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Resource Supplements
To read an audio or video resource supplement simply click on
the link within the description below. You have permission to copy these resources free
of charge for personal or group use. To view a PDF file, you must have Adobe® Reader® installed.
AUDIO COMPANION
Companion essay "Reconstruction:
Let Us Be Up and Building!"
In this article, which Richard Rohr gave to his retreatants, he
cautions that reconstruction should be the breath of the Spirit, embracing everyone.
LISTENER RESOURCES
Study helps provided by Richard
Rohr include a Pauline chronology, the sequence of his letters, an extended explanation
of Paul’s understanding and uses of the word body, and “The Pauline
Parabola,” an effective visual aid for delving into Paul’s understanding of
the paschal mystery.
To assist both men and women to understand their own spiritual
journey and that of the other, Franciscan Richard Rohr has created a “map” or
diagram of the path toward holiness, as he has described it in Men and Women: The Journey
of Spiritual Transformation. These two maps are referenced in the two-CD series.
The three exercises
on this accompanying handout can assist you to visualize and complete some of the
inner work described by Richard Groves in his three-CD series on discernment. Print this
resource to get the full benefit of his engaging lectures.
The
Body at Prayer: Guided Meditations Using Gesture, Posture and Breath, With Original
Music for Prayer A3801
by Michael Sparough, S.J. 1. Relaxing Into New Life: A guided relaxation meditation. 2.
Using Your Body in Prayer: A guided gesture meditation. 3. Praying the Prayer of Your Heart: A guided experiment in prayer postures.
4. Freeing the Body for Prayer: A guided, embodied meditation. Free
illustrated posture guide.
The
Mystery of Faith: An Introduction to Catholicism A16651 (CD)
(Available on CD or cassette) by Rev. Michael J. Himes Father Himes has developed
reflection questions for each of the 10 major topics he treats in this audiobook.
These questions, available to you for reprint, are excellent for group discussion as
well as personal reflection.
Franciscan Richard Rohr offers several visual
sketches with accompanying explanations to help listeners grapple with the integration
of the ego into the self. Rohr credits Joseph Chilton Pearse, author of The Biology
of Transcendence: A Blueprint of the Human Spirit, for the seed which Rohr developed
into this conference and this accompanying resource.
United
States Catholic Catechism for Adults A16816
United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (Table of Contents) The long-awaited national catechism by the United States Conference
of Catholic Bishops is now available as an unabridged audio book. This audio version of
the U.S. Catholic Catechism for Adults brings to life an exciting combination of the seven
basic elements that make up the print version.
VIDEO/DVD LEADER'S GUIDES
Father Thomas Richstatter, O.F.M., examines the imagery surrounding
the Sacrament of Baptism as celebrated during the initiation of adults and older children
into the Catholic Church during the Easter Vigil. Music Video: “I Say Yes, My Lord.”
Father Michael Himes helps us reflect on our baptismal commitment,
drawing insights from the Lenten Sunday readings, particularly the stories of water, light
and life from John's Gospel. Focusing on the heart of the Lenten message, these programs
are ideal for use with adults preparing for Baptism, prayer groups and those engaged in
ongoing faith formation.
Father Himes has a great gift for taking traditional ideas and
biblical stories and helping us see them in a whole new light. Watch these videos and experience
Advent and Christmas in a new way.
This series provides an introduction and broad overview to the powerful and complex history of Christianity.
These 12 programs begin with the story of the earlier Christians and continues through the development of the creeds, the social
acceptance of Christianity in the time of Constantine, the role of the Church in the Middle Ages, the Reformation and Counter-Reformation,
Enlightenment and Revolution, right up to the present day.
Assisi
Pilgrimage: Walking in Faith with Francis and Clare
D1222 & D2222 (DVD) Written and Directed by Greg Friedman, O.F.M. (Leader’s Guide) Real-life pilgrims who have walked in the footsteps of Francis
and Clare share why they came to Assisi, Rome, Greccio and La Verna. A group of Franciscan
pilgrim guides, including author and poet MURRAY BODO and Clare scholar MARGARET CARNEY,
show us the places and tell the stories of events in the lives of Francis and Clare that
mark the pilgrims’ road.
Father Thomas Richstatter, O.F.M., explores the meaning of the
Mass and takes a step-by-step look at the four principal parts of the Mass. Also features “Bread
That Remembers,” a parable of two brothers who become estranged and later reconcile.
Music Video: “The Song of the Body of Christ.”
Baby's Baptism: Sacrament of Welcome is a three-part video series designed to help prepare parents
for the Baptism of their child. It focuses on the deeper meanings of Christian initiation. Hosted by
Father Anthony Scannell, O.F.M., the overall tone is one of welcome to the faith community, the family
of God. Each part of the series focuses on a specific area in the preparation process.
Father Thomas Richstatter, O.F.M., outlines the stages of the
RCIA, encouraging individuals to reflect on their faith experience against the backdrop
of the Catholic Church's Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults. Includes the music video, “It’s
a Long Walk.”
This DVD includes four special Ikonographics programs especially
for grade-school-aged children.
Celebrating
the Seasons of Advent and Lent D2500 (DVD)
Written by Gaynell Cronin; produced by Ikonographics (Leader’s Guide) This DVD includes Advent: Celebrating the Season (Grades
3-8, 15 min.)
and Lent: Celebrating the Season (Grades 3-8, 18 min.).
Commandments for Young People D2290 (DVD)
Written by Gaynell Cronin; produced by Ikonographics (Leader’s Guide) Using story, Scripture, reflection and prayer, the Commandments
for Young People video collection presents the commandments as gifts that free us
to love God, others and ourselves more deeply. (Grades 4-6)
Thomas Richstatter, O.F.M., explores the Easter Triduum. and offers
a key to understanding the Eucharist Catholics celebrate each Sunday. Includes the music
video, “We Walk With Hunger.”
Exploring the Sacrament of Baptism includes two programs on aspects of this sacrament of
initiation. The first is dramatic and focuses on the deeper meanings of Christian initiation. The second
is a whimsically presented history of the baptismal ritual and its origins. Both are hosted by Father
Anthony Scannell, O.F.M. Cap., who assists in interpreting the visual presentations.
The Faith and Family Life series contains six video programs originally produced by Ikonographics
and Fisher Productions. Directed toward parents as the primary religious educators of their children,
each program is filled with practical how-to ideas that focus on real-life concerns, relationships and
joys.
Offers parents a basic foundation as they help their children
approach the Eucharistic table for the first time. The teaching segment by Thomas Richstatter,
O.F.M., explains the meaning of the Eucharist in Catholic life. Music Video: “Pan
de Vida.”
Forming
Adult Disciples: On Fire With Faith series D2051 (DVD)
Catholic Update Video (Leader’s Guide) This program stimulates enthusiasm and commitment to adult faith formation.
The program consists of four segments.
Forming
Confirmation Sponsors: Handing on the Faith series D2053 (DVD)
Catholic Update Video (Leader’s Guide) This video companion to the book, Handing on the Faith: When You Are a Confirmation Sponsor,
offers insight and encouragement to those sponsors who accompany young people on the journey of initiation
celebrating the sacrament of Confirmation. The program consists of four segments.
Forming
RCIA Sponsors: Handing on the Faith series D2052 (DVD)
Catholic Update Video (Leader’s Guide) This video companion to Handing on the Faith: When You Are
an RCIA Sponsor is an excellent tool to help you recruit and train sponsors for the
RCIA process. Author Rita Burns Senseman talks about the ministry of the sponsor in the
RCIA, and real-life sponsors and catechumens share their personal stories about their
roles and relationships within the RCIA. Includes a music video, “Sponsor’s
Prayer.”
Foundations
of Christianity D5060
(DVD)
with Father Michael Himes Fisher Productions (Leader’s Guide) Spirituality and theology are rich, varied and multidimensional. But what holds it all together? In
this five-part series, Father Michael Himes explores the foundational building blocks of life in Christ.
Godparents
of Children: Handing on the Faith Series D2054 (DVD)
Catholic Update Video (Leader’s Guide) This video companion to Handing on the Faith: When You Are a Godparent will help parents and
godparents alike understand the role of godparent or Christian witness, offering encouragement and ideas
for making this relationship vital, meaningful and lifelong. Includes a musical video reflection, “Godparent’s
Prayer” invoking God's help for those serving as godparents.
Grandma's
Bread/El Pan de la Abuelita D7152 (DVD)
A Eucharist Film Franciscan Communications (Leader’s Guide) 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 Pane de Pasqua (Easter Bread) as a way of bringing her memory to his First
Communion celebration. This DVD includes both the English-language and the Spanish-language
versions of this program.
This four-part presentation offers an opportunity to reflect on
the relationship that is celebrated in the baptism of an infant. A special segment features
insights from couples who present Baptism workshops to parents, and Father Thomas Richstatter,
O.F.M., reflects on what the parish witnesses at the celebration of infant Baptism. Also
features “Purest Praise,” a musical segment by Sandi Patti.
Initiation Sacraments for Young People D2303 (DVD)
Written by Gaynell Cronin; produced by Ikonographics (Leader’s Guide) A collection of programs exploring the important initiation sacraments,
Baptism and Confirmation, for younger children, along with an more in-depth look at Confirmation
and the Holy Spirit for middle-school-aged children.
This video provides an overview of the essence and order of the pivotal
seasons of Lent and Easter in our Church's liturgical year, a season that serves as a time of renewal
for all Catholics and a time of intense preparation for those who are to be baptized at the Church's
Easter Vigil.
DVD Coming Soon!
Living
From the Center: How to Pray D1061 (DVD)
Richard Rohr, O.F.M.; Produced by Fisher Productions (Leader’s Guide) Combining the wisdom of Father Richard Rohr with visually intense and heart-moving images, the DVD leads viewers in a prayer exercise.
This could help them shatter false images of self, get out of the enslaving demands of our culture and find their true identity in God.
Mary:
An Introduction D2309 (DVD)
Produced by Ikonographics & Franciscan Communications (Leader’s Guide) This DVD contains two programs for grade-school children introducing
devotion and prayer to Mary, the mother of Jesus, with emphasis on our understanding of
her life and our Catholic celebration of all things Marian.
Paulist priest and moral theologian Richard Sparks provides insights into living Christian values.
Here is the best of Christian moral theology expressed in a realistic and pastoral way. Portrayals of contemporary life and
enacted scenes make these insights come to life
Pardon,
Peace and Stories of Reconciliation D2004 (DVD)
Franciscan Communications Video (Leader’s Guide) A poignant retelling of the ageless Parable of the Prodigal Son.
When John gives a ride to David, a runaway youth hitchhiking home, John decides from this
encounter to be reconciled with his parents after 62 years. In this ?Remembered? version,
John shares these stories of reconciliation with his teenage granddaughter, some 15 years
later, to help her gain better perspective on her problems. This is an updated and expanded
version of the Franciscan Communication classic, Pardon and Peace.
Pastoral
Care: A Program for Pastoral Volunteers D3050 (DVD)
Franciscan Communications Video (Leader’s Guide) Each segment begins with a re-enacted true story of a pastoral care volunteer and a person in need.
Then the host, Gaynell Bordes Cronin, provides practical advice on what a pastoral care volunteer is called to do. Insights are
given as to what the person in need may be experiencing and how the pastoral care volunteer may respond.
The Old Testament offers us foundations for our most important religious beliefs. It also helps us understand the roots of Jesus' faith
and traditions as well as the New Testament. People of Faith reminds us of the many promises God has kept for us and encourages us to accept our own
individual callings.
Planning
Your Wedding Liturgy D2080 (DVD)
Catholic Update Video; by Father Tom Richstatter, O.F.M.; (Leader’s Guide) This program gives couples a firm foundation for planning their wedding liturgy so that it will be celebrated and
remembered as a visible sign of God's faithful love. The program consists of four segments.
Offers a story, "The Festival Fabric," that tells of two children
who, learning that their misdeeds affect their family, realize that they must seek reconciliation.
Father Thomas Richstatter, O.F.M., encourages parents to share the Good News of God's reconciliation
with their children, and the music video, "Johnny's Tears," models how Jesus extends
God's forgiving love to the child in the sacramental moment.
Prayer is responding to the realization that one is always in the presence of God.
This series encourages young people to discover the different ways of praying. These videos will greatly
facilitate the teaching and practice of prayer. Set includes study guide and one Prayer Classroom Activity
Book. Grades 1-5.
Father Michael Himes explores the lives and workds of six noted spiritual writers from the fourth through the twentieth centuries.
This program is a superb introduction to the great religious classics in the Christian tradition.
Father Michael Himes takes an in-depth look at the contemporary geography of the soul and the meaning of spirituality.
This five-part series answers many questions we have about prayer, spirituality and spiritual disciplines. A perfect program for prayer groups, retreats
and adult formation. You may choose to view these programs in order or individually.
Sacrament
of Anointing: The Church’s Prayer for the Sick V2093 (VHS)
Catholic Update Video (Leader’s Guide) A Special Teaching Segment video program presented by Tom Richstatter, O.F.M. This program offers viewers
an overview of the sacrament of anointing of the Sick with emphasis on its communal celebration and healing
of the whole person—body, mind and spirit. Use it to prepare your community for a parish celebration
of this sacrament, to help individuals who are fearful about celebrating this sacrament, and to instruct
catechumens about this sacrament of healing. 17 minutes.
Sacrament
of Confirmation: Sealed With God’s Spirit Series D2023 (DVD)
Catholic Update Video (Leader’s Guide) Father Tom Richstatter, O.F.M., presents the history, rituals
and meaning of the sacrament in its context as a sacrament of Christian initiation. Bishop
Kenneth Untener discusses the celebration of the sacrament from his viewpoint as presider.
Also includes a musical celebration of the Gifts of the Holy Spirit by gospel composer
Reggie Butler.
Spirit Alive in Community and A Child’s View of
Community.
Stories of Christmas is a visual anthology which will help individuals, Bible study groups
and prayer groups to celebrate Advent and the Christmas season. These programs can help various age
groups to focus on the deeper meanings of this liturgical season, meansing lost to many in the press
of preparation and family festivities.
Explores how the song-prayers of the Bible, the psalms, have been used since
ancient times as a means of prayer, and gives practical prayer suggestions for contemporary Catholics.
Teen
Discipleship: Sealed With God’s Spirit Series D2021 (DVD)
Catholic Update Video (Leader’s Guide) This program follows a group of teens on a mission trip to Chicago,
focusing on how their Christian baptismal commitment comes alive in service to others.
Youth minister Sister Patty McCulloch, M.H.S.H., answers teens’ questions about Christian
service and the work of the Holy Spirit in their lives. Music Video: “We Can Make
a Difference.”
The
Church Celebrates the Liturgical Year and Sunday D2061 (DVD)
Catholic Update Video (Leader’s Guide) This program provides an overview of the Church's liturgical year
and an explanation of Sunday's importance within it. The program is presented in four segments.
Focuses on the history, theology and practice of the Sacrament
of Reconciliation. Father Thomas Richstatter, O.F.M., outlines how the sacrament is celebrated
today, with emphasis on its communal celebration. Concludes with music video, "Deep Down
I Know," by David Haas.
Addressing the topic of reconciliation with a look at the source
of all forgiveness, our reconciling God, the story, "Pardon and Peace," is a contemporary
retelling of the parable of the Prodigal Son. Father Thomas Richstatter, O.F.M., discusses
the nature of sin and how we discover the reconciling God, and the program concludes with
a music video, "No Longer Strangers," by David Haas.
The Gospel for Young People contains six video productions.
By the way he lived and the words he spoke, Jesus showed us how to live as friends with him and with one another.
The
Mass for Children and Young People D2281 (DVD)
Gaynell Cronin and Jack Rathschmidt, O.F.M. Cap. (Leader’s Guide) This collection of four programs focuses on the Eucharist as an
integral part of our lives and spirituality as Catholics.
The
Mystery of Faith: An Introduction to Catholicism D1102 (DVD)
by Rev. Michael J. Himes (Leader’s Guide) The ten programs in this series provide a marvelous introduction
to the depth of Catholic doctrine. Utilizing dramatic scenes, artwork and images to enhance
his warm, humorous and challenging presentations, Father Himes focuses on ten vital faith
topics.
Through story and ritual Gaynell Cronin and Father Jack Rathschmidt
explore the sacraments as signs of God's love and care for us. For children grades 5 to
8.
These video presentations by Father J. Michael Himes focus on
how the ancient Christian communities that created the Gospels speak to the demands of
discipleship today.
Vatican Council II (1962-65) created a new vision of the Catholic
Church for the Third Millennium. The Council was a new Pentecost that will reshape the
world for centuries to come. In this five-part video series, Father Michael Himes looks
at the theological background of the Council, some of the revolutionary teachings of the
Council itself and how the wisdom and insightes of the Council guide us today.
Offers four different approaches to the Stations of the Cross:
history, spirituality, social justice and a video meditation..
The World of St. Francis: Past, Present
and Future D1223 (DVD)
Franciscan Communications Video (Leader’s Guide) The World of St. Francis: Past, Present and Future includes three
programs on the life, times and influence of St. Francis of Assisi.
The two Training Bereavement Ministers programs in this series are designed to assist parish
pastoral ministers as they offer initial training and ongoing formation to those who serve as bereavement
ministers.
Training
Ministers to the Sick: Caring With Faith series V2071 (VHS)
Catholic Update Video (Leader’s Guide) Training Ministers to the Sick is a video resource for
the preparation of those who visit the sick at home or in healthcare facilities.
DVD Coming Soon!
Understanding
the Bible With Stephen Doyle, O.F.M. D7158 (DVD)
Franciscan Communications Video (Leader’s Guide) Father Stephen Doyle speaks with humor, enthusiasm, prayerfulness
and a depth of scholarship that draw his audience into the religious experience and human
history which gave rise to Sacred Scripture.
This program provides insight into the importance of the Catholic
understanding of sacraments in the faith life of Catholics. The program consists of four
segments.
Women Who Inspire includes two programs about strong women who founded religious
congregations which were groundbreaking in their attention to previously underserved populations. Both serve as
courageous examples of commitment to social justice.
This program helps viewers explore the unique “Catholic” approach to Christianity. The program consists of four
segments.
EVERY DAY CATHOLIC
Suggested Group Process
Loving Our Church—Warts and All -
(G0508) Peace—Possibility or Pipe Dream? -
(G0308) The Christian Consumer—A Contradiction? -
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