Video Rental Library - Titles available to Parishes of the Diocese of Brooklyn
 
 
 
 

These videos are available only to parishes of the Diocese of Brooklyn and Queens.

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These videos are available ONLY to parishes, agencies and organizations of the Diocese of Brooklyn & Queens

 

A Memory for Tino  (30 min)*
This touching drama of caring, sharing and friendship can be used to help students discover the joy of giving of themselves, and understand that the memories of those gifts will last a lifetime.

 

A Walk Through the Mass (30 min)*
Theme: Eucharist
The Video explores the meaning behind the celebration of Eucharist and takes a step-by-step look at the four principal parts of the Mass.   Real life Catholics share the power of Eucharist in their livers and Thomas Richstartter, O.F.M. draws a parallel between the shape of the Mass and a typical Thanksgiving dinner.  The video concludes with a music video based on David Haas’ song “The Song of the Body of Christ”.

 

A Place Called Home  (59 min)*
Ralph Martin based this documentary on St. Augustine’s words “our hearts are restless until they find rest in God”.  The video shows how people today have found that rest when they return to that place called home.

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Abortion - the Inside Story (45 min)*
Former employees in abortion clinics share their experiences and mostly regrets.

 

Always Remember (5,7,8) (5 - 8 min for each segment)*
Interactive series that beautifully combines 5,7,8 Grade Religion curriculum with stories, quizzes and games.

 

Anthony Paul’s Character Builder Books (24 min for each tape)*
A very good way to teach children character traits you want them to have such as
sharing, honesty, kindness, confidence, politeness and responsibility.

 

Apostolate For Family Consecration*
A means of learning to live and grow in the faith with support of a group- a Christian community building a better world.

 

COME TO ME - “Let Those With Ears, Hear”. (56 min)*
Through Fr. Tom Donaldson’s fervent preaching and humorous storytelling, he teaches our lives and sets a welcoming atmosphere of hospitality which enables viewers to come to the Lord as who they are.

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Contraception - Why Not?* 
Janet Smith provokes her audience to give serious consideration to questions regarding the relationship between contraception, divorce, abortion, poverty and other social ills.  In contracts, she presents compelling evidence that couples who accept children as a gift from God, using natural family planning if needed, tend to be individuals of strong character and have happier marriages with dramatically low divorce rates in general population.

 

COTTON PATCH GOSPEL (1:51 min)*
This award winning musical drama is a leg-slappin’, toe-tappin’, hand-clappin’ hoe-down
of a story that retells the Gospels of Matthew and John - translated into the present day Southern vernacular.

 

DAY-BY-DAY*
Programs on the 3 cardinal virtues Faith Hope and Love.

 

FOCUS YOUR HEART*
Scriptural Rosary (Sorrowful and Glorious mysteries)

 

Gardens (3 videos, approximately 3 hours)*
Botanical jewels of the world are presented in all their spectacular blooming glory.  This includes the rainforests of Trinidad, the Balata Gardens in Martinique and the Andromeda Gardens of Barbados, the breathtaking beauty of the Modjadji Cycad Forest of South Africa, Botanic Gardens at Kirstenbosch and England’s country side.  Perfect for calming children down before lessons or to put adults in a very relaxed mood for counseling, prayer service or even Bible Studies meditation.

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ILLNESS: STEPPING STONE TO A DEEPER LIFE*
Paul Crotty shares in this video that we can beat our diseases by making the illness our stepping stone, believing that the disease/illness is not in charge, we are and never be without peace or hope.

 

INSIDE OUT (28 min)*
Confessions and Eucharist

 

Jesus (12 min.)*
A film on the life of Jesus so true-to-life you’ll feel like you’re in first century Palestine with the Savior.  Jesus was filmed on location in Israel in Biblical settings with a cast of more that 5,000 Israeli and Arabs.  Allow Christ to give power to your faith as you share in His words, His life, and His glory through Jesus.

 

JOSEPH - THE GREAT MAN CLOSEST TO CHRIST   (60 min)*
None of Joseph’s words were recorded in Scripture but find out in this video how Joseph clearly teaches us what it means to be a husband, a father, a true man of God.

 

JOY IN SACRIFICE   (14 min)*
Life and work of the Sisters Adorers of the Precious Blood.

 

La Eucaristia Viva (Spanish) (Eucharist)*
This Video follows the structure of the Sunday Eucharistic liturgy.  It tells the everyday stories of the three parishioners and how their “living moments” come together in the reception of the Eucharist.

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Life-Work: Finding God’s Purpose in Your Life (45 min.)*
Whether you are 15 or 65, this video will help you discover God’s call through the challenging advice and inspiring testimonies of Catholic leaders who have found true joy in their vocation, including Alan Keyes, Patrick Madrid, Fr. Bill McDonald, and others.

 

LIVING WITH A LIFE THREATENING ILLNESS*
There is a healthy way to fight an illness and a way to find joy despite your disease.  This is for anyone facing a serious illness as well as for their loved ones and care givers.

 

LIVING PRESENCE - REPORTS OF EUCHARISTIC MIRACLES IN AMERICA*
This moving documentary explores the increasing number of Eucharistic miracles reportedly happening across America.  Now for the first time, the eyewitnesses, clergy and Scientists recount their riveting testimony about these occurrences.

 

MAKING SAINTS  (28 min per tape)*
Lie and works of modern day saints:
Katherine Drexel, Pierre Toussaint, Edel Quinn, Padre Pio

 

Mission de Amor (Spanish)    (Confirmation)*
A young man grows to be a mature and loving person.   His story parallels the personal growth and commitment that marks the Sacrament of Confirmation.

 

MOTHER TERESA    (82 min)*
This film was shot over a period of 5 years in 10 countries and 4 continents where Mother Teresa touched lives in one way or another

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PADRE PIO (55 min)*
Life and works of Padre Pio

 

PARISH CONSOLIDATION  WITHOUT PAIN*
Tips on successful parish consolidation.  Great for Parishes considering consolidation or those who have already merged.

 

The spirit and confirmation (parts I & II)             (13 min each)*
Recommended for Grades 5 - 9.  The topics explored on this program include: Who is the Spirit? What is the Work of the Spirit? What scriptural images speak of the Spirit? When has the Spirit been present in salvation history?  What are our experiences of the Spirit in our daily living, in the life of Jesus, the Church and world/ How do we name our gifts in the service of others?  What are the traditional gifts and fruits of the spirit and so on.

                                                                       

Doorway People: Spirituality for Catechists   (18 min)*
Theme: Service and Ministry.  This video, while encouraging catechists to see theireveryday actions of welcoming, reflecting, listening and sending as holy. also reminds them of all they receive from their students.  This video is a delight and will enhance the spirituality of every catechist.  Includes a study guide.

 

The seven Virtues (30 min)*
Fr. Groeschel joins a growing chorus of thinkers and writers in the conviction that we have lost track of virtue.  He also shares the insight that many Christians are unaware of the crucial distinction between natural virtues, or good human qualities shared by all decent people, and the supernatural virtues.

 

The Rosary for Little Children (35 min.)*
Designed to hold their attention while teaching little children (3 - 8) the prayers and joyful mysteries of the Rosary, this lively and musical film entertains and instructs the youngsters.  With exciting visuals and music, Broadway actress Jennifer Naimo and a group of youngsters recite the whole five decade joyful mysteries and learn about Jesus, Mary and how to pray for others.

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THE FORGIVENESS OF SINS (30 min)*
Rev. John Catoir speaks about the Sacraments of Baptism and Reconciliation, forgiveness of sins through God’s love.

 

THE SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION (90 min./3 segments)*
Whatever happened to confession?  This program explains why the sacrament of Reconciliation is much more than going to confession and why it is essential to Catholic Life.  Participants explore ways to handle sin and guilt and to understand God’s provision for forgiveness and healing.  This is a program for adult groups and for parent sacramental meetings.

 

THE PASSION OF JESUS*
A realistic approach in contemporary style of the 14 Stations of the Cross.

 

They Lied to Us (45 min.)*
In our search for answers about values, relationships, and spirituality, are we listening more to what society and the media say rather than what God says?  This emotional and moving video poignantly explores the lives of several young people who “bought the lies” of society through television, movies, magazines, and music and suffered the consequences.

 

UNTOLD STORIES OF COLUMBINE (80 MIN)*
Darell Scott, father of Rachel Joy Scott, killed in the Columbine High School, Colorado tragedy in April 1999, tells untold stories behind the tragic shootings including the amazing contents of his deceased daughter’s diary.   Hear how many young people took the stand for their convictions.  His amazing story of tragedy and God’s mercy is a powerful and shining testimony for Jesus Christ.   Young people will be encouraged and challenged by Rachel’s story to share Christ more freely and take a stand for their own convictions.Back to Top

 

We Pray with Mary (18 min)*
This Video uses the delightful image of Mary’s cloak of many colors  - warm, protecting, comforting and sheltering - to teach children how to pray with Mary.  The Prayers include: Hail Mary, Rosary, Litany of Mary, Angelus, Magnificat.  Recommended for students in Grades 1 - 5.  Shrines, art, sculpture, songs as well as Mary’s feast days in the Liturgical calendars are included in this video.

 

WHO IS GOD?  (32 min)*
Children teach fellow children with an exciting new twist, the story of creation, the rise and fall of Angels, Guardian Angels, Prayer, Morning Offering, Blessed Trinity and more.

These videos are available ONLY to parishes, agencies and organizations of the Diocese of Brooklyn & Queens

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