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Titles: U through Z Title: Understanding Christian Symbols Media: VID Length: 18 min Age Group: I,T Publisher: Iowa Religious Media Services Description: Considers the complex nature of the symbol which stretches the mind to more than the literal meaning while connecting it with feelings and sense experiences as well. Title: Understanding the Bible Media: VID Length:28 min Age Group A,S,T Producer: Iowa Religious Media [4 segments 7 min] Publisher: EcuFilm Publication Date: 1994 Description: This presentation contains four seven-minute segments that are an indispensable prelude to the study of the Old and New Testaments. The segments are 'The Bible is Written', 'The Canons are Formed', 'The Bible is Translated', and 'Studying the Bible'. Title: Update on Global Warming Media: VID Length: 28 min Age Group: A Publisher: Sierra Club Publication Date: 1997 Description: An abbreviated report aired by CBS television on the possible effects of human activities on global climate changes. Title: Unfiltered Media: S-VID Length: 5 tapes/24 min. Age Group: T, S Author: Louie Giglio 24 min. each Publisher: Total TV Publication Date: 2001 Description: Youth Bible study that may be divided into a full 13-week program. It addresses pressing issues facing youth today, and prepares them for answers from God's Word. Tape 1: Just Get Even - Help youth protect themselves from emotional hurt, and how to forgive and move on. Tape 2: You're Not The Boss of Me! - True freedom requires making good choices that reap physical and spiritual benefits. Tape 3: Real Survivors - Overcoming great odds by finding strength in Christ Tape 4: Change Hurts - Living with abrupt changes, looking to Christ for unchanging love. Tape 5: Living in a Material World - Real life stories of teen mission and teen Homelessness. Title: Voices in Harmony: Evangelism in Racial Ethnic Congregations Media: VID Length: 30 min Age Group: S,A Publisher: Creative Connections Publication Date: 1990 Description: What do people of color have to say to the Presbyterian Church about evangelism and church development? Visit five racial ethnic congregations as PCUSA churches work with different cultures and races, voices are raised that call for different understandings and realities of the interpretation of the Gospel. Title: Walking with Africans : A Healing Journey Media: VID Length: 28 min Age Group: A Producer Congregational Ministries Division Publisher: PCUSA Publication Date: 1994 Description: Life of service by Dr. Daniel Etya'ale director of Evangal Hospital at Ebolowa, Cameroon. He says" I think it is really at the heart and center of the ministry of the church. A glimpse of men and women in their daily lives who are a living witness to the hope that Africa has for the future. Study guide included. Title: Wealth, Innovation and Diversity Media: VID Length: 30 min Age Group: A Producer: Joel Barker & Paul Hopkins Author: Joel Barker Publication Date: 2000 Description: Drawing from history, science, and the innovations of organizations and nations, Barker introduces a new premise for thinking and understanding diversity and a compelling need for change, offering a new vision for the 21st century. He explores the advantages of diversity in our lives and world, bring his message to a conclusion with a call to action for every organization and individual. Includes guide, workbook and CD with ready to use workshop materials.Several options for viewing from one to three hour workshop. Title: What Does God Require of Us? Media: VID Length: 8 min Age Group: A,T Publisher: PHEWA Description: Presbyterian Health, Education and Welfare Association is a volunteer membership organization dedicated to the enactment of social justice and welfare. The umbrella organization for the national church under which there are currently ten specialized ministries, including the AIDS network, child advocacy, drug & alcohol addiction network, mental illness network, and others. Title: Where There's A Will....There's a Way Media: VID Length: 14 min Age Group: A Publisher: Studio South Publication Date: 1994 Description: A short introduction to estate planning by the Presbyterian Church Foundation with explanation of some important terminology and steps to take in planning wills, living wills, and trusts. Title: Who Are We Presbyterians? Media: VID Length: 17 min Age Group: I,T Publisher: PCUSA Publication Date: 2000 Description: Updated version of the 1989 video that shares just what it mean to be Presbyterian. Includes study guide by Freda Gardner, moderator of the 211th General Assembly. Title: Who Are We Presbyterians? Media: VID Length: 28 min Age Group: I,T Publisher: PCUSA Publication Date: 1989 Description: Hosted by Rev. Robert Bohl, and Rev. Mary Paik, this overview of Presbyterian history, mission and structure will be helpful to new members and confirmation classes. Title: Who Is My Neighbor? Media: VID Length: 18 min Age Group: I,T Publisher: PCUSA Publication Date: 1992 Description: Part of mission interpretation series. Documents efforts of Presbyterians in Los Angeles, Louisville, and New York as they take Christian witness into the economic and social crises of urban centers. Title: Who is the Christ? Media: VID Length: 8 min Age Group: A Publisher: Horizons Publication Date: 1994-95 Description: Horizons Video Bible Study for Women, including study guide. Examines how Christ is spoken of in the letters of the New Testaments. When they speak of Christ, the letters also reveal how the early church thought about itself and its relation to its culture. Title: Whole People Whole Earth Media: S-VID Length: 15 sessions Age Group: J,T Publisher: Mennonite Media Publication Date: 1992 Description: Fast-paced fifteen-session curriculum for youth exploring peace, service, the environment, and values in general. Strives to bring a vision of shalom-God's word for the way life should fit together. One two tapes, with comprehensive leader's guide and handouts. Title: Why I Am Proud to be a Presbyterian PART 1 and PART II Media: VID Length: 120 min Age Group: A Producer: Synod of Alaska-Northwest [2/60 min segments] Editor: Rob McClure Publisher: PCUSA Publication Date: 1994 Description: Marj Carpenter, Mission Interpreter from the General Assembly World Wide Ministries Division speaks to North Puget Sound Presbytery Mission Fair. Part I on the "Year of Africa", and PART II is an overview of other missions around the world. Title: Will Our Children Have Faith Media: VID Length: 3/30 min seg Age Group: A, T Author: John H. Westerhoff Publisher: Argus Communication Publication Date: 1984 Description: Stimulates discussion among parents and teachers on questions as, "How can the church offer an enviroment to aid adults to be Christians, and aid the next generation to experience the Christian faith? How can the church help all baptized persons to live into their baptism? How can the church equip teachers who will let our Christian life be a resource to others? Title: Witness to Life in the Horn of Africa Media: VID Length: 12 min Age Group: S,A,T Publisher: PCUSA Publication Date: 1991 Description: Companion to the 1994 Mission Year Book. Focuses on the plight and work of the church in Ethiopia and Sudan. Enter into the daily life and culture of these Christians who share a rich history in the faith that goes back almost two thousand years. Title: Witness Together All God's People Media: VID Length: 22 min Age Group: I Publisher: EPC Productions Publication Date: 1989 Description: Promotional highlights of racial ethnic ministries within the Synod of the Sun for the Pentecost Offering. Title: Worship - Benton 4/2/95 Media: VID Age Group: A Description: Worship services from this Church. Title: Yesterday, Today, and Forever Media: VID Length: 50 min Age Group: A Producer: J. Burgess, F. Hainer [5 segments] Publisher: Adult Foundation Publication Date: 1993-94 Description: The meaning and significance of Christ in today's world. Taken from Hebrews 13:8, the program is about how people today, living amidst disagreements over the meaning and significance of Christ, can reestablish their Christian (and denominational) identity and live their faith in vital Christian community. Title: You Can't Say Hello Until You Say Goodbye Media: S-VID Age Group: I Author: Lyndon E. Whybrew Publisher: SFCS Video Publication Date: 1991 Description: A study course focusing on family transitions designed to fill five sessions of 2-hours each, but other formats are suggested in the leader guide. Changing family patterns have made it imperative for the church to meet contemporary families where they are and in whatever configuration families now find themselves. The sessions include: 1. Family Transitions, 2. Love and Intimacy , 3. Raising Responsible and Independent Children, 4. Living Singly, and 5. Review and Renew. |