The Lending Library of the Office for Evangelization (OFE) is an ongoing resource program specifically designed for the parishes of the Archdiocese of Newark. The OFE houses a variety of DVD programs that are available for loan on a temporary basis. Below is a listing of what is currently available along with a short description, how many sessions per program, length of each program, and other details. Pastors, administrators, and ministry leaders are encouraged to contact the office to learn more about each DVD program. The Office for Evangelization will meet with pastors and ministry leaders who require a more in depth discussion regarding which DVD program is best for their parish.
For more information or to speak with someone about these and other programs, please call Fr John Gordon 973-497-4353/john.gordon@rcan.org.
Description of Terms:
Sessions: the number of sessions which are included in the DVD program
Session Length: overall length of time it takes to go through one session (prayer, reflection, viewing, discussion, breaks, ending)
DVD Length (mins): number of minutes per session
Audience: who the program is geared towards-Adult, Teen, Children, Young Adult, Women,
Language: notes which language the program is in - English, Spanish, other
Group Discussion: whether group discussion material is included
Website: will give a direct link to the product
Publisher: will give the publishing company
Price: cost of DVD packet and what is included.
Any additional information regarding specific programs can be found online.
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BISHOP ROBERT BARRON
Catholicism by Bishop Robert Barron, written by Carl E. Olson
Journey around the world and deep into the Catholic Faith in all its richness, history, beauty, goodness, and truth in breathtaking, high-definition cinematography. Travel with acclaimed author, speaker and theologian Bishop Robert Barron to more than 50 locations throughout 15 countries. You'll be illuminated by the spiritual and artistic treasures of this global culture, claiming more than one billion of Earth’s people. From the sacred lands of Israel to the beating heart of Uganda; from the glorious shrines of Italy, France, and Spain to the streets of Mexico, Kolkata, and New York City; the fullness of CATHOLICISM is revealed.
Sessions: 10
Session Length each (hrs): 2
DVD Length (mins): 60
Audience: Adult
Language: English and Spanish
Group Discussion: Yes
Website: www.wordonfire.org
Publisher: Word On Fire
Price: $199.95. Pack includes: DVD set; Leader Guide (Includes facilitator's how-to guide, the complete study guide, and the suggested responses to questions); Catholicism book; 40 prayer cards for the New Evangelization; Faith Clips DVD. Leader Guide also sold separately $34.95. Student workbook also sold separately $24.95.
Catholicism: The New Evangelization by Brandon Vogt & Peggy Pandaleon, based on the documentary created by Bishop Robert Barron.
The Catholic Faith is not about myths or legends, symbols or literary devices. It is an encounter with Jesus Christ. Throughout history, the call of Christ has sent people to the corners of the earth with a message of great joy; a message that has built civilizations, inspired cultures, and even sent some to prisons or their graves. We have the same call: sharing the New Evangelization. This documentary series from Bishop Barron’s Word on Fire continues the story of CATHOLICISM, exploring the Church’s mission and the challenges of contemporary culture. In the original CATHOLICISM series, Bishop Barron took us on a journey around the world and deep into the Faith. Now, experience this Faith in action in CATHOLICISM: The New Evangelization. This 90-minute film defines the “New Evangelization" and takes us on a fascinating tour to witness examples of new ardor, new expressions, and new methods of evangelization in action.
Sessions: 8
Session Length each (hrs): 2
DVD Length (mins): 1 hour each
Audience: Adult
Language: English
Group Discussion: Yes
Website: www.wordonfire.org
Publisher: Word On Fire
Price: $99.95. Pack includes: DVD set; Leader Guide (Includes facilitator's how-to guide, the complete Study Guide, and the suggested responses to questions); 40 Prayer Cards for the New Evangelization. Leader Guide also sold separately $39.95. Student workbook also sold separately $24.95.
Catholicism: The Pivotal Players by Bishop Robert Barron
This sequel to the legendary CATHOLICISM series includes the Emmy-nominated Michelangelo episode, and has aired hundreds of times on public television stations. You'll discover the places where St. Thomas Aquinas lived, learned, and wrote. Visit the countryside where St. Francis gathered a group of friars and revived the Church. See the places where St. Catherine of Siena ministered and prayed. Trek through England to where Bl. John Henry Newman and G.K. Chesterton left their mark and sparked an English Catholic revival. And through unprecedented HD footage, marvel at the extraordinary art of Michelangelo, from his David statue in Florence, to the Pietà at St. Peter's, to the Sistine Chapel.
Sessions: 6
Session Length each (hrs): 2
DVD Length (mins): 30
Audience: Adult
Language: English and Spanish
Group Discussion: Yes
Website: www.wordonfire.org
Publisher: Word On Fire
Price: $229.95. Pack includes: DVD set; Leader Guide (Includes facilitator's how-to guide, the complete Study Guide, and the suggested responses to questions); 120 Prayer Cards; Paperback book Praying with the Pivotal Players by Amy Welborn. Leader Guide also sold separately $49.95. Student workbook also sold separately $24.95.
Conversion by Bishop Robert Barron, written by Amy Welborn
In this film and study program, Bishop Robert Barron illuminates six biblical stories of conversion, demonstrating how six ordinary people, just like you, were met by Jesus where they were and called to a better life through him. The common theme in each story is the turning of all one's attention and energy toward an ever deeper, personal relationship with Jesus Christ.
Sessions: 7
Session Length each (hrs): 2
DVD Length (mins): 30
Audience: Adult
Language: English and Spanish
Group Discussion: Yes
Website: www.wordonfire.org
Publisher: Word On Fire
Price: $64.95. Pack includes: DVD set; Leader’s Guide; 40 prayer cards. Leader guide also sold separtely $29.95. Student workbooks sold separately $14.95
David the King by Bishop Robert Barron, written by Dr. Jacob Wood.
David is the paradigmatic king in the Old Testament. His kingship recalls that of Adam in the Garden of Eden, and yet it points toward the King par excellence, Jesus Christ. In David the King, Bishop Barron helps us to understand this pivotal figure in light of the first king and the King of kings. Adam was the first king and steward of the rightly ordered Garden of Eden. He was called to govern the garden according to God’s mind and purpose, but by allowing negative influences to wreak havoc on Eden, he did not fulfill his kingly responsibility. Long after Adam, David emerged as the definitive king who would restore order in the Garden and bring the world under the lordship of God. But like Adam, David fell, and his reign ushered in a succession of compromised kings and rejected prophets. The New Testament, however, foretold a son of David who would realize the fullness of Israelite kingship...but whose actual reign defied expectation. King David causes us to look back toward Adam’s kingship and forward toward Christ the King, seeing Christ as the fulfillment of the Davidic line and the realization of the Kingdom of God on earth.
Sessions: 6
Session Length each (hrs): 2
DVD Length (mins): 30
Audience: Adult
Language: English and Spanish
Group Discussion: Yes
Website: www.wordonfire.org
Publisher: Word On Fire
Price: $129.95. Pack includes: DVD set; Leader Guide (Includes facilitator's how-to guide, the complete study guide, and the suggested responses to questions); 2 Samuel paperback; 10 Called to Kingship booklets. Leader Guide also sold separately $39.95. Student workbook sold separately $24.95.
Eucharist: Sacred Meal, Sacrifice, Real Presence by Bishop Robert Barron
Bishop Barron offers inspiring insights into the mystery of Christ's presence in our lives and the centrality of the Eucharist as an important part of that presence. So many believers do not understand the Eucharist, which Vatican II said is the “source and summit of the Christian life.” This fresh look at the Eucharist brings to light its reality as sacred meal, the sacrifice necessary for communion with God, and the real presence of Christ.
Sessions: 4
Session Length each (hrs): 2
DVD Length (mins): 30
Audience: Adult
Language: English and Spanish
Group Discussion: Yes
Website: www.wordonfire.org
Publisher: Word On Fire
Price: $64.95. Pack includes: DVD set; Leader Guide (Includes facilitator's how-to guide, the complete study guide, and the suggested responses to questions); Paperback Eucharist book. Leader Guide also sold separately $29.95. Student workbook sold separately $14.95.
The Mystery of God: Who God is and Why He Matters by Bishop Robert Barron, written by Trent Horn and Peggy Pandaleon
Who is God? Why does he matter? You'll not only discover the answers yourself but also how to share them with others, especially those who no longer believe. Over the course of six sessions, you'll reach into our rich intellectual tradition. Using the insights of St. Augustine, St. Thomas Aquinas, Pope Benedict XVI, you'll uncover a clear yet sophisticated understanding of what we mean by “God."
Sessions: 6
Session Length each (hrs): 2
DVD Length (mins): 30
Audience: Adult
Language: English and Spanish
Group Discussion: Yes
Website: www.wordonfire.org
Publisher: Word On Fire
Price: $99.95. Pack includes: DVD set; Leader’s Guide; 10 Pocket Guide to Answering Atheists. Leader Guide also sold separately $39.95. Student workbooks sold separately $24.95
Priest, Prophet, King by Bishop Robert Baron, written by Carl Olson and Peggy Pandaleon
Who was Jesus, this itinerant preacher whom many called the Messiah? In Priest, Prophet, King, you’ll discover Jesus as the Anointed One; the ultimate priest, prophet, and king foreshadowed throughout the Hebrew Scriptures. Using biblical insights and engaging stories, Bishop Barron affirms that we see Jesus most clearly through the lens of the Old Testament. Through the presentation of Priest, Prophet, King, you will better understand Jesus, become more familiar with Scripture, and realize your own priestly, prophetic, and kingly mission.
Sessions: 6
Session Length each (hrs): 2
DVD Length (mins): 30
Audience: Adult
Language: English and Spanish
Group Discussion: Yes
Website: www.wordonfire.org
Publisher: Word On Fire
Price: $99.95. Pack includes: DVD set; Leader Guide (Includes facilitator's how-to guide, the complete study guide, and the suggested responses to questions); 40 prayer cards. Leader Guide also sold separately $39.95. Student workbook sold separately $24.95
Seven Deadly Sins, Seven Lively Virtues by Bishop Robert Barron
Join Bishop Robert Barron for this engaging presentation concerning the seven deadly sins, those great spiritual blocks that inhibit our flourishing in relationship with God and one another. Based on Dante’s writings, the seven deadly sins correspond to the seven levels of Dante’s Mt. Purgatory. Pride, Envy, Anger, Sloth, Gluttony, Avarice, and Lust are all presented as patterns of dysfunction within us that lead to unhappiness. However, Bishop Barron shows us how to counteract these seven sinful patterns through a conscious process of opposition, which are the “seven lively virtues." The seven lively virtues offer antidotes to each sin and help set us on the right path to healing and happiness.
Sessions: 8
Session Length each (hrs): 2
DVD Length (mins): 30
Audience: Adult
Language: English and Spanish
Group Discussion: Yes
Website: www.wordonfire.org
Publisher: Word On Fire
Price: $64.95. Pack includes: 1-Disc DVD set; Leader Guide (Includes facilitator's how-to guide, the complete study guide, and the suggested responses to questions); 20 Examination of Conscience cards. Leader Guide also sold separately $29.95. Study Guide $14.95.
Untold Blessing: Three Paths to Holiness by Bishop Robert Barron
Our ultimate goal is to be a saint. It is our greatest calling and what our Creator desires for us.
Bishop Robert Barron paints the beautiful and mysterious image of what it takes to be a follower of Jesus Christ. He lays out three intriguing paths to holiness:
1. Finding the Center
2. Knowing You’re a Sinner
3. Realizing Your Life is Not About You
Sessions: 7
Session Length each (hrs): 2
DVD Length (mins): 25
Audience: Adult
Language: English and Spanish
Group Discussion: Yes
Website: www.wordonfire.org
Publisher: Word On Fire
Price: $64.95. Pack includes: 2-Disc DVD set in English and Spanish; Leader Guide; the book The Strangest Way. Leader Guide also sold separately $29.95. Student Book $14.95
BIBLE STUDY
Acts: The Spread of the Kingdom by Jeff Cavins and Sarah Christmyer
Acts: The Spread of the Kingdom is a rich Bible study that shows how the Church, the Kingdom of Heaven on earth, is empowered by the Holy Spirit to continue the work of Christ in the world. The book of Acts portrays the Church as teaching, preaching, and healing in the same way that Jesus did. It follows the journeys of the apostles as they preach the Good News and expand the Kingdom of Heaven throughout the earth. The Acts of the Apostles also provides an historic framework for understanding the rest of the New Testament. Paul’s letters in particular come alive in a new way when they are read within the context of the Acts narrative.
Sessions: 20
Session Length each (hrs): 2
DVD Length (mins): 50
Audience: Adult
Language: English
Group Discussion: Yes
Website: www.ascensionpress.com
Publisher: Ascension Press
Price: $199.00. Pack includes DVD and Study Set. Leader Guide also sold separately $28.95. Student workbook also sold separately $28.95.
The Bible Timeline: The Story of Salvation by Jeff Cavins, Tim Gray and Sarah Christmyer
The Great Adventure Catholic Bible study program is designed in such a way that anyone can make sense of the Bible and experience the life-changing power of God’s Word. Hundreds of thousands of people have found new meaning in their lives after going through The Great Adventure Bible studies. The key to understanding the Bible is finding the story that ties it all together. The Great Adventure Bible Timeline learning system makes the complex simple by helping you to uncover the story woven through Scripture, so that you can make sense of it.
Sessions: 24
Session Length each (hrs): 2
DVD Length (mins): 50
Audience: Adult
Language: English
Group Discussion: Yes
Website: www.ascensionpress.com
Publisher: Ascension Press
Price: $199.00. Pack includes DVD and Study Set. Additional Study Set also sold separately $34.95
Come and See Catholic Bible Study series Fr Joseph Ponessa, S.S.D. and Laurie Watson Manhardt, Ph,D
Especially designed for families to do together, the Come and See Catholic Bible Study series presents the rich heritage of the Catholic faith in clear and simple language. With its practical direction for leaders, easy-to-use workbook format, and appealing design, this Bible study series is ideal for use in classrooms, home study, or parish catechesis. This series uses inductive and deductive learning, the Catechism of the Catholic Church, and the writings of popes and saints to unlock an ancient treasure and show its current application. The Come and See series is ideal for group or personal Scripture Study.
Sessions: Various workbooks
Session Length each (hrs): 2
DVD Length (mins): Accompanying/sold separately
Audience: Adult
Language: English
Group Discussion: Yes
Website: www.stpaulcenter.com
Publisher: St Paul Center
Price: $24.95 each book; $99.95 Accompanying DVD sold separately.
Genesis by Fr Joseph Ponessa, S.S.D. and Laurie Watson Manhardt, Ph,D - Come and See: Genesis presents the fifty chapters of Genesis in a twenty-two chapter format. The intriguing commentary offers a view of creation that respects natural science, biology, geology, and anthropology. Pope Benedict XVI’s writings augment the commentaries.
Moses and the Torah by Fr Joseph Ponessa, S.S.D. and Laurie Watson Manhardt, Ph,D - Come and See: Moses and the Torah highlights four of five books of the Torah, the “law” given by God to Moses. Learn how God reveals Himself to Moses, delivers His chosen people from slavery in Egypt, and gives the law that will govern their lives. Study the relevant passages of Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers, and Deuteronomy over the course of twenty-two lessons to deepen your understanding of salvation history.
David and the Psalms by Fr Joseph Ponessa, S.S.D. and Laurie Watson Manhardt, Ph,D - Come and See: David and the Psalms is a Catholic Bible study that covers the the Book of Psalms, Ruth, and 1 and 2 Samuel. As author Fr. Joseph L. Ponessa explains, “Praying the Psalms is Davidic, Christ-like, and godly.” This study provides rich context and background to important books of the Old Testament, relating them to the New Testament and the life of the Church today.
The Rise and Fall of Ancient Israel by Fr Joseph Ponessa, S.S.D., Laurie Watson Manhardt, Ph,D, and Sharon Doran, M.A. - Come and See: The Rise and Fall of Ancient Israel is a Catholic Bible study that chronicles the experience of God’s Chosen people. The author commentary guides you through the Old Testament books of Joshua, Judges, 1 and 2 Kings, 1 and 2 Chronicles, Jeremiah, Lamentations, Hosea, Amos, and Obadiah and explains the history and spiritual lessons recorded in these books of Sacred Scripture.
The Synoptics (Matthew, Mark, Luke) by Msgr. Jan Majernik, S.T.D., Fr Joseph Ponessa, S.S.D. and Laurie Watson Manhardt, Ph,D - Come and See: The Synoptics invites you on a journey through the Holy Land and the Gospel texts of Matthew, Mark, and Luke. Drawing from both biblical archeology and the writings of the early Church Fathers, this study compares parallel passages from the three Synoptic Gospels to construct a vivid picture of the life and mission of Jesus Christ.
The Gospel of Mark by Most Rev Jan Liesen, S.S.D. and Laurie Watson Manhardt, Ph,D - Come and See: The Gospel of Mark examines the life and ministry of Jesus Christ according to St. Mark. The authors helpful commentary on Mark’s narration of the Good News highlights the healings, parables, teachings, exorcisms, and miracles of Jesus that underline the Gospel writer’s important message: that Jesus is the Son of God.
The Gospel of John by Fr Joseph Ponessa, S.S.D. and Laurie Watson Manhardt, Ph,D - The Scripture scholarship of Fr. Joseph Ponessa and the teaching expertise of Laurie Manhardt have again produced an exceptional Catholic Bible study, The Gospel of John. The authors employ both inductive and deductive teaching methods to provide the reader with a thorough understanding of the Gospel. They take nothing for granted as they open the Book of John and the teaching of the Church in a manner both didactic and inspirational.
Acts and Letters by Fr Joseph Ponessa, S.S.D. and Laurie Watson Manhardt, Ph,D - Come and See: Acts and Letters is a Catholic Bible study that covers the Acts of the Apostles and ten Pauline letters: 1 and 2 Thessalonians, Philippians, 1 and 2 Corinthians, Ephesians, Romans, Galatians, Colossians, and Philemon. This study reveals the relationship between the history presented in Acts and the emergence of the Church chronicled through the letters of St. Paul.
Prophets and Apostles by Fr Joseph Ponessa, S.S.D. and Laurie Watson Manhardt, Ph,D - Come and See: Prophets and Apostles renews interest in the important messages of various prophets and apostles. This Bible study looks at the letters of James, John, Peter, and other apostles and the books of Habakkuk, Nahum, Michah, Daniel, and other Old Testament prophets.
David the King by Bishop Robert Barron, written by Dr. Jacob Wood.
David is the paradigmatic king in the Old Testament. His kingship recalls that of Adam in the Garden of Eden, and yet it points toward the King par excellence, Jesus Christ. In David the King, Bishop Barron helps us to understand this pivotal figure in light of the first king and the King of kings. Adam was the first king and steward of the rightly ordered Garden of Eden. He was called to govern the garden according to God’s mind and purpose, but by allowing negative influences to wreak havoc on Eden, he did not fulfill his kingly responsibility. Long after Adam, David emerged as the definitive king who would restore order in the Garden and bring the world under the lordship of God. But like Adam, David fell, and his reign ushered in a succession of compromised kings and rejected prophets. The New Testament, however, foretold a son of David who would realize the fullness of Israelite kingship...but whose actual reign defied expectation.
King David causes us to look back toward Adam’s kingship and forward toward Christ the King, seeing Christ as the fulfillment of the Davidic line and the realization of the Kingdom of God on earth.
Sessions: 6
Session Length each (hrs): 2
DVD Length (mins): 30
Audience: Adult
Language: English and Spanish
Group Discussion: Yes
Website: www.wordonfire.org
Publisher: Word On Fire
Price: $129.95. Pack includes: DVD set; Leader Guide (Includes facilitator's how-to guide, the complete study guide, and the suggested responses to questions); 2 Samuel paperback; 10 Called to Kingship booklets. Leader Guide also sold separately $39.95. Student workbook sold separately $24.95.
Exodus: Call to Freedom by Tim Gray and Scott Powell
The Exodus can be viewed as the defining moment in Israel's history, for it was then that God called Israel out of slavery in Egypt and to a life of freedom as His people. Exodus: Called to Freedom looks through the lens of Christ and the Church to show that, more than just seeking to free His people from the domination of Pharaoh, God desired to free His people from the far more sinister tyranny of sin, so they could live the authentic freedom that belongs to children of God. Because of this, the Exodus story is not just Israel's story, it is our story as well; it tells us who God is and what He calls us to be.
Sessions: 10
Session Length each (hrs): 2
DVD Length (mins): 30
Audience: Adult
Language: English
Group Discussion: Yes
Website: www.ascensionpress.com
Publisher: Ascension Press
Price: $99.00. Pack includes DVD and Study Set. Additional Study Set sold separately $24.95
First Corinthians: The Church and the Christian Community by Tim Gray
The conflicts of the early Christians in Corinth are in many ways similar to our struggles today as Christians. With divisions, immorality, persecution, and other trials of the faithful, the message of St. Paul to the Corinthians is a much-needed message for our own times. First Corinthians: The Church and the Christian Community explores the key elements that the apostle Paul introduced to a new and growing Church. St. Paul taught the Corinthians about the nature of grace and the Church as the Body of Christ. In addition, he introduced the Corinthian Christians to the most powerful gift of all, the Eucharist.
Sessions: 11
Session Length each (hrs): 2
DVD Length (mins): 30
Audience: Adult
Language: English
Group Discussion: Yes
Website: www.ascensionpress.com
Publisher: Ascension Press
Price: $99.00. Pack includes DVD and Study Set. Additional Study Set sold separately $24.95.
Follow Me: Meeting Jesus in the Gospel of John by Edward Sri
Following Christ takes more than simply believing in him or doing what he asks of us. Jesus wants you to be more than just a believer — He wants you to be his disciple and friend. Follow Me: Meeting Jesus in the Gospel of John is your guide to a personal encounter with Christ. As the Good Shepherd, Jesus seeks after us. He comes to meet us and beckons us to follow him. He calls us to be his disciples, to trust him, to open ourselves to his merciful love, and to love others as he has loved us. Follow Me invites you to experience the joy of a renewed friendship with Christ. You will: learn what it takes to follow Christ; discover the joy of divine friendship; see how God, and only God, can satisfy the deepest desires of your heart.
Sessions: 8
Session Length each (hrs): 2
DVD Length (mins): 30
Audience: Adult
Language: English
Group Discussion: Yes
Website: www.ascensionpress.com
Publisher: Ascension Press
Price: $99.00. Pack includes DVD Set, Leader’s Guide (24.95 ea) and Student Workbook (19.95 ea)
Galatians: Set Free to Live by Jeff Cavins and Gayle Somers
Paul’s letter to the Galatians speaks directly to the heart of Christians and addresses the most important question we can ask: “What must we do to be saved?” This fascinating letter reveals the merciful love that God the Father has for us, his children. It speaks of the extraordinary gift of salvation that Jesus has won for us, and it explains how we can unite ourselves to Christ’s redeeming sacrifice through faith and love. Galatians is a study that will reignite your love for God as you learn of the astonishing love God has for you.
Sessions: 8
Session Length each (hrs): 2
DVD Length (mins): 30
Audience: Adult
Language: English
Group Discussion: Yes
Website: www.ascensionpress.com
Publisher: Ascension Press
Price: $99.00. Pack includes DVD and Study Set. Additional Study Set sold separately $24.95.
James: Pearls for Wise Living by Jeff Cavins and Sarah Christmyer
James is one of the most practical books of the Bible. Like the book of Proverbs, it is a book of wisdom, a collection of teachings on issues faced by ordinary Christians in everyday life. These teachings speak loudly to all those who feel torn between the competing demands of this world and their faith. This study offers "pearls for wise living" by applying the wisdom of James to the present day. For anyone who has struggled to live a truly Christian life, James offers a wealth of practical solutions for handling and even sanctifying everyday circumstances.
Sessions: 11
Session Length each (hrs): 2
DVD Length (mins): 50
Audience: Adult
Language: English
Group Discussion: Yes
Website: www.ascensionpress.com
Publisher: Ascension Press
Price: $129.00. Pack includes DVD and Study Set. Additional Study Set sold separately $24.95.
Matthew: The King and His Kingdom by Jeff Cavins and Sarah Christmyer
Matthew: The King and His Kingdom is an exciting study that explores the life and mission of Jesus as recorded in the Gospel. Matthew demonstrates how the promises and prophecies of the Old Testament are fulfilled in Christ, who establishes a New Law and inaugurates the Kingdom of Heaven on earth. Participants will see Jesus as the awaited Messiah who relives the life and struggles of Israel to become the faithful and victorious King. Set in the rich context of Jesus' Jewish culture, this study will help participants understand who Jesus is and what his life and teachings mean for us today. Matthew is an ideal follow-up study to the basic narrative of Scripture taught in The Bible Timeline study.
Sessions: 24
Session Length each (hrs): 2
DVD Length (mins): 50
Audience: Adult
Language: English
Group Discussion: Yes
Website: www.ascensionpress.com
Publisher: Ascension Press
Price: $129.00. Pack includes DVD and Study Set. Additional Study Set sold separately $24.95.
The Prophets: Messengers of God’s Mercy by Thomas Smith and Sarah Christmyer
If we consider that God is the Divine Bridegroom and the Church is his Bride, then the prophets can be seen as “spiritual marriage counselors.” They afflict the comfortable and comfort the afflicted, calling us to return to our covenant relationship with God. They urge us to repentance, warn us of the dangers of sin, and announce the blessings of faithfulness. Their prophetic words speak to us even today, as they draw us closer to our heavenly Bridegroom, and show us how to share him with others.
Sessions: 10
Session Length each (hrs): 2
DVD Length (mins): 40
Audience: Adult
Language: English
Group Discussion: Yes
Website: www.ascensionpress.com
Publisher: Ascension Press
Price: $129.00. Pack includes DVD and Study Set. Additional Study Set sold separately $24.95.
Psalms: School of Prayer by Jeff Cavins, Sarah Christmyer and Tim Gray
With Psalms: The School of Prayer, The Great Adventure moves from telling the Story to making it personal. While the historical books of the Bible recount God's creative and redemptive acts in history, the Psalms reveal Israel's response to God's covenant offer and serve as a model for our response to Him. Indeed, one could say that the historical books tell the "outside" of the story of Israel by giving an historical perspective, while the Psalms tell the "inside" story, which comes from the deeply personal perspective of one who is seeking God. Our communication with God is enhanced by a deeper understanding of the book of Psalms and of the individual psalms that reside in each of our hearts.
Sessions: 11
Session Length each (hrs): 2
DVD Length (mins): 50
Audience: Adult
Language: English
Group Discussion: Yes
Website: www.ascensionpress.com
Publisher: Ascension Press
Price: $129.00. Pack includes DVD and Study Set. Additional Study Set sold separately $24.95.
Revelation: The Kingdom Yet to Come by Jeff Cavins and Thomas Smith
Revelation: The Kingdom Yet to Come is an intriguing study that shows how the kingdom established by Christ in his Church is intimately connected with the kingdom of heaven. Here you will discover what the mysterious figures and images of Revelation mean. You will see how Revelation is more than an apocalyptic vision of the "end times." It is a revelation of God as our Divine Bridegroom and the Church as his spotless Bride, forever united in a heavenly, holy, and mystical marriage that we enter into every time we celebrate the Mass.
Sessions: 11
Session Length each (hrs): 2
DVD Length (mins): 50
Audience: Adult
Language: English
Group Discussion: Yes
Website: www.ascensionpress.com
Publisher: Ascension Press
Price: $129.00. Pack includes DVD and Study Set. Additional Study Set sold separately $24.95.
The Turning Point: Eight Encounters with Jesus that will Change Your Life by Dr. Allan Hunt
The Turning Point is a nine-session Bible study experience that’s perfect for people who want to get to know Jesus in the Scriptures but don’t know where to start. This study will introduce you to people and stories in the Gospel of John that you won’t find anywhere else in the Bible: the woman at the well; a man named Nicodemus; the woman caught in adultery; and Lazarus, the friend Jesus raised from the dead. You’ll read stories about Jesus turning water into wine at the wedding in Cana, Jesus washing the feet of his disciples, and Peter’s marvelous redemption after he denies Jesus three times. The people in these stories were transformed by their encounters with Jesus. By entering into their miraculous stories, you will encounter Jesus in a personal way and develop a deeper relationship with him that will transform your everyday life.
Sessions: 9
Session Length each (hrs): 75 minutes
DVD Length (mins): 15
Audience: Adult
Language: English
Group Discussion: Yes
Website: www.dynamiccatholic.com
Publisher: Dynamic Catholic
Price: $15.95 (Cost of shipping)
Unlocking the Mystery of the Bible by Jeff Cavins and Sarah Christmeyer
This eight-part study (30-minute sessions) provides the easiest way to understand the Bible. Unlocking the Mystery of the Bible makes the complex simple. It helps you uncover the story woven throughout Scripture so that you can get the “big picture” of the Bible and understand what it is all about. The Bible is a story about the Father’s unfailing love for you - a love that you are now called to share with others. You will: Make sense of the Bible and see how it relates to your everyday life; Discover the remarkable connections between the Old and New Testaments; See how the sacraments, the Church and our entire Catholic Faith is rooted in Scripture… and much more!
Sessions: 8
Session Length each (hrs): 2
DVD Length (mins): 30
Audience: Adult
Language: English and Spanish
Group Discussion: Yes
Website: www.ascensionpress.com
Publisher: Ascension Press
Price: $99.00 Pack includes DVD Set, Student Workbook and Leader’s Guide. Leader Guide also sold separately $24.95. Student workbook also sold separately $19.95.
MIDDLE SCHOOL BIBLE STUDY
Come and See “Kids” series, ages 3-7.
Especially designed for families to do together, the Come and See Catholic Bible Study series presents the rich heritage of the Catholic faith in clear and simple language. With its practical direction for leaders, easy-to-use workbook format, and appealing design, this Bible study series is ideal for use in classrooms, home study, or parish catechesis. This series uses inductive and deductive learning, the Catechism of the Catholic Church, and the writings of popes and saints to unlock an ancient treasure and show its current application. The Come and See series is ideal for group or personal Scripture Study.
Sessions: Various workbooks
Session Length each (hrs): 2
DVD Length (mins): None
Audience: Adult
Language: English
Group Discussion: Yes
Website: www.stpaulcenter.com
Publisher: St Paul Center
Price: $11.95 each book;
In the Beginning by Laurie Watson Manhardt, Ph.D - Come and See Kids: In the Beginning is designed especially to nourish the faith of Catholics ages 3-7. Children will learn about the lives of Adam and Eve, Noah, Abraham, Isaac, Jacob, Joseph, and more.
Friends of God by Laurie Watson Manhardt, Ph.D - Come and See Kids: Friends of God is designed especially to nourish the faith of Catholics ages 3-7. The Ten Commandments and traditional Catholic prayers are presented in an age-appropriate manner. Each chapter includes a Bible story and memory verse, an illustration to color, perforated pages for easy removal, and a simple craft idea.
The Life of Jesus by Laurie Watson Manhardt, Ph.D - Bring the Bible to life for young children! The Life of Jesus, written for pre-school and early elementary school children, is fun and easy to use. It is instructional and solidly Catholic and includes helpful aids for parent or teacher.
Encounter: Experiencing God in the Everyday by Brian Butler, Jason Evert, Colin and Aimee MacIver
Encounter: Experiencing God in the Everyday is more than a Bible study program. It is a life-changing experience that speaks directly to the hearts and minds of middle school aged kids. Designed specifically for 6th to 8th grades, Encounter uses the color-coded Bible Timeline learning system to reveal the story of our faith and God’s plan for our lives. As your students are drawn into this story they will come to a new and profound understanding of who God is. Most importantly they will see God not as a distant doctrinal concept, but as a loving Father who desires a meaningful and lasting encounter with them.
Sessions: 8
Session Length each (hrs): 2
DVD Length (mins): 30
Audience: Middle School, 6th – 8th grade
Language: English
Group Discussion: Yes
Website: www.ascensionpress.com
Publisher: Ascension Press
Price: $99.00 Pack includes 4-DVD Set, Student Workbook and Leader’s Guide. Leader Guide also sold separately $19.95. Student workbook also sold separately $12.95.
The Great Adventure Storybook: A Walk Through the Catholic Bible (Middle School) by Emily Cavins, Lisa Bromschwig, Regina Neville, Linda Wandrei
The Great Adventure Storybook helps students, children, and families read through the Bible together using the same color-coding and chronological approach as the adult Great Adventure Bible Timeline. This beautifully illustrated resource introduces God’s love story to children while helping them to understand how the Catholic Church is the body of Christ on Earth—and shows them what part they play in God’s plan. Build a foundation of faith with your family today!
The Great Adventure Storybook: Connects the Bible with the Catholic Faith beginning in Genesis and ending in Revelation; Guides the reading through selected Bible verses with Bible Reading Checklists; Ties in important elements of the Catholic Faith with helpful icons.
Sessions: Book format
Session Length each (hrs):
DVD Length (mins):
Audience: Middle School
Language: English
Group Discussion:
Website: www.ascensionpress.com
Publisher: Ascension Press
Price: $24.95 children’s book available only. Teacher’s Guide $39.95.
TEEN BIBLE STUDY
The Teen Timeline by Mark Hart
The Teen Timeline —or T3— is the teen version of the revolutionary Great Adventure Bible Timeline learning system that hundreds of thousands of Catholic adults have used to learn the Bible. Dynamic teen presenter Mark Hart makes the Bible come alive for Catholic teens by unpacking God’s Word in a way they can relate to. T3 teaches teens the Bible by showing them the “big picture” of salvation history. When young students of the Bible first understand the “story,” they are eager to learn more. The net result: teens begin to wrap their minds and hearts around the Scriptures. They come to see the Bible as a relevant part of their lives.
Sessions: 8
Session Length each (hrs): 2
DVD Length (mins): 30
Audience: Teenagers/High school
Language: English
Group Discussion: Yes
Website: www.ascensionpress.com
Publisher: Ascension Press
Price: $99.00 Starter Pack includes DVD set, Leader’s Guide, Student Workbook. Leader Guide also sold separately $19.95. Student workbook also sold separately $14.95.
T3: Acts – The Keys and the Sword by Mark Hart
T3 Acts: The Keys and the Sword equips teens with a foundational understanding of the main characters, doctrines, events, and journeys that make up this incredible "gospel of the Holy Spirit." Beginning with the Ascension and Pentecost, these four sessions offer a deeper look at Sts. Peter and Paul, the evolution of the early Christian Church, the call to evangelization, the sacramental ministry, the first Christian communities, the trials of an evangelist, the call to offer our lives as a living witness, and much more.
Sessions: 4
Session Length each (hrs): 2
DVD Length (mins): 30
Audience: Teenagers/High school
Language: English
Group Discussion: Yes
Website: www.ascensionpress.com
Publisher: Ascension Press
Price: $79.00 Starter Pack includes DVD set, Leader’s Guide, Student Workbook. Leader Guide also sold separately $14.95. Student workbook also sold separately $9.95.
T3: Matthew – Thy Kingdom Come by Mark Hart
Created and hosted by popular author and youth speaker, Mark Hart, Matthew: Thy Kingdom Come picks up where T3 left off, as Mark takes your teens on an in-depth journey into the heart of God. Follow along as the group encounters the authentic Jesus of the gospels. Enter into the drama of Christ’s family tree, the birth of our Savior, His duel in the desert with Satan, and the life-changing truths of His Sermon on the Mount. Experience Jesus’ ministry unfold through His miracles and parables. Be there as our Lord triumphantly enters into Jerusalem on His way to the cross, tomb, and resurrection. Your teens will feel like they are walking along with the apostles, as they learn about the inception of the Catholic Church, the papacy, and the sacraments, firsthand.
Sessions: 8
Session Length each (hrs): 2
DVD Length (mins): 30
Audience: Teenagers/High school
Language: English
Group Discussion: Yes
Website: www.ascensionpress.com
Publisher: Ascension Press
Price: $79.00 Starter Pack includes DVD set, Leader’s Guide, Student Workbook. Leader Guide also sold separately $18.95. Student workbook also sold separately $9.95.
T3: Revelation – The Lion and the Lamb by Mark Hart
The book of Revelation has captured the interest of modern adults and teens alike. With all that has been written and sensationalized in recent novels and films, this has become the most talked about (and most misunderstood) book in Sacred Scripture. But what exactly does our Church teach about this seemingly “cryptic” book of the Bible and how in the world do we begin to break open something so complex with our Catholic teenagers? T3 Revelation: The Lion and the Lamb unpacks the myths about Revelation, the end times, the mark of the beast, and so much more. T3 Revelation gives your teens an invaluable foundation for understanding the book of Revelation, while pointing out its modern significance, practical application, and daily relevance to a teenager’s life. In each of the four lessons, Mark skillfully unpacks the book’s main points and key chapters, while continually referring to the wisdom offered by our Catholic faith.
Sessions: 4
Session Length each (hrs): 2
DVD Length (mins): 30
Audience: Teenagers/High school
Language: English
Group Discussion: Yes
Website: www.ascensionpress.com
Publisher: Ascension Press
Price: $79.00 Starter Pack includes DVD set, Leader’s Guide, Student Workbook. Leader Guide also sold separately $14.95. Student workbook also sold separately $9.95.
CATECHESIS - TEEN
Chosen: This is Your Catholic Faith by Chris Stefanick and Ron Bolster
Chosen: This Is Your Catholic Faith takes young people on a journey through the entire Catholic faith in all its richness and vitality. Teens will be captivated by the story, from Creation all the way through salvation history, and they will come to see how the sacraments, prayer, and discipleship are the keys to a happy life. The goal of this 24-lesson program is nothing short of winning over the hearts of teens and making them lifelong disciples of Christ. Chosen’s carefully designed methodology features highly effective and engaging material conveyed through videos, student workbooks, and classroom experience. Featuring twelve of the top youth experts in the Church today and filmed in more than 50 locations, Chosen is unlike any program available in the Church today.
Sessions: 24
Session Length each (hrs): 2
DVD Length (mins): 20
Audience: Teenagers/High school
Language: English
Group Discussion: Yes
Website: www.ascensionpress.com
Publisher: Ascension Press
Price: $199.00 Pack includes DVD set, Leader’s Guide, and Student Workbook. Leader Guide also sold separately $34.95. Student workbook also sold separately $19.95.
VCAT (Video Catechism) by ODB Films
Today, millions are asking: “Why should I care about being Catholic?” Our response is the Video Catechism (VCAT)—60 engaging short films that are relevant, entertaining, and compel you to live the Faith. A one-of-a-kind collaboration between ODB Films and the Diocese of Wheeling-Charleston, West Virginia, the VCAT answers today’s tough questions: “What happens when I die?” “What is God’s mercy?” “Is pornography really that bad?” “Does marriage matter?” “How do I mourn the loss of a loved one?” “How do I pray?” “How do I become holy?” The four volumes in this collection coincide with the four sections of the Catechism: Creed, Sacraments, Morality, and Prayer. At 3 to 8 minutes in length, VCAT films can be used in any setting as stand-alone content or as the complement to a theme night, a speaker, or a lesson plan. Pastors, catechists, religion teachers, and youth ministers will celebrate the creativity and relevance of their content.
Sessions: 60; each chapter is between 3-8 minutes.
Session Length each (hrs): 2
DVD Length (mins): 40
Audience: Teens
Language: English
Group Discussion: Yes
Website: www.odbfilms.com
Publisher: ODB Films
Price: $114.90. Packs includes: DVD and Discussion Guide. Discussion Guide sold separately $24.95 each (Volume Pricing Available)
CATECHISM OF THE CATHOLIC CHURCH
Catholicism 101: Essentials for the Journey by Jeff Cavins
Whether you are a cradle Catholic, a recent convert, or just interested in learning more about the Catholic faith, this series is for you. Jeff Cavins explains the basics of Catholicism in ten dynamic 60-minute presentations. Drawing upon the Bible and the Catechism of the Catholic Church, as well as entertaining personal anecdotes, Cavins makes the Catholic faith come alive. Perfect for a parish Bible study program.
Sessions: 10
Session Length each (hrs): 2
DVD Length (mins): 60
Audience: Adult
Language: English
Group Discussion: Yes
Website: www.jeffcavins.com
Publisher: Excorde Media
Price: $159.95 – Comes with all DVDs
Pillar 1: The Creed by Sean Innerst
This twelve-part program explores the second section of the Catechism of the Catholic Church, Sacraments. Pillar I: The Creed provides the foundation needed to begin the four-part journey through the complete Pillars series. The Creed opens up the structure of the Catechism and shows how it is far more than a list of “faith facts,” but instead a sure map for their journey of faith. For group or private study.
Sessions: 12
Session Length each (hrs): 2
DVD Length (mins): 45
Audience: Adults
Language: English
Group Discussion: Yes
Website: www.ascensionpress.com
Publisher: Ascension Press
Price: $129.00 Pack includes DVD set; Study Set; Leader’s Binder
Pillar II: Sacraments by Sean Innerst
Pillar II: Sacraments is a 12-part study that guides participants through the first section of the Catechism of the Catholic Church. Not only will you learn about the power and purpose of the sacraments, you’ll also discover how these fonts of inexhaustible grace can transform your life, providing strength, healing, and hope. Your Group will: Discover the sacraments as the source and power of grace Jesus gave us to face life’s struggles, challenges, and temptations; Learn about the sacraments’ biblical origins; Understand how the Eucharist foreshadows Christ’s second coming; See how the sacraments mystically transport us into the actual events of Christ’s ministry; Learn how the ancient Jewish Temple can be seen as a prefigurement of the Mass; Discover how both holy orders and marriage are ordered “towards the salvation of others”... and much more!
Sessions: 12
Session Length each (hrs): 2
DVD Length (mins): 45
Audience: Adult
Language: English
Group Discussion: Yes
Website: www.ascensionpress.com
Publisher: Ascension Press
Price: $129.00 DVD set, Leader’s Binder, Study Set
Unlocking the Beauty of The Catechism: The Creed, Part 1 & 2 by Christopher Ruff
Unlocking the Beauty of the Catechism, The Creed: Part One - Part of the Discipleship Series of small-group resources, this resource makes the Catechism of the Catholic Church accessible and exciting by breaking it down into manageable segments and providing simple but engaging summaries, vocabulary aids, prayers and discussion questions that show the relevance of its beautiful teachings to daily life. Featuring 8 concise sessions, The Creed: Part One explores the first half of the “Profession of Faith” as presented in the Catechism, from God’s first Revelation through the Public Ministry of Christ. The Creed: Part Two explores the second half of the Profession of Faith as presented in the Catechism, from Christ’s death and Resurrection to the Final Judgment and Life Everlasting.
Sessions: 8 per book
Session Length each (hrs): 2
Book format.
Audience: Adult
Language: English
Group Discussion: Yes
Website: www.discipleshipseries.com
Publisher: Novo Millenio Press
Price: $14.95 each. Bulk pricing available. $9.95 Facilitator guide sold separately.
Catholicism by Bishop Robert Barron, written by Carl E. Olson
Journey around the world and deep into the Catholic Faith in all its richness, history, beauty, goodness, and truth in breathtaking, high-definition cinematography. Travel with acclaimed author, speaker and theologian Bishop Robert Barron to more than 50 locations throughout 15 countries. You'll be illuminated by the spiritual and artistic treasures of this global culture, claiming more than one billion of Earth’s people. From the sacred lands of Israel to the beating heart of Uganda; from the glorious shrines of Italy, France, and Spain to the streets of Mexico, Kolkata, and New York City; the fullness of CATHOLICISM is revealed.
Sessions: 10
Session Length each (hrs): 2
DVD Length (mins): 60
Audience: Adult
Language: English and Spanish
Group Discussion: Yes
Website: www.wordonfire.org
Publisher: Word On Fire
Price: $199.95. Pack includes: DVD set; Leader Guide (Includes facilitator's how-to guide, the complete study guide, and the suggested responses to questions); Catholicism book; 40 prayer cards for the New Evangelization; Faith Clips DVD. Student workbook sold separately $24.95.
Catholicism: The New Evangelization by Brandon Vogt & Peggy Pandaleon, based on the documentary created by Bishop Barron.
The Catholic Faith is not about myths or legends, symbols or literary devices. It is an encounter with Jesus Christ. Throughout history, the call of Christ has sent people to the corners of the earth with a message of great joy; a message that has built civilizations, inspired cultures, and even sent some to prisons or their graves. We have the same call: sharing the New Evangelization. This documentary series from Bishop Barron’s Word on Fire continues the story of CATHOLICISM, exploring the Church’s mission and the challenges of contemporary culture. In the original CATHOLICISM series, Bishop Barron took us on a journey around the world and deep into the Faith. Now, experience this Faith in action in CATHOLICISM: The New Evangelization. This 90-minute film defines the “New Evangelization" and takes us on a fascinating tour to witness examples of new ardor, new expressions, and new methods of evangelization in action.
Sessions: 8
Session Length each (hrs): 2
DVD Length (mins): 1 hour
Audience: Adult
Language: English
Group Discussion: Yes
Website: www.wordonfire.org
Publisher: Word On Fire
Price: $99.95. Pack includes: DVD set; Leader Guide (Includes facilitator's how-to guide, the complete Study Guide, and the suggested responses to questions); 40 Prayer Cards for the New Evangelization. Student workbook sold separately $24.95.
Catholicism: The Pivotal Players by Bishop Robert Barron
This sequel to the legendary CATHOLICISM series includes the Emmy-nominated Michelangelo episode, and has aired hundreds of times on public television stations. You'll discover the places where St. Thomas Aquinas lived, learned, and wrote. Visit the countryside where St. Francis gathered a group of friars and revived the Church. See the places where St. Catherine of Siena ministered and prayed. Trek through England to where Bl. John Henry Newman and G.K. Chesterton left their mark and sparked an English Catholic revival. And through unprecedented HD footage, marvel at the extraordinary art of Michelangelo, from his David statue in Florence, to the Pietà at St. Peter's, to the Sistine Chapel.
Sessions: 6
Session Length each (hrs): 2
DVD Length (mins): 30
Audience: Adult
Language: English and Spanish
Group Discussion: Yes
Website: www.wordonfire.org
Publisher: Word On Fire
Price: $229.95. Pack includes: DVD set; Leader Guide (Includes facilitator's how-to guide, the complete Study Guide, and the suggested responses to questions); 120 Prayer Cards; Paperback book Praying with the Pivotal Players by Amy Welborn.
CHRISTLIFE
Discovering Christ by Dave Nodar and Rev Erik Arnold
Discovering Christ is a seven-week experience where anyone and everyone, from the baptized in the pews to the unbaptized, is invited to hear the Good News and personally encounter Jesus Christ. Discovering Christ helps people enter into or renew a personal relationship with Jesus Christ, experience the love of God the Father, and be empowered by the Holy Spirit to live as God’s children.
Session Length each (hrs): 2
DVD Length (mins): 35
Audience: Adult
Language: English; Spanish
Group Discussion: Yes
Website: www.christlife.org
Publisher: ChristLife
Price: $160.00 The Basic Kit includes the DVD set, the Team Training Resource, the How to Run the Course Guide, the Facilitator’s Guide, the Participant’s Guide, and the book Discover Christ.
For $460.00 receive the Complete Kit with all of the above plus the Printing License.
Discovering Christ Team Training Resource by Dave Nodar and Rev Erik Arnold
The Discovering Christ Team Training Resource is an essential tool to spiritually and practically equip your parish or ministry to effectively run Discovering Christ. The Team Training Resource includes a 3-disc DVD set containing the training talks, and a downloadable companion guide which you can print or digitally share with your team. The effectiveness of the course is largely based on a well-organized, well-trained, and spiritually vibrant team. This training resource teaches the fundamental principles for a fruitful Discovering Christ course.
Session Length each (hrs): 2
DVD Length (mins): 50
Audience: Adult
Language: English and Spanish
Group Discussion: Yes
Website: www.christlife.org
Publisher: ChristLife
Price: $60.00 Pack includes DVD set and downloadable companion guide.
Following Christ by Dave Nodar, Rev Erik Arnold and Ally Ascosi
Following Christ helps those who have completed Discovering Christ to grow in their relationship with Jesus Christ. This is accomplished through the grace of God by praying together, teaching, and supporting one another in some of the basic disciplines and truths practiced by Christians since the early Church.
Session Length each (hrs): 2
DVD Length (mins): 35
Audience: Adult
Language: English
Group Discussion: Yes
Website: www.christlife.org
Publisher: ChristLife
Price: $150.00 The Basic Kit includes the DVD set, the Team Training Resource, the How to Run the Course Guide, the Facilitator’s Guide, the Participant’s Guide, and the book Discover Christ.
For $420.00 receive the Complete Kit with all of the above plus the Printing License.
Sharing Christ by Dave Nodar, Rev Erik Arnold and Dianne Davis
Sharing Christ focuses on personal or friendship evangelization, sharing our relationship with Jesus in our daily encounters with people. The course helps to develop an attitude of the heart that moves us to be open to share the Good News we have experienced anytime and anywhere.
Session Length each (hrs): 2
DVD Length (mins): 35
Audience: Adult
Language: English
Group Discussion: Yes
Website: www.christlife.org
Publisher: ChristLife
Price: $125.00 The Basic Kit includes the DVD set, the Team Training Resource, the How to Run the Course Guide, the Facilitator’s Guide, the Participant’s Guide, and the book Discover Christ.
For $395.00 receive the Complete Kit with all of the above plus the Printing License.
CHURCH HISTORY
EPIC: A Journey through Church History by Steve Weidenkopf and Dr. Alan Schreck
This exciting 20-part DVD series takes you through the major people, places, and events that make up the history of the Catholic Church. See the glory of the Church founded by Christ and understand where you fit into this Epic story.
Sessions: 20
Session Length each (hrs): 2
DVD Length (mins): 50
Audience: Adult
Language: English
Group Discussion: Yes
Website: www.ascensionpress.com
Publisher: Ascension Press
Price: $129.00 Pack includes DVD Set and Study Set (includes Student Workbook, Epic Timeline Chart, and Epic Timeline Bookmark)
CONFIRMATION
Chosen: Your Journey Towards Confirmation by Christopher West
Chosen: Your Journey Toward Confirmation is a twenty-four-lesson program that provides everything you need to prepare your students both intellectually and spiritually to receive the Sacrament of Confirmation and to become lifelong disciples of Christ. All too often we see teens drift away from the Church after Confirmation. Chosen seeks to reverse this trend by winning over the hearts of teens at a critical time in their lives and keeping them firmly planted within the faith community of the Church. Chosen’s carefully designed methodology features highly effective and engaging material conveyed through videos, student workbooks, and classroom experience. Guides for leaders, parents, and sponsors––as well as additional online resources––make Chosen unlike any program available in the Church today.
Sessions: 24
Session Length each (hrs): 2
DVD Length (mins): 30
Audience: Adult
Language: English and Spanish
Group Discussion: Yes
Website: www.ascensionpress.com
Publisher: Ascension Press
Price: $199.00. Pack includes: DVD set; Leader Guide; Student Workbook; Sponsor’s Guide; Parent’s Guide.
Decision Point by Dynamic Catholic
Most young Catholics are disengaged. Engaging them is therefore the first step. Until they are engaged it doesn’t matter how much information you download on them; they simply will not absorb it and make it their own. There are many programs that faithfully present the teachings of the Church. But that alone is not enough. While presenting the Church’s teachings faithfully is essential, it is also critically important that they be presented in ways that are engaging, accessible, and relevant. This is the process Dynamic Catholic worked through to develop this engaging, robust workbook. This is not just any other book. One look at it Dynamic Catholic hopes you can see this. The hope is that Confirmation Candidates will treasure this workbook and make it their own. They have created plenty of space for them to write all over this book and use the journal pages to jot down their personal thoughts and experiences as they prepare for their Confirmation day.
Sessions: 12
Session Leng