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RESOURCE
CENTER CATALOG
Resources for Adults, Teachers, Leaders and Clerks
VIDEOS
Titles: Q through T Title: Questions of Faith Media: S-VID Age Group: S,A,T Publisher EcuFilm Description: Basic questions of belief and meaning come to us over and over in our lives. We struggle to find new meaning that fits what we know now. A variety of thinkers reflect on such issues and hope to provoke responses to help in your struggle with the questions. Videos in the series may be used together or independently. Questions of Faith II: What Good is Prayer? Length: 25 min Questions of Faith II: 1. Who is Jesus? Length: 24 min Questions of Faith II: 2. What's the use of the Bible? Length: 26 min Questions of Faith II: 3. Who's Got the Truth? Length: 21 min Questions of Faith II: 4. How Do We Right the Wrong? Length: 26 min Questions of Faith II: 5. What Gives You Faith? Length: 23 min Questions of Faith II: 6. What Happens After Death? Length: 27 min Questions of Faith III: What's God Got to Do With Evil? Length: 20 min Questions of Faith IV: What's Being Good Good For? Length: 17 min Questions of Faith V: Who Needs Organized Religion? Length: 26 min Questions of Faith V: 1. What Kind of Power Does God Have? Length: 24 min Questions of Faith V: 2. Whose Money Is It? Length: 19 min Questions of Faith V: 3. Can Faith Wipe Out Fear? Length: 22 min Questions of Faith V: 4. How Do You Pray? Length: 25 min Questions of Faith V: 5. How Can We Love Practically Anybody? Length: 21 min Questions of Faith V: 6. What's Holiness All About? Length: 21 min Questions of Faith VI: What matters Anyway? Length: 21 min Age Group: J,S Questions of Faith for Youth: 1. What's God Like? Length: 20 min Questions of Faith for Youth: 3. What is Sin? Length: 19 min Questions of Faith for Youth: 4. What's a Friend? Length: 17 min Questions of Faith for Youth: 5. What about Sex? Length: 20 min Questions of Faith for Youth: 6. What Can Church Do About the Future Length: 20 min Title: Renewal: The COCU Decision Media: VID Length: 15:42 min Age Group: A Publisher PCUSA Publication Date: 1995 Description: Deals with the WHY and WHAT of Presbyterian participation in the Consultation on Church Union (COCU). Intended to enhance conversation concerning COCU because of amendments proposed to the 207th General Assembly (1995). Title: Restoring Justice Media: VID Length: 50:47 min Age Group: A Publisher PCUSA Description: Explores the failing system of justice in our country. Title: Romero Media: VID Length: 105 min Age Group: T, S, A Publisher Vidmark Description: A compelling movie that looks at the life of Archbishop Oscar Romero of El Salvador, who died taking a stand against social injustice and oppression in his country. This film chronicles the transformation of Romero from complacent priest to a committed leader of the Salvadoran people. Title: Sacred Stories Media: VID Length: 80 min Age Group: S,A Author: F. Buechner, M. Angelou, J. Carroll Publisher Ecufilm Publication Date: 1990 Description: Presents writers Frederick Buechner, Maya Angelou, and James Carroll telling stories from their lives. They share personal triumphs and tragedies, and the presence of God revealed. They invite viewers to tell their own stories and discuss the presence of God. Title: Sealing the Cracks .... Working Principles Media: S-VID Length: 38 min Age Group: A Publisher National Council of Churches Publication Date: 1995 Description: Two part video produced to inform Presbyterians about health care reform and what we can do to make our voices heard in the health care debate. Part I (25 min) is a faith perspective on health care reform. Part II (12 min) focuses on assessing national health care legislation. Title: See All The People Media: S-VID Length: 68 min Age Group: A,T Publisher Synod of the Sun Publication Date: 1990 Editor: Ed Dodd Description: Two video set each series 34 minutes focusing on four significantly different churches that have experienced considerable growth in the last ten years. Pastors share what factors they believe have contributed to success. Churches in Louisiana, Arkansas, Texas and Oklahoma. Seeing evangelism as a process. Title: Send Me, Lord Media: VID Length: Age Group: I Publisher PCUSA Publication Date: 1997 Description: A play from the Thuma Mina project of the National and Worldwide Ministries Division. The power of this presentation comes from the honesty and commitment of six people telling their stories about serving in mission. Title: Serving, Sharing, and Celebrating Media: VID Length: 19 min Age Group: A Editor: Presbyterian Foundation Description: The Mission of the Presbyterian Church Foundation is to create an ever-growing awareness among Presbyterians of the need and joy of making gifts from their resources that will contribute toward the fulfillment of the glory of God. Title: Shalom Christian College (Bill & Nancy Chester-McCranie) Media: VID Length: 18 min Age Group: I Publisher Shalom Christian College Publication Date: 1993 Description: A multi-cultural school in Townsville, Australia for the development of a viable educational system for the aborigine people of that continent. Integrating the family and extended family into the educational process of the children. Rev. Nancy Chester-McCranie and husband Bill worked at the project in 1993. Title: Sharing the Light Media: VID Length: 9 min Age Group: I Publisher PCUSA Publication Date: 1999 Description: Christmas Joy Offering resource focusing on support of the Board of Pensions programs and racial ethnic ministries. Title: Silent Crisis: Famine in Southern Africa Media: VID Length: 6 min Age Group: I Publisher PCUSA Description: Presbyterian Disaster Assistance and Presbyterian World Service & Development (Canada) respond to hunger crisis in Malawi. Title: Small Church Profiles Media: S-VID Length: 67 min Age Group: A Author: Bowe, John & Robert Raymond Publisher Synod of Lakes & Prairies Publication Date: 1986 Editor: David B. McDowell Description: Five part series and Study Guide with each segment between 10 and 17 minutes. Six small membership congregations share the role of the pastor; the place of nurture; the importance of leader development and the relationship between church and community. Title: So, You're A New Member Media: S-VID Length: 65 min Age Group: J,S,A,T Publisher PCUSA Publication Date: 1995 Description: Divided into 5 segments this video is for persons interested in membership or new members of a Presbyterian Church. It is presented for individual or group viewing and discussion. It focuses on fundamentals that will help in understanding who Presbyterians are and in meeting the responsibilities of membership. Title: So, You've Been Elected A Deacon Media: S-VID Length: 43:55 min Age Group: A,T Publisher PCUSA Publication Date: 1995 Description: Intended primarily for deacons who have been elected, but no yet examined or ordained, this program is also helpful for anyone who wants to learn more about what deacons can mean to the church. Title: So You've Been Elected an Elder .... Media: S-VID Length: 56 min Age Group: A,T Publisher PCUSA Publication Date: 1995 Description: A view-at-home self study for newly elected Presbyterian Elders. Includes workbook for a six-part study: 1. Introduction and The Session 4. Presbyterian Order 2. Personal Faith 5. Presbyterian Mission 3. Presbyterian Beliefs 6. Duties of an Elder Title: Some People Can Sing Media: VID Length: 18 min Age Group: I,T Publisher PCUSA Publication Date: 1987 Description: Part of mission interpretation series. Documents work of a Presbyterian volunteer in mission, Don Cain, in North India. Title: Spiritual Disciplines for Ordinary People Media: VID-S Length: 6 segments Age Group: T, A each 23 to 30 min Publisher Tabgha Foundation Publication Date: 2000 Description: John and Nancy Ortberg, teaching pastors at Willow Creek Community Church, Chicago, discuss spirituality, spiritual disciplines, and living spiritually transformed lives. Each segment has a study guide and self-helps for viewers to discuss. 1. The Spiritual Life - What is spirituality? Why spiritual growth occurs in some lives and not others? Why does God seem absent and far way? 2. Spiritual Disciplines - Spiritual disciplines draw us closer to God 3. Having Quiet Time With God - Important first step in the spiritual life. 4. Meditating on Scripture - Get the Bible through us, not getting through the Bible. 5. Living the Spiritual Life - Key to spiritual life is servanthood 6. Developing a Rule for Life - How to develop a rule and achieve balance. Title: Spread the Word Media: VID Length: 24 min Age Group: S,T Publisher Cumulus Productions Publication Date: 1990 Editor: A.P. Gonzalez Description: Teens talk to teens about AIDS. Brief personal stories about AIDS victims teens have known. An educational project done by teens about AIDS. Experiences of AIDS victims. Title: Stewardship of Life: Preparing an Advance Directive Media: VID Length: 18 min Age Group: A Producer: Board of Pensions Publisher PCUSA Description: Rev. John M. Buchanan, pastor of Fourth Presbyterian Church, Chicago, and members of the congregation help viewers understand the purposes of advanced directives. Jean Hemphill from the Board of Pensions leads viewers through the steps in preparing an advanced directive. Title: Successful Single Parenting -- Going It Alone Media: VID Length: 12 sessions Age Group: A Author: Gary Richmond Publisher Christian Life Resources Publication Date: 1991 Description: Two-tape program and leader guide designed for 12 sessions of approximately 50 minutes. Video portions are divided into an introductory mini-drama (2 min), teaching segment (15 min) and interview segment (2 min) for each session. Learn what scripture has to say about how to create a satisfying family, how to interact with each other, how to build a stronger home, create accountability to others for growth in the family, provides a peer group, to share comfort, encouragement, and support for parent. Title: Synod of the Sun Makes Possible: A Circle of Love Media: VID Length: 18 min Age Group: I Publisher Synod of the Sun Publication Date: 1998 Description: The structure in visual images of the ministry and mission of the agencies of the Synod of the Sun. Title: Talking About Tough Issues Media: S-VID Length: 79 min Age Group: A,S Publisher PSCE & PCUSA Peacemaking Description: A five-part series deals with handling difficult conflict situations that do not necessarily have right or wrong answers or solutions. Leader and participant booklet also available. Title: Tapestry Media: VID Length: 22 min Age Group: T,I Publisher United Methodist Communication Publication Date: 1988 Description: The tapestry metaphor used throughout the video help viewers grasp the nature of the National Council of Churches and other ecumenical organizations. It shows deep Christian beliefs and commitment as foundational threads, giving shape and integrity to the diverse ecumenical ministries. Title: Teaching for Faith: A Guide for Teachers of Adult Classes Media: S-VID Length: 48 min Age Group: A,T Publisher Studio One-Princeton Publication Date: 1996 Description: Seriously addresses the need to train good teachers in the church. Presents the basics including how to lecture, lead discussion and create a context for awaking faith. Study guide and book by Dr. Richard R. Osmer included. (153) Title: Tell Me About God Media: VID Length: 45 min Age Group: A, T Author: Cheri Fuller Publisher Paraclete Publication Date: 1998 Description: Have you heard these questions, "Tell me about God, what color are his eyes? Where does he live? How should we talk to children about someone we can't see or touch or hear? For parents and teachers, real help to develop childrens' relationship with God. Title: Tell Me the Old, Old Story Media: VID Length: 15 min Age Group: A,T Author: Penny J. Hill Publisher Parenting for Life Publication Date: 1997 Description: Will give parents a 15 minute solution to biblical literacy. Will inspire parents to begin reading Bible stories to their children on a regular basis. Title: The Call To Share Media: VID Length: 3 min & 9 min Age Group: I Producer: Village Life Co Publication Date: 2000 Description: Resource to inspire congregations to give generously to The One Great Hour of Sharing. Three minute version for use in worship or a nine minute version to use for discussion with the study guide. Title: The Church in the Next Millennium Media: VID Length: 60 min Age Group: A Author: Tom Gillespie Publisher EMS Publication Date: 1998 Description: Video examines the pressures on the churches over the past 500 years, with specific concentration on the paradigm shift that affects the church today. Title: The Churches Are Burning Media: VID Length: 20 min Age Group: S,A Producer: National Council of Churches Publisher EcuFilm Publication Date: 1996 Description: Graphic depiction of the rash of church burnings in the U.S. in 1996, and the response to this crisis. Title: The Cost of Freedom Media: VID Length: 18 min Age Group: I,T Publisher PCUSA Description: Part of mission interpretation series. Christians of former Iron Curtain countries tell stories of their struggle for democracy. Title: The Democratic Family in Action Media: S-VID Length: 45 min Age Group: A,T Author: Popkin, Michael, PhD. [6/28 min segments] Publisher Active Parenting Description: Series contains 40 slice-of-life video vignettes that will hit close to home with wit and sensitivity, as well as with encouragement and realistic application. Offers parents of toddlers to teenagers sound, practical skills and techniques for raising children who will thrive in today's society. Title: The Desert Shall Blossom Media: VID Length: 7:20 min Age Group: I Publisher PCUSA Description: One Great Hour of Sharing - Presbyterians join with eight other denominations and Church World Service to help people help themselves, and to meet immediate critical needs of natural disasters, violence and oppression. In Israel's army to fight him. David, a mere shepherd boy accepts the challenge. Title: The Emerging Church: Process & Perspectives Media: VID Age Group: T Publisher Synod of the Sun Publication Date: 1983 Description: Synod of the Sun report on reunion. An interview with Sarah Bernice Moseley. Title: The Fabric of Faith Media: VID Length: 8 min Age Group: A Publisher One Great Hour Publication Date: 1989 Description: Promotional video and study guide for One Great Hour of Sharing Offering. Title: The Gift of Choice Media: VID Length: 26 min Age Group: A Publisher PCUSA Publication Date: 1989 Description: Embraces the "pro-choice" position on abortion and presents persuasive arguments in its favor. Explains what it means to be "for choice". Title: The Great Ends of the Church Media: VID Length: 60 min Age Group: A Publisher PCUSA Publication Date: 1997 Description: Video and study guides for the Vision of the Church. Offers practical ways for congregations to move toward the great ends of the Church. Title: The Holiness of God Vol I and Vol II Media: S-VID Length: 180 min Age Group: A,T Author: R. C. Sproul [6/30 min segments] Publisher Ligonier Ministries Publication Date: 1991 Description: Two video study that examines the meaning of holiness and why people are both fascinated and terrified by a holy God. Closely explores God's character, leading to new insights on sin, justice, and grace. Provides an awareness of our dependence upon God's mercy and awesomeness of His majestic holiness. Includes study guide. Title: The Journey Continues: African Christians Speak Media: VID Length: 22 min Age Group: I,T Publisher PCUSA Publication Date: 1994 Description: Companion video and book commissioned for the 1994 Presbyterian Church USA's Year with Africa. Hear from Christian African leaders on the developments in African theology and evangelism, and about the important role the African church is playing in promoting positive social and economic change on that continent. Title: The Leaven in the Loaf Media: VID Length: 20 min Age Group: I,T Publisher PCUSA Publication Date: 1987 Description: Part of mission interpretation series. Discover the ways Presbyterians in Mexico and the U.S. deal with the economic and social problems faced by millions along the border. Title: The Parables of the Potter Media: VID Length: 30 min Age Group: J,S,T Publisher Elna M Smith Foundation Publication Date: 1994 Description: Based on Jeremiah 18:6 the presentation visualizes the work of God in our lives as the potter forms vessels from clay. Title: The Presbyterians: Part I-The People Media: S-VID Length: 28 min Age Group: J,S,A Publisher PPH Publication Date: 1990 Description: Part I of a five segment series. This segment begins with Presbyterians as people, people who struggle to be faithful to God and who witness to Christ by the way they live in the world. Title: The Presbyterians: Part II - History & Tradition Media: S-VID Length: 55 min Age Group: A,I,S Publisher PPH Publication Date: 1994 Description: Part II of a five tape series, "The Presbyterians" about what it means to be Presbyterian. This video is divided into seven parts including: The Early Church, Reformation, Rebellion, Birth of a Nation, One Nation for Christ, and The Challenge. Title: The Presbyterians: Part III-Belief & Doctrine Media: S-VID Length: 18 min Age Group: A,I,S Publisher PPH Publication Date: 1995 Description: Part III of a five tape series "The Presbyterians". Three churches and their pastors are highlighted as they share their understanding of the theology of the Presbyterian Church and what it means to them. Title: The Presbyterians: Part IV - Polity Media: S-ViD Length: 17 min Age Group: A,I,S Publisher PPH Publication Date: 1994 Description: Part IV of a five tape series, "The Presbyterians". It is meant to put a human face on the system by which Presbyterians in the U.S. govern themselves. Addresses roles of the Session, Presbytery, Synod, and General Assembly in light of the Book of Order Title: The Presbyterians: Part V - Vision & Mission Media: S-VID Length: 28 min Age Group: A,I,S Publisher PPH Publication Date: 1995 Description: Part V in a five tape series, "The Presbyterians" that explores how Presbyterians respond to Christ's call to "Do this in remembrance of me". It looks at everyday life by portraying individuals and groups doing ministry in a variety of settings. Title: The Principles of Christian Stewardship, Parts 1 & 2 and Parts 3 & 4 Media: S-VID Length: 2 hrs Age Group: A Author: Helbert Berger Publisher National Council of Churches Description: Two video tapes divided into a four part serioes by Helbert Berger: Tape 1 includes segments on the stewardship journey and theology of stewardship. Tape 2 includes Christian Growth and Stewardship and The Nature of the Church: Corporate Stewardship. Title: The Search for Joy Media: S-VID Length: 25 - 40 min Age Group: A Author: Earl F. Palmer [three videos] Publisher EMS Publication Date: 1997 Description: Study suggested for twelve sessions on C. S. Lewis His Life and His Christian Faith. There are four general topic areas; 1. Joy in Biblical Faith. 2. The Story of the Man. 3. The Great Ideas of Lewis. 4. The Promise of Friendship. Title: The Selfish Giant Media: VID Length: 27 min Age Group: O,I,T Publisher Reader's Digest Editor: Potterton Productions Description: Animated interpretation of Wilde's fairy tale. A giant builds and wall around his garden to keep our children, and finds himself living in perpetual Winter. When children return via a gap in the wall, Spring also returns, thus teaching the giant an important lesson about loving and sharing. Title: The Spirit at Work Media: VID & CD Length: 22 min Age Group: T, A Author: James Autry Publisher Star Thrower Description: Finding meaning in your work. Down to earth philosophies and practices of expressing spirituality in the workplace without the discomfort of concerns about slipping into discussions of specific religion or religious beliefs. Includes study guide and workbook. Title: The Stewardship of All of Life Media: VID Length: 60 min Age Group: A Author: Frank T. Hainer [5 segments] Publisher PPH Publication Date: 1989 Description: An adult study course examining five important stewardship concerns and how they are reflected in the Bible and Reformed theology. Contains a complete study guide. Part 1 Living with Gratitude - The world is sacred and context of our gratitude Part 2 Camels and Needles - Use of our possessions to express gratitude Part 3 Gifts for God's Purpose - Partners with God in all aspects of life Part 4 Serpents and Doves - Justice/community, not competition/exploitation Part 5 Creation's Delight and Creation Pain - Caretakers of the environment Title: The System Belongs to God Media: S-VID Length: 7 sessions Age Group: T,A Author: Walter Wink 17-25 min. each Publisher EquFilm Publication Date: 1998 Description: A challenging, series based on the helpful and hopeful understandings of the author in 30 years of work studying Principalities and Powers. The "Powers" are more than people that run things, they are the systems themselves, institutions and structures that weave society. Religious tradition often treats Powers as angelic or demonic, but behind this way of thinking is a clearer perception that spiritual forces impinge on and determine our lives. Tape 1: The Way Things Are - The Kingdom of God brings peace and equality Tape 2: God Won't Give Up - What difference would it make if the system belonged to God? Tape 3: What Jesus Really Said - Resisting evil without doing evil Tape 4: How to Fight Without Hitting - Nonviolent direct action. Tape 5: What if Nations, Companies and Churches Had Angels? - Spirituality of Institutions. Tape 6: How You See the World - Where God is for you Tape 7: Praying for the Big Picture - Freedom and God's Will Title: The Vision of Teams Media: VID Age Group: T,S,A Author: Ann Bancroft Publisher Star Thrower Publication Date: 1999 Description: Seminar may be half-day, one-day or divided into 4 individual sessions. Learning experience for creating a shared vision and carrying it through. Key concepts: Come Together as a Team; Learn as a Team; and Take Action. Kit includes inspirational video of all-woman team to first reach South Pole on skis; Power Point Presentation for emphasizing key learning points; Leader's Guide and Participant Workbook. Title: The Visit Media: VID Length: 8 min Age Group: A Publisher American Bible Society Description: Study of Luke 1. 39 - 56 tells of Mary's visit to her cousin, Elizabeth and culminates with her fabulous Song of Praise. Title: There is a Place for You Media: VID Length: 14 min Age Group: A,S Publisher PCUSA Publication Date: 1996 Description: A stimulating discussion of finding your special place for Christian Witness. The story of mission involvement at the international, national, and local levels. There is a special place for everyone for personal involvement. Title: Through Jesus Christ: Worship & Faith Media: S-VID Length: 5 sessions Age Group: A Publisher PPH Publication Date: 1992-93 Producer J. Ankele, R. Mueller, L. Goldman Description: A key thought of the Christian Faith as we worship, so we believe. Worship shapes our faith, our faith re-shapes our worship. Our idea of God, Christ, the Holy Spirit, the church, the Christian life, social, political, and economic realities of the world are all influenced by the way we worship. Part 1 - "Singing The Faith"-how hymns and anthems shape our belief and relationship with God. Part 2 - "Dying and Rising with Christ"-deep symbolic content of the sacraments Part 3 - "Word and The Word"-source of powerful preaching and richness of liturgical prayer Part 4 - "A Place of Expectation"-liturgical space, a place where we can be with God Part 5 - "The Fullness of Christ"-liturgical time , the conviction that time is the arena of God's activity Title: Through These Doors Media: S-VID Length: 12 sessions Age Group: A [10-14 min segments] Publisher Synod of the Lakes and Prairies Publication Date: 1987 Description: Two-tape resource to enhance "Here's the Church, Here's the Steeple", the "Soundings" course published by NEW VENTURES IN BIBLE STUDY (winter quarter 1987-88)from CE:SA. Videos covers 12 sessions. Also a good resource for communicants classes and church officer training. Title: Turning Points: Stories of Life and Change in the Church Media: VID and DVD Length: 60 min Age Group: T, A Publisher Covenant Network of Presbyterians Publication Date: 2004 Description: A documentary about Presbyterians struggling with the denomination's current ordination standards. A 4-part story with study guide suitable for use in adult education, pre-presbytery workshops, session meetings - wherever the church gathers for study and discernment of God's call to the church today. |