500X - Christmas

- X - (Christmas)

VCX-500 PREPARING FOR CHRISTMAS: AN ADVENT PROGRAM FOR THE FAMILY- (C/A); 60 min.; No guide; Franciscan Communications, 1986.

Father Anthony Scannell guides viewer through Scriptures, stories, and music that reveal the true meaning of Christmas and Advent.

VCX-501 NATIVITY- (J/A); 10 min.; no guide; UMCOM Productions, 1985.

The story of the Nativity is told in a warm and sensitive way through focusing on over 70 creches from around the world.

VCX-502 AMAHL AND THE NIGHT VISITORS- (J/A); 45 min.; Video Arts International, 1978.

The traditional opera of the little crippled boy and the Magi and the miracle of healing resulting from his unselfishness. Performed by the London Philharmonic Orchestra.

VCX-503 ROUGH EDGES- (Y/A); 24 min.; No Guide; EcuFilm, 1994.

A vandalized Nativity scene and a park bench set the stage for a delightful, poignant drama that forces two women from "different sides of the track" to discover the true meaning of Christmas.

VCX-504 CHRISTMAS ACROSS AMERICA- (C/A); 40 min. No guide; The Bridgestone Group, 1990.

A musical portrait depicting some of the ways Christmas is celebrated across the United States. Some of the favorite carols are played in the background.

VCX-505 HAVE YOURSELVES A MERRY LITTLE CHRISTMAS- (Y/A); 17:50 min.; Guide, Videostrip; Mass Media, 1995.

Enables people to examine the contemporary celebration of Christmas in light of its rich traditions and the faith which gives the holiday meaning. Video encourages people to reflect on their own traditions and to try to make Christmas celebrations less consumer-oriented and more meaningful.

VCX-506 THE MUSIC OF CHRISTMAS- (Y/A); 60 min.; No guide; Questar Video, Inc., 1993.

The musical pageantry of nine great church choirs celebrates the birth of Jesus. These magnificent choirs, most with more than 100 voices accompanied by orchestras, bring the music and joy of Christmas to the viewer.

VCX-507 STAR OVER BETHLEHEM- (A); 30 min.; No guide; Biblical Productions, 1986.

Filmed on a modern Christmas Eve in the Holy Land, the video shows the Christmas story in a unique way. The film is laced with rites, ancient traditions, Biblical sights, and ancient chants.

VCX-508 MY FAVORITE CHRISTMAS- (Y/A); 24:30 min; No guide; EcuFilm, 1996.

Tells of the Christmas miracle that happens in people when they least expect it, the miracle of a broken heart and opened eyes. It is the story of how the last thing we'd ever want could be the one thing we need the most.

VCX-509 CHRISTMAS UNWRAPPED; THE HISTORY OF CHRISTMAS- (Y/A); 52 min.; No guide; A & E Videos, 1997.

Take an enchanting tour through the history of Christmas and trace the origin of its enduring traditions. In early times the infant religion embraced pagan solstice festivals like the Roman Saturnalia and turned it into a commemoration of the birth of Jesus. The history of the Christmas tree and St. Nick are also included.

VCX-510 A NORMAN ROCKWELL CHRISTMAS- (J/A); 52 min.; No guide; Bridgestone, 1995.

The Christmas Story is based on the famous painting by Norman Rockwell. Samuel Cavanaugh, a Scrooge-like character, fondly revisits an old frozen swimming hole each year to relive happier times. There he meets Michael Grant, an unhappy boy. Mr. Cavanaugh befriends Michael and gives him new hope.

VCX-511 BETHLEHEM YEAR ZERO- (Y/A); 6 segments; 90 min.; No guide; Videos with Values, 1995.

This program presented in news format sheds new light on the events and circumstances surrounding the birth of Jesus. The incidents are reported by on-the-scene correspondents as if TV news were covering them today. It tries to set it in the real political and social context of the time based on the best available sources and research.

DVX-512        NATIVITY: THE ART AND SPIRIT OF THE CRÈCHE- (Y/A); 30 min.; EcuFilm,
        This DVD unites theologians and collectors with an astonishing and beautiful array of nativity scenes collected from across the globe.

DVX-513        THE TRUE CHRISTMAS STORY with Ray Vander Laan- (A); 25 min.; Guide; Vision Video,
        Ray Vander Laan takes viewers to the Holy Land to discover fascinating truths about events surrounding the birth of Jesus. The archaeological evidence is woven together with Biblical teachings and the historical record to contrast two kings--Herod and Jesus. The DVD is inspirational as well as informative.

DVX-514          MYSTERY OF THE THREE KINGS- (Y/A); 48 min., + (11 min., 46 min.); No Guide; Vision Video, 2003.

Viewers join the search for the origins of the Three Wise Men and learn the secrets of the gifts they brought for Jesus. They explore new evidence about the Bethlehem Star. Journeying into a world of prophets and ancient myths, they gain new insights into the early tradition of the Wise Men from long-hidden frescoes to dusty sacred texts and beautiful mosaics in early churches. DVD Extra Features:
    - Babylon: City of the Magi (11 min.) narrated by Pierce Brosnan and Helena
    - The First Pilgrim to the Land of Jesus (46 min.) narrated by Ben Kingsley.

DVX-515    ADVENT CALENDARS ON DVD-

   .1   ADVENT CALENDAR ON DVD 1 - (C/A); 25 mini-documentaries of 3-4 min. ea.; No guide; narrated with photos; Vision Video, 2007.   Documentaries of 3-4 min. ea..
        Make your Christmas like none other as you discover where such Christmas features as the wreath, mistletoe, candy cane, Christmas trees, gift-giving, and the 12 days of Christmas all came from. You will find out the stories behind Santa Claus, Rudolph, the Nutcracker, the Christmas Angels, Handel’s Messiah, and the Fourth Wise Man. It provides a Christmas experience the whole family will enjoy. EXTRAS include: coloring book, scripts for all 25 days, daily Bible readings, Christmas music, and the Christmas Story found in the Gospels of Matthew and Luke.
    .2    ADVENT CALENDAR ON DVD 2: CHRISTMAS CAROL EDITION- (C/A) 25 segments, 3 to 4 min. ea.; Total – 115 min.; PDF file of scripts, coloring book and daily Bible readings; EcuFilm, 2008.
        Explore the wonders of Bethlehem revealed in the stories of treasured songs and carols and enjoy new arrangements of traditional Christmas favorites by award-winning composer Steven Bias.