Northern California Ecumenical
Media Resource Center

VCZ-505 OUR CHILDREN - OUR FUTURE- (Y/A); l7:40 min.; No guide; Videostrip with some live action; Catholic Relief Services.

Shows the activities of the Catholic Relief Services on behalf of the children of the world who live in poverty.

VCZ-506 YOUR BABY'S BAPTISM- (A); 20 min.; Guide; Liguori, 1991.

Parents will find new insights into the meaning of baptism for themselves and the church community as they watch Father Joe Kempf help several couples understand the significance, the symbols, and the celebration of baptism.

VCZ-508 LORD OF LIFE: BAPTISM- (Y); 18 min.; Guide; Brown-Roa, 1990.

The video touches briefly on each of the seven sacraments as an opportunity for God to enter our lives in a special way. Through Scripture (Matt. 28:18-20 and Acts 2:36-41) history, theology, and celebration, the viewer is brought to a clearer understanding of the sacrament of baptism.

VCZ-509 CONFIRMATION: SEALED WITH THE SPIRIT- (HS); 6 sessions; 56 min.; Guide; Brown-Roa, 1996.

The six episodes of the video are:

Ep.1 - A. Preparing for Confirmation

B. Who is Jesus to you?

Ep. 2 - A. Teamwork B. Being a Disciple

Ep. 3 - A. Living the Gospel B. The Gameplan

Ep. 4 - A. Jesus at Work Today B. Service

Ep. 5 - A. A Sense of the Spirit B. The Gifts

Ep. 6 - A. The Rite of Confirmation

B. Making the Choice.

VCZ-510 WITH BURNING HEARTS by Henri Nouwen- (A); 25 min.; No guide; Orbis Video, 1995.

Shows how the Eucharist is an intensely human experience: sadness and loss, attentiveness and invitation, intimacy and engagement. Useful for Eucharistic ministers, RCIA, sacramental preparation classes, small Christian communities, and for anyone looking for inspiration.

VCZ-511 A DIFFERENT PATH- (A); 60 min.; Guide; U.S. Cath. Conference, 1996.

The video offers a rare look at the lives of women religious in two diverse communities: the Benedictine Sisters of Perpetual Adoration in Clyde, Missouri, who spend their days in prayer, and the sisters of St. Joseph in Brooklyn, New York, who are involved in education and work with the poor.

VCZ-512 THE EARTH IS THE LORD'S- (A); 12:46 min.; Guide; United States Catholic Conference, 1995.

With vivid images of the natural gifts of the earth, this video calls us to be accountable for what we do--or fail to do--to respect, preserve, and care for God's presence in human life and all creation. The seven themes offered by the U.S. bishops in their pastoral statement of Renewing the Earth are presented.

VCZ-513 HALF A MILLION STRONG- (Y); 33 min.; No guide; Veritas Communications, 1989.

Catholic youth from around the world join in Santiago, Spain, to celebrate their universal Catholic faith. The video features: the Pope's youth rally and mass, church history, morality, and faith--testimonies by youth from around the world. Customs, songs, and prayers from many cultures are shown.

VCZ-514 LIFE WORK- (JH/A); 60 min.; No guide; Life Work Press, 1997.

This video will help the viewer discover God's call through the challenging advice and inspiring commentary of people who have found true joy in living out their life's vocation and mission. It deals with the question: How do you know exactly what God is calling you to be? How can you see and follow God's special plan for you?

VCZ-515 GATEWAY TO FAITH- (Y/A); 60 min.; No guide; Brown-Roa, 1999.

This commemorative video is a historic record of the papal visit of Pope John Paul II to St. Louis, Missouri, in January, 1999.

VCZ-516 CELEBRATING OUR FAITH with Father Joe Kempf- (A); 2 videos; 8 sessions total; Guide; Brown-Roa, 1999.

The two videos in this series are for the training of parents to help them prepare their children for the sacraments of Reconciliation and Eucharist. For the children's videos see VCZ-310.1 & .2.

.1 RECONCILIATION is for those helping prepare children for the Sacrament of Reconciliation. The guide includes suggestions for parent meetings and prayer services.

Part one (24 min.) Through the parable of the prodigal son, Father Joe Kempf teaches about sin, the incredible forgiveness of God and the gift of the Sacrament of Reconciliation.

Part two (18 min.) The Rite of Reconciliation is demonstrated in a simple and inviting manner. This episode also addresses many of the common questions regarding this sacrament.

Part three (7 min.) The importance of parents in the faith lives of their children is addressed.

Part four (9 min.) By means of a guided prayer meditation, Father Joe leads parents to a tender and moving experience of the love of God in their hearts for their children.

.2 EUCHARIST is for those helping the children prepare for Eucharist. The guide includes suggestions for parent meetings and prayer services.

Part one (18 min.) In the Eucharist God feeds the deepest hungers of our hearts through the gathering itself, the Word, and the sharing of the Body and Blood of Christ.

Part two (12 min.) Father Joe discusses the importance of parents in the faith lives of their children.

Part three (9 min.) This episode offers some perspective on helping to assure that the children will stay close to Jesus throughout their lives.

Part four (9 min.) In a tender and moving guided prayer meditation, viewers are invited to see again the quiet presence of God in their own family and in the Eucharist.

VCZ-517 SHARING THE PATH TO CONFIRMATION with Bishop Pierre DuMaine- (A); 17 min.; Guide; Catholic Telemedia Network, 1997.

The video helps parents and sponsors gain a better understanding of the confirmation sacrament and the importance of supporting young people in their preparation for Confirmation and beyond.

VCZ-518 CARRY THE LIGHT- (Y); 23 min.; Guide; Videos, with Values, 2000.