nicholas is a small donkey who likes to sleep late, loaf, and stuff himself. Because he is chosen to carry an unborn king to Bethlehem, he learns the rewards of readiness for service to God.

THE SILENT NIGHT OF JEREMY RABBIT- (12 min.) Jeremy and his friends argue over the roles played by different animals at the first Christmas and nearly lose the true Christmas spirit.

THE CHRISTMAS JOURNEY OF DEBORAH DOVE- (10 min.) Deborah gets lost in a snow storm flying to Bethlehem at Christmas time and flies only in circles. She is sad and discouraged until she learns that Christ's real birthplace is in our hearts.

.2 PETER AND THE HERMIT- (9 min.) The story of a determined boy who teaches an old hermit who would not attend church on Christmas the meaning of friendship and faith in Jesus.

THE OTHER WISEMAN- (16 min.) A retelling of Henry Van Dyke's classic tale. Artaban, "the other wiseman" misses his rendezvous with the 3 Wisemen and continues to seek the Messiah throughout his life. Also suitable for the Lenten season.

THE JOY OF CHRISTMAS- (11 min.) Using artwork, a scripture, narration, and choir this video tells the Christmas story from Mary's joy at an angel's visit through the journey of the Wisemen and the rejoicing of Anna and Simeon.

VCX-320 SILENT MOUSE- (C/A); 60 min.; Interams Video, 1988.

Lynn Redgrave narrates a fanciful tale about the writing of the famous carol "Silent Night". A real mouse portrays the mouse who was responsible for the breakdown of the bellows on the organ of Franz Gruber.

VCX-321 MULTICULTURAL CHRISTMAS- (E/A); 22 min.; Brown /Roa, 1993.

Video profiles 5 families in the U.S. of different ethnicity and shows how they celebrate Christmas. Included are: Scandinavians, Oneida Indians, Koreans, Mexicans, and Ethiopians.

VCX-322 A ROYAL CROWN - THE KING BORN IN BETHLEHEM- (E); 20 min.; videostrip; EcuFilm, 1994.

This biblically based video uses fresh, contemporary language to tell the familiar Christmas story. It portrays Mary and Joseph as a devout young Jewish couple who are about to become the parents of the Messiah. The still illustrations suggest the Nazareth and Bethlehem of Jesus's time, and a feeling for Jewish life and culture pervades the video.

VCX-323 EDDIE'S FIRST CHRISTMAS- (Pre/Pri); 34 min.; Guide; Star Song Communications, 1994.

The story of an ordinary man of faith (Ben) and an orphaned pup (Eddie) that comes to live with him. When Eddie loses his Christmas enthusiasm, Ben shows him the manger and together they find the true meaning of Christmas.

VCX-324 THE SAVIOR IS BORN- (C/A); 30 min.; No Guide; Animation; Rabbit Ears Productions, 1992.

Morgan Freeman delivers a poignant re-telling of the first Christmas according to the Gospels of Matthew and Luke. The music is performed by the Christ Church Cathedral Choir of Oxford. The visuals are animated figures from stained-glass windows. A winner of several awards.

VCX-325 THE FIRST CHRISTMAS- (K/Pri); 23 min.; No Guide; Animation; Warner Brothers, Inc., 1990.

This heart-warming tale of the first Christmas snow features the voices of Angela Lansbury and Cyril Ritchard. Lucas the shepherd boy is blinded and nearly lost in a winter storm, but is saved by the sisters of a nearby abbey. When Sister Theresa allows Lucas to stay until Christmas, he decides to give all he owns–his flock–to God. He experiences a miraculous recovery.

VCX-326 THE LEGEND OF THE CHRISTMAS FLOWER- (E); 40 min.; No Guide, Cartoon; Kindervision, 1995.

8-year-old Juanito and his grandfather leave their small mountain village in colonial Mexico and embark upon the adventure of a lifetime. Along the way Juanito experiences a journey of a different type and discovers the true spirit of Christmas.

VCX-328 THE LITTLE DRUMMER BOY- (C/A); 30 min.; No Guide; Cartoon Animation; Broadway Video, 1968.

The classic tale of a young, orphaned drummer boy who is kidnapped by an evil man. He escapes and searches for his camel which he finds in the manger of the Baby Jesus. Having no gift for the baby, he gives the only thing he has--a song on his drum.

VCX-329 THE TOY THAT SAVED CHRISTMAS (VEGGIE TALES SERIES)- (E) 30 min.; No guide; Computer Animation; EcuFilm, 1996.

The story of a talking doll which bravely sneaks away from a toy factory where consumer-oriented dolls are being produced and meets up with The Veggies, computer-animated vegetables. Together they discover the true meaning of Christmas by reading Luke 2 and learning of God's gift of love. Both hilarity and joy happen when they sneak into villain Nebby K. Nezzer's T.V. studio and share their knowledge with the rest of the town.

VCX-330 CHARLIE'S CHRISTMAS PROJECT- (E); 24 min.; No guide; Films for the Humanities, 1996.

Charlie is determined that the stray dog he loves will not be put to sleep in the pound on Christmas Eve. In the process he shows a lot of adults that animals can bring human beings together in more ways than one.

VCX-331 RED BOOTS FOR CHRISTMAS- (E); 30 min.; Guide; Cartoon animation; EcuFilm, 1996.

Hans, the lonely, grumpy shoemaker, learns the true meaning of Christmas when he is visited by an angel on the night before Christmas Eve. The angel tells him that he will receive a special gift from God on Christmas Eve. Hans is surprised and transformed by the special gift.

VCX-332 MARY HAD A BABY. AMEN!- (Pre/K); 15 min.; Guide; Enhanced videostrip; Liguori Publ., 1996.

Simon the Mouse invites children to travel back in time with him to experience the first Christmas. All the traditional aspects of the story are included.

VCX-333 THE ANGEL'S ADVENT LESSON-(E/JH); 11 min.; Guide; 23rd Publications, 1995.

Although the video has a Catholic emphasis, the ideas about the meaning of Advent are helpful for children of all denominations.

VCX-334 ALABASTER'S SONG: CHRISTMAS THROUGH THE EYES OF AN ANGEL- (E); 30 min.; No guide; Tommy Nelson, 1996.

Alabaster is a little angel, high atop a Christmas tree, and his remarkable song is heaven sent. It is the tender music of the heart that unites a little boy and his father on a glorious night long ago in Bethlehem. The video is adapted from the book by Max Lucado.

VCX-335 THE PUZZLE CLUB: CHRISTMAS MYSTERY- (Pri) ; Activity Book; 30 min.; Vision Video, 1997.

It's only a few days before Christmas and strange things are happening in new Bristol. Eerie sightings have occurred at the deserted Bascomb Road mansion; pieces to the city's nativity scene have disappeared; and now Todd Pennington is missing! It's up to The Puzzle Club to put the clues together and solve this Christmas mystery.

VCX-336 A CHRISTMAS GIFT- (C/A); 8 min.; Guide; Mass Media Ministries, 1980.

This clay animation creation by Will Vinton is based on a ballad entitled, Christmas Dinner, written and performed by Paul Stookey of Peter, Paul, and Mary. The lyrics and the clay images tell a gentle tale about a lonely boy and a widow on Christmas.

VCX-337 SPUNKY'S FIRST CHRISTMAS- (E); 30 min.; No Guide; Tyndale Family Video, 1997.

Lovable puppies, a family Christmas, and a big city full of excitement all add up to adventure. Spunky, the dog hero, begins his journey to a new home. When Spunky gets lost in the city and encounters some scary junkyard bullies, he soon discovers how much it means to have a loving master.

VCX-338 THE VISUAL BIBLE FOR KIDS: THE BIRTH OF JESUS- (C/A); 30 min.; No Guide; Tommy Nelson, 1998.

A favorite uncle reads the Christmas story from Luke and Matthew to the Baines family and a skeptical young guest who thinks the Bible is just another story. Something wonderful happens. The Bible comes vividly to life and the children are at the manger. It includes powerful film sequences from The Visual Bible.

VCX-339 A CHRISTMAS WISH- (Pri/4th); 10 min.; Guide; 23rd Publications, 1998.

Little Justine wishes that Christmas would come right away. There's a surprise in store, though, when her wish comes true, for it doesn't turn out exactly as she had hoped. She discovers that the Advent time of preparation increases the joy of Christmas.

VCX-340 MISSION: CHRISTMAS SPIRIT- ANGEL WINGS SERIES- (E); 35 min.: Animation; Vision Video, 2000.

The "Angel Wings" are a trio of heavenly heroes sent on missions to help the kids of earth discover the right things. The only challenge is that the Angel Wings can't let the kids find out that they're angels!

There are 3 stories on the video.

Story 1 - When discouragement threatens to close a Christmas play, the Angel Wings step in to declare the Christmas message. The message inspires the cast to continue with the play.

Story 2 - The kids want to give up on a project to help a children's home, but the Angel Wings encourage them to stick with it.

Story 3 - The Angel Wings help Carl to keep a promise he made on a ski slope.

VCX-341 THE CRIPPLED LAMB- (E); 30 min.; No guide; Videos with Values, 1999.

This is the story of Joshua, a crippled lamb who always felt left out. God had a special plan for him. One night in a cold stable, Joshua was in the right place at the right time as he was able to play a part in history's greatest event.

VCX-342 JACOB’S GIFT- (E); 25 min.; No guide, Tommy Nelson, 1999.

Jacob wants to have the perfect wordworking project so he’ll win the contest and get to help build the new synagogue. In the end he gives up winning the contest to do a kindness for a family with a newborn baby. He learns an important lesson about giving.

VCX-343 THE STAR OF CHRISTMAS (Veggie Tales series)- (E); 45 min.; No guide; Cartoon animation; Big Idea - 2002.

This action-packed adventure includes a Christmas musical, "The Princess and the Plumber" and a Christmas pageant called "The Star of Christmas" which features a priceless artifact. The story teaches that it’s the true story of God’s love that shows us how to love one another.

VCX-344 ADVENT WITH ST. NICHOLAS: CUSTOMS FROM AROUND THE WORLD- (E); 12 min.; Guide; Videos with Values, 2000.
Holly, a young girl, learns about Advent from a surprise visitor, St. Nicholas. St. Nicholas tells her about the Advent wreath and calendar and how decorating the Christmas tree and sending Christmas cards can be practiced in a way that celebrates the Advent spirit of expectation and mystery. A live- action story.

DVX-345 A FRUITCAKE CHRISTMAS- (E); 60 min.; No guide; EcuFilm, 2006.

Hermie and his friends are eagerly anticipating the crowning moment of the holiday season, the arrival of Grannypillar's scrumptious fruitcake, but the greediest cockroaches in the garden steal the fruitcake. Hailey and Bailey, through an act of unheard of generosity, remind the garden creatures that the celebration of Christmas is not about fruitcake, but about God's gift to us.

DVX-346 THE LEGEND OF THE CANDY CANE - (E); 42 min.; Zonderkidz, 2001.

In this wonderfully animated program, children will discover a fascinating story of hope and the hidden meaning of a favorite Christmas candy.

-Z- (Roman Catholic)

VCZ-300 A CHILD'S FIRST PENANCE- (Pri); 20 min.; Guide; Ligouri, 1988.

Father Joe Kempf gives a well-rounded presentation that will help children understand the basic concepts of sin and forgiveness, realize the importance of the sacrament of penance to their lives, and view penance as a positive experience.

VCZ-301 A CHILD'S FIRST COMMUNION- (Pri); 20 min.; Guide; Liguori, 1988.

Through the use of simple analogies and explanations, Father Joe Kempf gives children preparing for First Communion a deeper understanding and appreciation of Jesus in the Eucharist.

VCZ-302 THE MASS FOR CHILDREN- (E); 33 min.; Guide; Liguori, 1993.

A group of unruly children are uninvolved during the celebration of the Mass. Father Maurice Nutt asks the children why they don't participate and finds they don't really understand. The video is Father Nutt's explanation with scenes from a mass celebration by Bishop Paul Zipfel.

VCZ-303 SACRED HEART KIDS CLUB SERIES- (Pre/Pri); 25 min. ea.; Society Devoted to Sacred Heart, 1986.

The videos in this series take place at a Catholic Kids Club directed by Sr. Jane. The stories are designed to help children in their personal and spiritual development.

.1 THE LOVE OF JESUS MADE VISIBLE- Uses mime, puppets, and flannel-board figures to explore how Jesus loves us. Includes the story of his raising a child from the dead. Shows how love also involves making correct decisions and taking responsibility for your actions.

.2 CHRISTMAS: GOD'S GREATEST GIFT, JESUS- The story of Christmas told in the Kid's Club by Sr. Jane. Emphasizes that Jesus is the most important gift ever given. People should remember that fact at holiday time, as well as all year long.

.3 CREATION- Video teaches the children to be thankful to God for his wonderful gifts and to show appreciation by taking care of these gifts and sharing them with others.

VCZ-304 THE MASS AND ME- (E); 13:39 min.; Guide; Brown/Roa, 1995.

The video explains the Mass to children in an understandable way. Can be used for 1st Communion preparation.

VCZ-305 THE ANGEL'S MASS LESSON- (E/JH); 13 min.; Guide; 23rd Publications, 1996.

The angel Veritas takes a boy, Danny, back in time to the second century. They visit a "house church" where early Christians have gathered to celebrate the Eucharist. After this experience of the joy of the early believers, Danny understands that celebrating Eucharist is a privilege and that his faith is a precious gift.

VCZ-306 THE ANGEL'S LENTEN LESSON- (E/JH); 14 min.; Guide; 23rd Publications, 1996.

Danny's guardian angel leads him through an unforgettable experience that helps him realize the importance of Lent in the church and in his own life.

VCZ-307 MARIA'S FIRST COMMUNION- (Pri); 10 min.; No guide; 23rd Publications, 1988.

The video show Maria's preparation for her first communion at home and at church. It includes the story of Jesus and the miracle of the loaves and fishes. At the end Maria receives her first communion.

VCZ-308 BERNADETTE; THE PRINCESS OF LOURDES - (E); 30 min.; No guide; Creative Communications Center, 1988.

In 1858 three girls from Lourdes, France, gathered firewood in front of a grotto. Suddenly one of them, Bernadette Soubirous, 14, dropped to her knees and gazed ecstatically at something beautiful only she could see and started to pray. The video is the story of Bernadette's experience and its effect upon her community.

VCZ-309 THE ANGEL'S PRAYER LESSON- (E/5th); Angel Callista, with help from her unseen angel friends, teaches children (ages 7-11) about prayer and the many forms it can take. She involves the students in praying prayers of praise and thanksgiving, prayers of petition, and prayers of sorrow. Callista also talks about the mass and the rosary.

VCZ-310 CELEBRATING OUR FAITH series with Father Joe Kempf- (E); 2 videos, 14 sessions total, 3-8 min. ea.; Guide; Brown-Roa, 1999.

Reconciliation and Eucharist are to be used for children's sacramental preparation. Each has an accompanying video for families. (See VCZ-516.)

.1 RECONCILIATION- (Grades 2-6); 6 parts.

The Reconciliation video consists of six brief sections and serves as a supplement to the children's textbooks.

Part One: We Belong (7 min.)

Part Two: We Celebrate God's Love (4 min.)

Part Three: We Hear Good News (6 min.)

Part Four: We Look at our Lives (5 min.)

Part Five: We Ask Forgiveness (8 min.)

Part Six: Remembering and Giving Thanks (4 min..)

.2 EUCHARIST- (E); 8 parts.

The Eucharist video consists of eight brief sections and is to be used as a supplement to the children's textbook. It contains an explanation of the Mass.

Part One: Belonging (4 min.)

Part Two: Invited to the Table (4 min.)

Part Three: Gathering to Celebrate (3 min.)

Part Four: Feasting on God's Word (4 min.)

Part Five: Offering Our Gifts (5 min.)

Part Six: Remembering and Giving Thanks (6 min.)

Part Seven: Sharing the Bread of Life (3 min.)

Part Eight: Going Forth to Love and Serve (8 min.)

VCZ-311 THE ANGEL'S FIRST COMMUNION LESSON- (E); 13 min.; guide; 23rd Publications, 1999.

Angels help children remember some of the basic information they need as they prepare for their first communion. The video topics include baptism, reconciliation, the mass, prayer, attending mass with your family, and reading the Bible.

VCZ-312 MASS FOR OLDER CHILDREN- (J/JH); 15 min.; Guide; St. Anthony Messenger Press, 1998.

From the earliest times, Christians gathered at least once a week to remind themselves of Jesus's life, death, and resurrection and to celebrate His presence still with them in the meal of the Eucharist. The video walks students gently through the Mass and challenges them to live it in their everyday lives.

VCZ-313 THE ANGEL'S FIRST RECONCILIATION LESSON- (E); 12 min.; Guide; 23rd Publications, 2000.

Children learn about forgiveness and the rite of Penance. Angels Michaela and Andre talk to the children about friendship. They explain that Jesus forgives sins in the sacrament of Reconciliation.

VCZ-314 THE NEW BIRTH DAY CLUB: A Video on Baptism- (E); 15 min. Guide; St. Anthony Messenger Press, 1989.

A young boy named Charlie wants to be a member of the New Birth Day Club. As the children build the clubhouse and initiate Charlie into the neighborhood club, the symbols and gestures used in the rite of Baptism are explored.

VCZ-315 THE ANGEL'S CHURCH YEAR LESSON- (E); 12 min.; Guide; 23rd Publications, 2001.

Angel Vita helps children learn about what happened to Jesus in each church season, including Advent, Christmas, Epiphany, Lent, Easter, Pentecost, and ordinary time.

VCZ-316 JUAN DIEGO: MESSENGER OF GUADALUPE- (K/E); 30 min.; No guide; Cartoon Animation; Oblate Media and Communication, 2003.

This beautifully animated program tells how Our Lady appeared to a poor Aztec Indian on the Tepeyac Hill in Mexico. Juan Diego needed a miracle to convince his bishop that the Virgin Mary had appeared to him and requested that a church be built in her honor. God provided the miracle.

VCZ-317   MARY AND THE ROSARY - (E); 13 min.; Guide; Videos with Values, 2004.

An angel appears to Alex to help him understand what the rosary is all about. All four mysteries are presented and explained in age-appropriate language so that young audiences will understand that the rosary is a very special way to get in touch with Jesus and Mary.

VCZ-318 THE ANGEL’S SACRAMENT LESSON - (E); 11 min.; Guide; 23rd Publications, 2004.

Angel Christina describes for children the seven sacraments of the church, saying they are special ways to meet Jesus and receive his blessing. She shares some of the outward signs of the sacraments like water, chrism, rings, and bread and wine.

DVZ-319 CATHOLIC BASICS FOR KIDS - (J/JH); 52 min; downloadable guide; Videos with Values, 2000.

The DVD includes four programs.

        (1) WHAT IS THE BIBLE? (16 min.)
        The story of God's love for us has two parts in the Bible. In the Hebrew Scriptures (God's loving relationship with Israel), we learn the story through the Law (Torah), Historical Books, Wisdom Books, and Prophetic Books. In the Christian Scriptures (God's loving relationship with us in Jesus). we learn the story through the Gospels, Acts of the Apostles, Letters, and the Book of Revelation. The video helps children deepen their appreciation and understanding of the Bible as God's Word for their daily lives and helps them realize that God's friendship with us will never end.
        (2) WHAT IS A SACRAMENT? (11 min.)
The DVD teaches an appreciation of sacraments as actions and expressions of God’s love within the Christian community.
        (3) WHAT IS THE CHURCH? (12 min.)
The Church is the Family of God, a sign of God's presence in the world, a sign that points out Christ to others. This video explores the meanings of home church, parish church, and world church and challenges believers to become a faith community that continues to do what Jesus did and taught in caring about others, especially the poor and needy. (also on videocassette – VCC-309.)
        (4) A TOUR OF OUR PARISH CHURCH (12 min.)
This session shows a tour of a Catholic Church with older students as they learn the names and discover the meaning of the objects of the Catholic faith that help believers remember and celebrate God’s presence.