Joseph’s Children’s DVDs 2014
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JOSEPH’S FAVOURITES!
YOU ARE SPECIAL
THE LEGEND OF THE THREE TREES
A story about self-worth. Based on the best-selling children’s book by author Max Lucado. This animated story is sure to become a classic. 25 minutes. $11.95
A timeless retelling of the classic folktale of three distinct trees, each with its own hope of being great and each finding individual greatness in an unexpected place. Beautifully written and animated, this legend teaches the significance of God’s plan for the world. $11.95
THE PROUD TREE
GRANDMA’S BREAD
This inspiring DVD tells the story of the crucifixion from the viewpoint of Rex, a proud and ungrateful tree that became the cross that Jesus carried to Calvary. As Rex learns a lesson from the humble Jesus, children also come to appreciate Jesus’ suffering and exultation of the Resurrection. Perfect for Easter. Spanish available. Ages 5-10 | 30 minutes $23.95
A classic story designed to teach important truths about Eucharist, intergenerational relationships, death and the importance of tradition in our lives. Young Mario, saddened by his grandmother’s unexpected death, is delighted when his mother bakes Nonna’s special Easter Bread as a way of bringing her memory to his First Communion celebration. All Ages. 17 minutes. English & Spanish. $23.95
THE TEN COMMANDMENTS
THE SMALL MIRACLE
This marvellous animated program introduces the Ten Commandments in stories that children of today can relate to and understand. Its central characters are youngsters dealing with the common situations of a child’s modern daily life-at-home, in school, or playing with friends. Includes a PDF teacher’s guide. Ages 2-8. 75 Minutes. $17.95
A beautiful, touching story based on the book by Paul Gallico about young Italian boy in Assisi who travels to Rome to ask the Pope’s permission to let him take his dying donkey to the tomb of St. Francis to pray for a miraculous cure. Shot on site in Assisi and Rome. 74 minutes. $17.95
ANIMATED ROSARY FOR KIDS
THE DIVINE MERCY CHAPLET FOR KIDS
This video is created especially to teach your little ones how to pray the Rosary. Angelito, explains each mystery so that children can understand the wonders of Jesus’ life, death and Ressurection. After each mystery, kids recite the Our Father, Hail Mary, and Glory Be-all presented karaoke-style on the screen. 60 Minutes. $23.95
Engagingly animated, this program features St. Faustina teaching her four young friends about the Divine Mercy devotion and how to pray the Chaplet. Covers such topics as the origins of the Divine Mercy devotion, the value of sacrifice, the importance of the Sacrament of Confession, and much more. Both a great teaching tool on the essentials of our Faith, and the power of this Chaplet prayer. For all ages. 20 minutes. $9.95
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BROTHER FRANCIS Don’t miss this new, fun-filled, animated series for Catholic kids! Employing a variety of animation styles, catchy songs and engaging stories, the Brother Francis eries will be one your children will enjoy and learn from as they watch it over and over. Wonderful and wholesome family entertainment! DVDs include both Spanish and English audio tracks.
Set of 7: $89.95 | $14.95 each
THE MASS: A LIFE-GIVING PRAYER NEW!
Come with Brother Francis as he celebrates the life-changing power of the Mass in this inspirational and instructive presentation! Rich in instruction and inspiration, "The Mass" with Brother Francis is a unique way of helping children experience the presence of Christ as they attend Mass. $14.95
THE ROSARY: A SPECIAL WAY TO PRAY
Join Brother Francis in this entertaining and guidance- filled presentation that will inspire children to deepen their faith by praying the rosary! This episode includes: The Rosary prayers, The Apostle’s Creed, The Annunciation, I Love to Pray and The Our Father. 25 minutes. $14.95
LET’S PRAY! A LESSON ON PRAYER
Practice makes perfect! This is a true saying whether one is playing basketball, drawing a picture, reading or even praying. In this wonderfully fun inaugural episode, the ever joyful Brother Francis will help your children establish a personal relationship with God. 21 Minutes. $14.95
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FORGIVEN! THE BLESSINGS OF CONFESSION
This joyful presentation reminds old and young alike about the great gift of God’s forgiveness through the Sacrament of Reconciliation. 25 Minutes. $14.95
BORN INTO THE KINGDOM: THE MIRACLE OF BAPTISM
In this happy presentation, Brother Francis invites us to share in the realities of the Sacrament of Baptism and the union it provides us with God's big family! Filled with instruction and inspiration,Born into the Kingdom is a great reminder of God's wonderful grace! 25 Minutes. $14.95
THE BREAD OF LIFE: EUCHARIST
Join Brother Francis in the delightfully inspirational and instructive presentation that teaches children all about the sacrament of the Eucharist! English and Spanish tracks and subtitles. 29 minutes. $14.95
THE KING IS BORN: WHAT CHRISTMAS IS ABOUT The moving and life changing story of the birth of God's Son, whose humble beginnings would alter the future of mankind. Celebrate the true meaning of Christmas with Brother Francis, in this heart- warming and inspirational episode. English & Spanish. All Ages. $14.95
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JESUS JESUS He Lived Among Us
THE MIRACLES OF JESUS
From The Voice of the Martyrs comes the dramatic animated retelling of the life of Jesus Christ as seen through the eyes of the last surviving apostle, John. Journey with Jesus and encounter His miracles, His astonishing teaching and His unsurpassing bravery. Discover the power and love of Jesus Christ and see why His followers all to carry His message to the ends of the earth. Ages 7+ | 90 minutes. $17.95
Witness the many miracles of Jesus Christ! Healing the sick and afflicted and calming sea storms are only the beginning. This exciting panorama of Jesus’ most touching miracles teaches character-building qualities such as service, mercy and love, and introduces your family to the ministry life of the saviour. 45 minutes. $17.95
THE JESUS MOVIE
THE EASTER STORY
Experience the birth, life, death and resurrection of Jesus Christ Based on the artstyle of the Read and Share® Bible, The Jesus Movie transports children toNazareth for the story of Jesus’ birth, follows his life and miracles along theshores of Lake Galilee and ends in Jerusalem with his arrest, crucifixion andresurrection—all in one dramatic 80-minute movie. The excitement and joy ofJesus’ life, the danger and conflict with the Pharisees, the challenge andgrowth ofthe disciples—it’s all here in a simple, straightforward narrative. $14.95
Share the power and beauty of Easter with the children in your life. Animated straight from the pages of the popular Read and Share® Bible, The Jesus Series introduces children to the life of Christ in a powerful new trilogy. Departing from the 3-minute, bite-size story format of the Read and Share® DVD Bible Volumes 1-4, this story of Easter is an uninterrupted half-hour presentation of Jesus’ last week on earth. With an eye-catching art style, warm narration, and gentle musical underscore, children will experience the the Easter story in an engaging new way. $14.95
THE JESUS STORYBOOK BIBLE The multiple award-winning Jesus Storybook Bible, written by Sally Lloyd-Jones and Illustrated by Jago, now comes to life as short animated videos. Narrated by British actor David Suchet, each volume in this series contains a variety of stories from the Old and New Testaments. Each DVD (Volumes 1-4): $11.50
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BEREAVEMENT & SOCIAL ISSUES HELPING CHILDREN GRIEVE
WHEN A LOVED ONE DIES:
Few events in a child’s life can affect them as greatly as the death of a loved one. This profound resource offers information for adults on how to help children grieve with hope and heart. Topics covered include: Differences between how adults and children grieve; How a parent can grieve and still help a child to grieve the death of a loved one; Three common feelings expressed by all grieving children. How to be authentic and tell children the truth about death. $68.95
WALKING THROUGH GRIEF AS A TEENAGER An ideal resource to help a teen dealing with grief. It features interviews with bereaved teens, because teens are most receptive to their peers. They speak from the heart, sharing candidly about their pain and healing. Divided into segments, the video covers topics such as surviving the first days, weeks, and months after the death, grieving the relationship lost, facing the future, and rebuilding your life. *Includes accompanying resource guide. $45.95
A PLACE PREPARED
WE WILL MISS YOU: GRIEVING THE
For children, death seems unreal and at a distance until it comes close: a sibling, grandparent, father, mother, or a pet dies. Suddenly death becomes real and immediate, and children have questions about what has happened: What does die mean? Where is Daddy now? In heaven? Can I go see him? A Place Prepared will help you to prepare children for the inevitable losses that they will experience throughout their lives. $34.50
DEATH OF A PET We learn love, faithfulness, and trust by living closing with our beloved animal companions. We invest a deep part of ourselves in the relationships we have with them. They are our family. At the death of a pet, we become vividly aware of the loss, and we need support that understands the depth of our love and attachment. This video offers this level of support as you grieve the death of a pet who was a companion, a family member, and a friend. $45.95
DOING THE RIGHT THING
A CRY FOR HELP
These young people are your everyday kind of kids, facing today’s moral dilemmas. These live dramas will help your young people ages 12 through youth ministry open up and discuss the daily peer pressures in their lives. The goal of each story is to help young teens develop better coping skills and healthier behaviors. 73 minutes. $29.95
In the wake of a suicide, family members and friends wonder what they could have done to help, how they could have prevented this tragedy. Made for a teen audience, A Cry for Help educates young people to recognize the signs of depression and suicide in their peers. $51.75
BULLYING: WHAT EVERY ADULT NEEDS
STOP BULLYING
TO KNOW As long as there have been schools, there have been bullies teasing, and threatening their peers. We know today that bullying has serious consequences for both the victims and the bullies, ranging from low self-esteem to suicide. Young people need guidance from the adults in their lives to deal with bullying in a healthy way. $45.95
An estimated 1.6 million young people in grades six through ten are bullied at least once a week. Many young people feel helpless in these situations. They need to know what to do if they are bullied or if they are a witness to bullying. Through expert advice and students’ real-life experiences, Stop Bullying! Gives students concrete steps they can take to respond to bullying. $45.95
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THE SACRAMENTS & LITURGICAL RESOURCES A CHILD’S FIRST COMMUNION Father Joe Kempf walks parents and their children through this most important even in the children’s young faith lives. Includes a section for parents, guided meditations and messages for both children and their parents. 57 Minutes. $41.95
SACRAMENTS FOR CHILDREN:An Introduction to the Seven Sacraments Eleven middle-grade friends in a summer-camp setting take viewers on a learning adventure to discover the meaning behind the symbolism of the sacraments. $23.95
STATIONS OF THE CROSS FOR CHILDREN
FOLLOWING JESUS THROUGH THE CHURCH YEAR This is an excellent resource for intergenerational groups who are gathering during the liturgical year. 74 minutes. 8 episodes. $29.95
CELEBRATING SACRAMENTS These four popular stories-all here on one DVD-have helped parents for over a decade to find ways to support their children as they prepare for sacraments. The scripts are realistic, true to what goes on in an average home, and the parents are real and reassuring. 4 segments. 15 minutes each. $29.95
CONFIRMATION Feat. Fr. Joe Kempf
Children are guided in this video by Father Stan who invites young viewers to accompany him as he makes the way of the cross. As Father reflects on each station, the video utilizes a combination of beautiful illustrations and live vignettes enacted by children that help the viewers learn how they can apply the lesson in each station to situations in their lives. Grades 2-6 | 15 minutes $23.95
In a series of video vignettes, young Catholics face the same problems as other adolescents: issues of sexuality, peer pressure, relationships, commitments, and doubts about themselves and their faith. As they prepare for confirmation, students discover how God and confirmation fit into the real world, how they are welcomed into the community of the Church, and how they must accept responsibilities as members of that community. The students, each in their own unique way, discover “they are not in this alone.” $23.95
A CHILD’S FIRST PENANCE
FIRST COMMUNION
A Child's First Penance will instruct and inspire your First Penitents and their parents—drawing them closer to Christ and the Church where they find forgiveness and reconciliation. $41.95
Mischievous boys, who mistakenly believe that a pirate’s treasure is hidden somehow in the village church, learn from an orphan girl that the greatest treasure is in the tabernacle. They discover that Jesus is in the Blessed Sacrament, waiting for us in Holy Communion. Jesus appears to the children, which provides the motivation for the boys to prepare for First Communion. 30 minutes. $19.85
I WAS THERE: THE HOLY MASS
THE EUCHARIST FOR LITTLE CHILDREN
This animated feature conveys several all-important messages: Our Lord's amazing, sacrificial love for each of us; His all-sufficient atonement for our sins; and His Real Presence in the celebration of every Eucharist. The story is a captivating presentation for families, home-schooling and catechetical purposes. English & Spanish audio. 2 discs. 30 minutes per disc. $19.95
This DVD is an excellent way to prepare your children for their first Holy Communion. It will also give them a better understanding of the Mass. They'll see and hear: Traditional and original sacred music. How the bread and wine are made for the Eucharist. Why Father wears those colorful vestments and why he dresses like Jesus Christ. How to pray in Eucharistic adoration. $17.95
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THE SACRAMENTS KIDS AND THE SACRAMENTS: SET OF FOUR SACRAMENTS BAPTISM, RECONCILIATION, COMMUNION, CONFIRMATION This unique DVD presentation introduces children and parents to the Sacraments of Baptism, Reconciliation, Communion and Confirmation in a lively way. Father Ken gives us a fresh and fascinating look at how God touches us through His creation and symbols. Images are combined with interviews with kids, cartoon Bible teachings, plus images from around the world. Discover how the altar bread of Communion is made, the relationship between Communion and Thanksgiving, the meaning of water, where olive oil comes from, and what it means to be God’s friend. Great for ages 6-10! All available on one DVD $69.95 Individual segments are available for $22.95 each
Gwen Costello’s Angel Series each: $23.95 all five: $99.99
THE ANGEL’S FIRST RECONCILIATION LESSON
Let the various Angels who "star" in this series of DVD or VHS resources guide the children in your classroom to a deeper awareness of their faith. Cleverly written, directed, and filmed, this series will help learners who prefer the visual (many children do today!) in ways that mere textbooks can never do.
Angels Michaela and Andre talk to children who are preparing for First Reconciliation and offer them insights about forgiveness and friendship with Jesus. This delightful video covers all the basic information children need as they prepare for first reconciliation. Ages 6-12. 12 minutes.
THE ANGEL’S ADVENT LESSON
THE ANGEL’S LENTEN LESSON
A delightful way to steer children away from materialism to the true meaning of the coming of Jesus at Christmas. Excellent for faith formation sessions, intergenerational gatherings, and home use. Ages 6-9. 11 minutes.
As 8-year Danny grumbles and groans over a religion quiz about Lent, angel Theo appears. They go through the quiz together and Danny remembers that the heart of the Lenten message is to follow Jesus. 14 minutes.
THE ANGEL’S FIRST COMMUNION LESSON
THE ANGEL’S PRAYER LESSON
In simple, clear language, Angel Michaela talks to children about the presence of Jesus in the Eucharist. She encourages preparation for first communion through daily prayer, going to Mass weekly, and reading stories from the Bible. Ages 6-9. 13 minutes.
This delightful video walks children through an understanding of how Catholics pray. Excellent for faith formation sessions, intergenerational gatherings, and home use. Ages 69. 11 minutes.
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SAINTS FATIMA: THE DAY THE SUN DANCED This film portrays the story of Our Lady’s appearances to the three children in 1917. From the angel’s appearance to the Miracle of the Sub, the full story is so captivatingly presented that young viewers will want to watch it again and again. 30 Minutes. $17.95
MY SECRET FRIEND This unique film tells the story of how one girl’s Guardian Angel became very real to her in a time of trouble and danger. With songs, suspense and heart-warming emotion, this story offers an unforgettable lesson about heaven’s special gift to each of us: our very own Angel. 30 Minutes. $17.95
FRANCIS: KNIGHT OF ASSISI This is the captivating story of St. Francis, a brave young man who felt that God had given him a very special mission that would require a supreme act of courage. For the love of God, his King, Francis gave up all that he had - wealth, fame, friends, and even family - to help reunite and strengthen the Church. 30 Minutes. $17.95
PATRICK: BRAVE SHEPHERD OF THE EMERALD ISLE The story of St. Patrick who, kidnapped at age 16 to be a slave in Ireland, turned to God for strength and inner freedom, and thus began a saga of faith and adventure that led to the conversion of Ireland. Blending historical facts with beloved traditions, this film brings to life a long-lost world. 30 Minutes. $17.95
FRANCIS XAVIER AND THE SAMURAI’S LOST TREASURE
BERNADETTE: PRINCESS OF LOURDES
This film captures the true spirit of a daring man who braved the pearl coasts and jungles of India, and the forbidding castles of Japan, in amazing adventures of courage and Faith. 30 Minutes. $17.95
Three girls from Lourdes, France, gather firewood in front of a grotto. Suddenly one of them, Bernadette, 14, drops to the knees, gazes at something only she can see, and starts to pray. Soon the town busses: Has Bernadette, poor, sickly and always behind in school, really seen a Lady from Heaven? 30 Minutes. $17.95
NICHOLAS: THE BOY WHO BECAME SANTA
JUAN DIEGO: MESSENGER OF GUADALUPE
Nicholas was still a child when he discovered a very special secret that changed his life forever. It was the gift of giving, by which he brought happiness to many people. More than sixteen centuries later, the entire world celebrates the kindness and generosity of the man we call Santa Claus. 30 Minutes. $17.95
The true story how Our Lady appeared in 1531 to the humble Aztec Indian Juan Diego on Tepeyac Hill. With outstanding animation, this film tells of the great miracle Our lady of Guadalupe performed to convince the Bishop to build a to help bring the Faith to the Mexican people. $17.95
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SAINTS
St. Monica The story of the patient mother of St. Augustine of Hippo.
* Each DVD in My Catholic Family series: $17.95
Padre Pio His life and devotion to the Sacrament of Confession.
All DVDs are 25 minutes
St. Thomas Moore The story of the martyr and patron saint of lawyers, and how to put the virtue of service into practice.
St. Josephine Bakhita The story of the former slave who became a saintly nun.
St. Edith Stein Explore the life, mission, and martyrdom of this philosopher and Carmelite nun.
St. Don Bosco Explore the life and spirituality of one of the greatest apostles of the youth.
St. Martin De Porres The Dominican brother who dedicated his life to humbly serving the sick.
St. Teresa of Avila Explore the life of the great mystic and Doctor of the Church.
St. Rita of Cascia In this episode, explore the life of the patron of lost causes, St. Rita of Cascia.
St. Francis of Assisi The famous founder of the Franciscan order, St. Francis is an example to all.
St. Maximilian Kolbe Explore the life, ministry and martyrdom of one of the greatest apostles of Marian Devotion.
St. Therese of Lisieux The life of St. Therese and her Little Way of Spiritual Childhood are explored.
St. Clare of Assisi Learn about Clare, the friend of St. Francis and founder of the poor Clares.
St. Catherine Laboure The story of the nun who had the vision of Mary about the Miraculous Medal.
St. John Vianney The life of St. John Vianney and his love of the Eucharist are explored.
St. Rose of Lima The first saint of the Americas, and the sacrifices she made to spread God’s Love.
St. Benedict His emphasis on work and prayer.
St. Catherine of Sienna The life of Catherine of Sienna and the value of suffering are explored.
St. Dominic Savio A young saint who dedicated his life to prayer and charity; and died young.
St. Faustina Her devotion to the Divine Mercy.
St. Margaret Mary The life of St. Margaret March and devotion to the Sacred Heart are explored.
St. Joseph The humble carpenter, husband of Mary and foster father of Jesus.
Blessed Pier Giorgio Explore the life and witness one of the great models of youthful holiness.
St. Louis de Montfort Explore the great devotion to Mary that St. Louis de Montfort teaches us.
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