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. July 19, 2018 Vol. 5 Issue 30

The Best of Matthew Kelly Get this FREE newsletter e-mailed to Many of you have enjoyed Matthew Kelly you...contact Mary Ellen at the Parish this past Lent watching his videos on a Office by calling (616) 363-6897 or by daily basis. For the next several weeks we

email to [email protected] will be featuring the script of some of those daily reflections. Why are we doing this? Our hope is that by going over some of the From the Director of Faith Formation ideas Matthew Kelly shared with us, we will be able to review how we have This week, we continue our selective changed. Each day we have another opportunity to change the direction of our essays from Matthew Kelly who lives. Here is a link if you wish to watch a particular video again: reminds us to do the "next right thing" https://dynamiccatholic.com/bestlentever/lent-reflections-2018 View the video by clicking on the link: https://dynamiccatholic.com/bestlentev Here is the script from day 8: er/lent-reflections-2018 People are obsessed with happiness. People are obsessed with being happy. Looking for a good book to read this There's a reason, a really good reason. The reason is because God created us summer? John O’Neil’s "The for happiness. God created us for happiness. He created you to be happy. God Fisherman’s Tomb" tells the true story wants you to be happy. It's the will of God that you be happy. of the Vatican’s secret search for St. Now, that doesn't mean happiness all the time. And it doesn't mean euphoria all Peter’s tomb in Rome. There is a the time. And that doesn't mean that there isn't a place for suffering and special offer for a great price and sacrifice in our lives. But God created us to be reasonably happy in this life and FREE shipping for this book when you eternally happy in the next life. It's that “reasonably happy” thing we're not that buy it from Our Sunday Visitor comfortable with. We don't want to be reasonably happy; we want to be Catholic Bookstore . See page 2 of this euphorically happy all the time. That's why people do so many stupid things. newsletter for the details. Most of the stupid things we do, we do because we're looking for an elevated

Don’t forget the Kelly Conference experience. Why do people become addicted to drugs? They're looking for an Room has many DVD’s for you to take elevated experience. They're not satisfied with being reasonably happy. They want to be euphorically happy. And of course, then they want to be home for the kids as well as films on St euphorically happy all the time. And so they need more and more of this John Paul II and St. Mother Teresa. A partial list of some of the DVD’s can substance to create that false euphoric happiness and . . . and well, we know how that goes. be found on pages 11 and 12 at the end of the newsletter The other thing that I think is really important for us to remember is that, very often, we are the creators of our own unhappiness. Because the reality is, Last weekend the Destiny newsletter happiness is a choice. A thousand times a day we have a choice between came out. Look on page 3 of this happiness and misery. Yes, there are some things Table of Contents newsletter or the Destiny for more that are outside of our control, but a thousand times information about Bishop Walkowiak Matthew Kelly 2 a day we still have a choice between happiness and Gospel Summaries 4 offering to celebrate the sacrament of misery. Living the Word 5 Confirmation for practicing Catholics. Vatican News 6 Are you choosing happiness, or are you choosing Weekly Lesson Plans 7

Kindly e-mail your comments and misery? We create unhappiness in our own lives. CIC Schedule 9 How are you creating unhappiness in your life at the Parish Calendar 10 suggestions to [email protected] DVD List 11 & 12 moment? If you are in a place where you don't like

who you are and where you are . . . if you are in a place where you don't like your life . . . what do we do about that? Just do the next right thing. It's always the path that leads to happiness. Just do the next right thing. Don't worry about what you have to do tomorrow—just do the next right thing. It's amazing how quickly adopting that attitude, that approach, can change the happiness levels in our lives.

Commentary: By Clem Schwartz, Director of Faith Formation What will you do today that is the next right thing? I know that some days nothing seems to go the way I want it to go. I recall an old saying I wrote when I was in high school seminary studying to be a priest. The saying was: “It’s the effort that counts and not the results.” That saying got me through tough times when I was lonely or disappointed with what I had experienced that particular day. Did I make the effort to be the best person God expected? And so what happened today, does it really matter? It is your effort that counts and some days don’t always go the way you want. Matthew Kelly reminds us to look at the progress were are making. None of has reached perfection. Every day is an opportunity to be a little more the best version of ourselves.

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Bishop Barron Sunday Radio Homily

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Celebration of the Sacrament of Confirmation for Practicing Catholic Adults

If you or your spouse may have never celebrated the sacrament of Confirmation you have two choices here at St. Jude’s Parish. You may join the Sunday evening classes for the RITE OF CHRISTIAN INITIATION FOR ADULTS (RCIA) beginning September 16th from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. during the weekly classes for children in grades 1-8 in the public school. You will join the other adults who have never been baptized or wish to celebrate the sacraments of Holy Communion and Confirmation in the spring of the year, too. We highly recommend you participate in a yearlong preparation renewing your Catholic Faith by sharing with others who wish to join our Catholic community. However, this is not a requirement for those Catholics who have been actively practicing their Catholic Faith for many years. The second option is to register as a candidate for the sacrament of Confirmation NOW! The only requirement will be to meet with Clem Schwartz to answer any questions who may have about the Catholic Church and to complete the necessary paperwork. We strongly encourage that your spouse or a good friend be asked to be your Confirmation Sponsor no matter which option you choose.

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16th Sunday in Ordinary Time Read the Sunday Gospel… July 22 Read the Gospel from your Bible, or go to USCCB.org for the readings: https://www.loyolapress.com/our-catholic- Mark 6:30-34 http://www.usccb.org/bible/readings/072218.cfm faith/liturgical-year/sunday-connection/16th- Read the Gospel sunday-of-ordinary -time-b-sunday-connection Jesus invites his disciples to rest after their ministry, and Jesus is moved In today’s Gospel, we read about the report with pity for the crowds who pursue them. of the return of the Twelve sent by Jesus to What is the message and how can you respond to it? preach repentance, heal the sick, and drive out demons. When the Twelve return to Family demands can make us feel like Jesus and the twelve apostles. Jesus, he invites them to come away from We wish for times of relaxation and renewal, but there are errands to do, the crowds and rest. But the crowds will not household chores to keep up with, volunteer commitments to keep. give them peace. In an effort to get away, These are all good things, but we can be left feeling drained and tired as Jesus and his disciples board a boat in hopes we try to keep up. Perhaps we might take the opportunity this week to of finding a deserted place. But the crowds give ourselves permission to find the rest and relaxation that Jesus seeks notice this and arrive ahead of them. The for his disciples in today’s Gospel. One of the gifts we can give to one crowds are so persistent that Jesus and his another in our family life is assistance in finding the time and space to disciples cannot find a place to be alone. renew ourselves through prayer.

Mark’s Gospel tells us that Jesus is moved Apply that message to change your attitude or behavior. with pity and begins to teach the crowds. When you gather together as a family this week, bring your family Our Gospel for today stops here, but Mark’s calendar. Together review your family calendar and spend some time report of the unyielding demands of the reflecting on your family activities. In particular, ask if your family has crowd continues in the verses that follow. If an appropriate amount of time for rest and relaxation. If not, discuss ways we were to continue reading from Mark’s in which this time for renewal might be included in the week ahead. Read Gospel, we would hear Jesus instruct his together today’s Gospel, Mark 6:30-34. Notice how Jesus tried to find disciples to feed the crowd in the familiar time and space for his disciples to rest and relax after they returned from miracle of the multiplication of the loaves their mission. Conclude in prayer together, asking God to help us find and fishes. The work of Jesus and his time to renew ourselves so that we might be better disciples of Jesus. disciples appears to be a round-the-clock Pray together the Lord’s Prayer. job. In the next few weeks, we will hear the story of Jesus’ feeding of the multitude, but Taken from: https://www.loyolapress.com/our-catholic-faith/liturgical- our Lectionary will turn to the sixth chapter year/sunday-connection/16th-sunday-of-ordinary-time-b-sunday-connection of the Gospel of John to report and reflect on this story. Did You Know…

In today’s Gospel, we hear the Twelve ...the Eucharist is the real presence of Jesus referred to as “apostles.” The Christ? As Catholics, we believe that during word apostle is a Greek word meaning “one the Consecration, the bread becomes the Body who is sent.” Jesus chose twelve men from of Christ and the wine is his blood. The change among his disciples whom he sent to share is known as transubstantiation meaning there is in his ministry of preaching and healing. The a change in the substance though the first report of this is found in the third appearance remains the same. chapter of Mark’s Gospel, where the Twelve are also called apostles and the names of this Examination of Conscience select group are listed. What can I do to invite Jesus into my life? We who are Jesus’ disciples today have also been sent to share the Gospel with others. How do I bring him into my life? Perhaps our commitment to following Jesus What helps me be more conscious of as his disciple leaves us feeling tired and Jesus n the world? overwhelmed. In today’s Gospel, we hear What distracts me or gets in the way of' Jesus affirm the importance of times of rest really paying attention and looking for and renewal. Jesus wanted his disciples to Jesus in my life? come away and spend time alone with him. This is what we seek and find in our life of We would like to acknowledge the following publisher we have used with permission sections from its publication: Celebrating the Liturgy for Junior High Copyright, 2017 Archdiocese of Chicago: Liturgy Training Publications. All prayer and in our celebration of the rights reserved. Orders 1-800-933-1800. Permission to publish granted by the Most Reverend Francis J. Kane, DD, Eucharist. Vicar General Archdiocese of Chicago, on February 6, 2017

LIVING THE WORD: July 22, 2018 16th Sunday in Ordinary Time

Read Mark 6: 30-34. You may want to listen to Bishop Barron’s homily reflection before attending Mass this week.

Pray with the Word (Pray with this text before and after attending Mass.)

Lord God, faithful shepherd of the flock, in Jesus you long to gather into one fold the scattered sheep, the desolate crowd, the souls bewildered and confused. Work in us and through us to fashion a new humanity, proclaiming peace to those near and those far off, gathering many into one through Christ’s glorious Cross, and through whom we ask this prayer. Amen.

Prepare for the Word (Before attending Mass, reflect on these questions to help prepare to hear the readings.)

Do you know anyone who is like a sheep, without a shepherd?

Do they need a friend? A little guidance? Encouragement? How can you help them?

Reflect on the Word (After attending Mass, reflect on these questions.)

Think of a time in your life when you have been a sheep without a shepherd? Did you turn to God? Why or why not?

Act on the Word (Use these ideas to act on the readings during the week.)

This week whenever you feel too tired to do something you know you ought to do, pray, Jesus, give me the strength to do what I need to do.” Perhaps you should encourage every family member to pray in the same way. Perhaps using this prayer when you gather as a family or personally when you start the day.

Reach out to someone who is considered an outsider. Have lunch with them. Be kind to them. Ask them how their day is going. Just be their friend.

Saint Alphonsus Programs & Activities for Seniors

St. Alphonsus at 224 Carrier NE provides activities on Mondays and Wednesdays each week. All programs take place in the Parish Center. Everyone 55+ is welcome including non-parishioners.

For more information or to RSVP contact the Senior Program Voicemail at 616-913-4419 Phone this number to obtain the Calendar of events or e-mail [email protected]

Pope Francis: A good Catholic proclaims the Dominican bishops encourage citizens to respect Gospel. life at all stages

https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/a-good- https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/news/dominican- catholic-proclaims-the-gospel-pope-francis-says-20340 bishops-encourage-citizens-to-respect-life-at-all-stages- 58695

Vatican City, Jul 15, 2018 / 05:57 am (CNA/EWTN News).- By virtue of their Baptism, every Catholic is Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, Jul 13, 2018 / 03:50 called to proclaim the Gospel of Jesus Christ – a mission pm (ACI Prensa).- The bishops' conference of the which cannot be separated from the Catholic Church, Dominican Republic published Wednesday a statement Pope Francis said Sunday. affirming the importance for the Church of forming persons “It is truly [our] Baptism that makes us missionaries,” the to value and respect life in all its stages. pope said in off-the-cuff comments July 15. “A baptized “The bishops, conscience of the challenges facing our person who does not feel the need to proclaim the Gospel, society, consider the integral formation of a human being to to announce Jesus, is not a good Christian.” permit him to value and to respect life in all its stages a very The first necessary element of all authentic missionary important challenge,” reads the July 11 statement from the discipleship is the “changeless center, which is Jesus,” he Dominican bishops. The nation's episcopal conference had said. This is because proclaiming the Gospel cannot be held a plenary assembly July 1-6. separated from Christ or from the Church. The bishops' focus on respect for life comes as various Announcing the Gospel “is not an initiative of individual groups, including the Christian Alliance of the Dominican believers, groups or even large groups, but it is the Republic, press for the decriminalization of abortion in Church’s mission inseparably united with her Lord,” Pope cases of the mother's life, fetal inviability, or rape. Francis said. “No Christian proclaims the Gospel ‘on his Moreover, the bishops said there must be work done “so own,’ but only sent by the Church who received the that the people do not let themselves be discouraged, mandate from Christ himself.” because what the Church encourages is that we fight for all Speaking during his weekly Angelus address, the pope lives. We have reaffirmed, before science, law, and before reflected on the Christian’s mission as seen when Jesus God that no-one has the right to condemn to death an sends out his disciples “two by two” to preach repentance. innocent, and much less an indefensible child.” Jesus’ message to his disciples in this episode of the “We promote public policies, which rather than leading to death, are the foundation for defending all human rights, Gospel concerns not just priests, but every baptized person, who is “called to witness, in the various beginning with the first and most important: the life of all,” environments of life, the Gospel of Christ,” he said. they exhorted. Like the disciples were warned, the message may not be The bishops also noted that they are anticipating the welcomed, but this aligns with what Jesus himself celebration of the 525th anniversary of the first known Mass experienced, the pope said, noting that he was “was to have been said in the Americas, on Epiphany in 1494. rejected and crucified.” That Mass was said during Columbus' second voyage to the New World, on the northern coast of Hispaniola, in what is “Only if we are united with him, dead and risen, can we now the Dominican Republic. find the courage of evangelization,” Francis said.

Weekly Lesson Plans for July 22, 2018 The 16th Sunday in Ordinary Time

Making the Connection (Grades 1, 2, and 3)

Begin with song: Like A Shepherd He Feeds His Flock https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GSJXi_wXLi4 Young children instinctively know that they need time for rest and quiet. We can teach them that quiet time with Jesus can be an important part of their daily routine. Preparation for Sunday Scripture Readings, Tell your family that they have a lot of things to do today, beginning with this activity. Lead your children through a series of exercises (jumping jacks, running in place, toe touches, and so on). Instruct your children to participate for as long as they want, but they should sit down when they get tired. When only a few remain standing, instruct everyone to sit down. Say: What happened just now is what happens to us after a long day of activity. Each day we are busy doing many good and fun activities. At the end of the day, we are tired and need time to rest. What are some of the things you do at the end of the day to help you rest? (quiet time with family, reading, listening to quiet music, praying, and so on) Say: In today’s Gospel we learn that Jesus and his disciples also needed to find time to rest after a busy day. Let’s listen carefully to this Gospel.

Read aloud today’s Gospel, Mark 6:30-34. Then show this video clip: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0qYLtD51KSs Ask: What does Jesus want to do with his disciples? (He wanted to go away from the crowds and rest.) Are they able to do this? (No, the crowds follow them.) Say: Jesus knew that his disciples were tired, and he wanted to spend some quiet time with them. But they weren’t able to do that on this day because the crowds kept following them. Jesus also wants to spend quiet time with us, and he invites us to do this in our prayer. Now that Jesus is with God in heaven, he is able to be with us whenever we pray. As we settle in at the end of the day, we can spend time with Jesus in prayer.

Conclude by teaching the children the Evening Prayer and praying it together. Encourage the children to pray before they go to sleep each night. Evening Prayer: God, our Father, this day is done. We ask you and Jesus Christ, your Son, that with the Spirit, our welcome guest, guard our sleep and bless our rest. Amen.

Conclude by listening to this song: Shepherd Me O God https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AmFM4jZasvs

Making the Connection (Grades 4, 5 and 6) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GSJXi_wXLi4

Older children are learning to manage their own activities and commitments. We can help them appreciate the importance of including time for rest, relaxation, and prayer as they learn how to be disciples of Christ. Preparation for Sunday Scripture Readings

Invite your children to think about what they will be doing this week. It is summer time and so they have more time to do outside activities. Say: We do many important things during the week. To make these important things happen, we have to do some planning. For example, we might have to arrange for rides to practices and sporting events. We also know that we need to find time for rest and relaxation. Say: In last week’s Gospel, we heard Jesus send his disciples to preach and to heal in his name. In today’s Gospel, we hear what happens when they return from this important work.

Invite one of your children to read aloud today’s Gospel, Mark 6:30-34. Then view this video clip: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0qYLtD51KSs

Ask: What does Jesus want his disciples to do now that they have returned from their work? (He wants them to rest.) Do they succeed in finding time to rest? (No, the crowd continues to seek them out; Jesus is moved with pity and begins to teach the crowd.)

Say: In today’s Gospel, we learn that Jesus wanted his disciples to rest and relax after their work. Jesus also wants us to make time in our lives for rest and relaxation. Part of this time might be spent in prayer. Just as we need to set aside time for homework and to plan for other important activities in our week, we also need to plan for prayer. Conclude by asking the children to look over their weekly schedules and to identify a time this week when they will pray.

Ask Jesus to help them make prayer a priority in their lives. Pray together the Lord's Prayer.

Conclude by listening to this song: Shepherd Me O God https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AmFM4jZasvs

Making the Connection (Grades 7 and 8)

Begin with song: Like A Shepherd He Feeds His Flock https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GSJXi_wXLi4

Summer months provide a greater freedom to enjoy time for recreation. As young people plan their days, we can encourage them to set apart time for prayer as well. Preparation for Sunday Scripture Readings

Invite the your children to consider what activities they would choose if given the opportunity to plan one day of summer. Point out that we benefit from participating in recreational activities throughout the year, but often find more opportunities to do so during the summer months.

Say: In last week’s Gospel reading, we heard how Jesus sent out the Twelve, giving them authority over unclean spirits. This Sunday’s Gospel describes what happened when the Twelve returned. Let’s listen carefully to this Gospel reading. Invite one of your children to read aloud this Sunday’s Gospel, Mark 6:30–34. And then show this video clip: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0qYLtD51KSs

Ask: What does Jesus want his disciples to do now that they have returned?(He wants them to rest.) What happens when Jesus and the disciples try to find a quiet place? (The crowd continues to seek them out. Jesus is moved with pity and begins to teach the crowds.)

Say: We are blessed to have opportunities to choose how to spend our time. Jesus wants us to take time for rest and to spend time with him in prayer. As we plan for recreational activities this summer, we can set apart time for prayer too. Encourage your children to make good choices about their activities this summer, including setting apart time for prayer each day. Using the Living Faith Booklets each day is one way your children can pray. Encourage them to pray the reflection and even read of the weekday readings listed on the bottom of the page.

Say: In prayer, Jesus renews and strengthens us to live as his disciples. When we pray, we can talk with Jesus about our own needs and the concerns we have for others. Just as Jesus was moved with pity when he saw the crowds, Jesus will hear us and respond with love when we bring these concerns to him in prayer.

Conclude in prayer, praising God for the gifts of summer and asking for help to strengthen our resolve to grow closer to God through prayer. Pray together the Lord’s Prayer or the psalm for this Sunday, Psalm 23. Conclude by listening to this song: Shepherd Me O God https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AmFM4jZasvs

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS for

July /August 2018 Located inside Cathedral Square – Suite 2A 360 Division Ave South, Grand Rapids, MI 49503

The following is a partial list of events scheduled at the Catholic Information Center located in Cathedral Square on Division at Wealthy in downtown Grand Rapids.

For information, phone the CIC at (616) 459-7267. Register online: http://www.catholicinformationcenter.org/course- registration "Holy Brew for Adults in their 20s and 30s" - Meeting at the Jolly Pumpkin Brewery at 428 Bridge St. NW Thursday, July 19 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

With Paulo Paccini, CSP and Sr. Maria Serra Garcia, FSE CIC| 360 Division S | Grand Rapids | |616-459-7267 Join Paolo & Sr. Maria Serra for a lively discussion on prayer. How do we find time for prayer in our busy lives? How can we stay focused when we are distracted? How can we turn to God in lonely, scary, or just plain boring moments in our lives? ** Advance Reservations needed so we can get the right number of seats.

Creating a Prayer Garden: Experiencing God through Nature Tuesday, July 24, 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm Sr. Damien Marie Savino, FSE

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It’s a joy seeing gardens blooming during our beautiful Michigan summers! From flowers to vegetables and herbs, there are so many different types of gardens. Have you ever considered creating a prayer garden? A prayer garden is a visual reminder of your faith and provides a serene refuge where you can spend time with God. Join Sr. Damien Marie to learn more about the spiritual symbolism of various flowers, make a scripture stone and take home ideas on creating a sacred space in your garden or on your deck at home. $10 donation is suggested.

"Divorce Recovery & Support Group" Wednesday, July 25 7:30 pm - 8:45 pm With Jim Kline CIC| 360 Division S | Grand Rapids | |616-459-7267 For all those who are divorced or who are on the way to becoming divorced, this support group is led by those who have been through divorce themselves and offers a pathway to personal growth. $15 cost for the series.

"Divorce Recovery & Support Group" Wednesday, August 1 7:30 pm - 8:45 pm With Jim Kline

CIC| 360 Division S | Grand Rapids | |616-459-7267 For all those who are divorced or who are on the way to becoming divorced, this support group is led by those who have been through divorce themselves and offers a pathway to personal growth. $15 cost for the series.

"Divorce Recovery & Support Group" Wednesday, August 8 7:30 pm - 8:45 pm With Jim Kline CIC| 360 Division S | Grand Rapids | |616-459-7267 For all those who are divorced or who are on the way to becoming divorced, this support group is led by those who have been through divorce themselves and offers a pathway to personal growth. $15 cost for the series. Sue Wuorinen, Evangelization & Youth Coordinator (616) 363-6885 Cell: (616) 560-8107 th July 19 Thursday Email: [email protected] 8:30 am Mass in the chapel 9:00 am to 12:00 noon Summer Camp School building

July 20th Friday 8:30 am Mass in the chapel Go online to www.stjudes.net/thaddeus-society or contact Sue st Wuorinen at: (616) 363-6885, ext. 1166 or email July 21 Saturday 3:00 pm Confessions in the church [email protected] 4:00 pm Vigil Mass

July 22nd Sunday 8:30 and 10:30 am Masses

July 23rd Monday Go online to www.stjudes.net/mothers-of-grace-calendar to

8:30 am Word & Communion Service in the chapel view the calendar of events or contact Sue Wuorinen at: (616) 363-6885, ext. 1166 or email [email protected] 9:00 am to 12:00 noon Summer Camp School building

th July 24 Tuesday 8:30 am Mass in chapel followed by the birthday coffee in the Brophy Center 9:00 am to 12:00 noon Summer Camp School building 7:30 -8:45 pm Men of Emmaus - Millennium Conf. Rm th July 25 Wednesday 8:30 am Mass in chapel 9:00 am to 12:00 noon Summer Camp School building

Videos to Borrow to take Home - Sign them out in the Kelly Conference Room Now that summer has arrived and the kids are home, don’t forget there are a number of DVD’s you can borrow from the Kelly Conference Room for viewing at home. Here is a list of just some of the titles that you can find there. Be sure to sign out your selections in the binder and return them as soon as you're done viewing them so others can sign them out.

DVD 8 Five Classic Family Movies

1. Snowbound - Based upon a true story. When traveling through the mountains in their car with their infant, Jim and Jennifer end snowbound when a big snowstorm traps them in. After staying in the car for a couple of days, they leave the vehicle behind and head out to find help. (93 minutes)

2. Baker’s Hawk - When he rescues an injured hawk from the prying eyes of a hunting fox, Billy Baker takes the hawk to Mr. McGraw, the town outcast who has a way with animals. As the two nurse the hawk back to health, the bond between boy, bird, and misunderstood recluse sparks newfound courage and confidence in Billy. (97 minutes)

3. Castle Rock - A rebellious girl and a handsome young stranger wanted by the law must work together to brave the perils of the scorching Arizona desert in this action-packed family adventure. (85 minutes)

4. Lassie: the Painted Hills - After years of prospecting, Jonathan finally strikes gold. He returns to town only to discover that his partner has since died and left Tommy fatherless. He decides to leave Shep (played by Lassie) with Tommy to cheer him up. Meanwhile, Jonathan’s new partner, Lin, isn’t interested in sharing the gold, and lures Jonathan to his death. (68 minutes)

5. River’s End -Barry Corbin plays a fictional Menard County sheriff who uses country savvy and cowboy logic to straighten out his angry teen-aged grandson, Clay, a high school senior who can’t seem to stay out of trouble. (97 minutes)

DVD 9 Four All American Classics

1. Huckleberry Finn - Always in a bind, Huckleberry Finn has learned to thin on his feet. When his father kidnaps him, Huck fakes his own death and escapes down the wild Mississippi. While on the run, Huck teams up with his own friend, Jim, a slave header to free territory. Together they encounter every kind of adventure imaginable. (77 minutes) RATED PG for Language and Mild Violence.

2. The Adventures of Tom Sawyer - In his email Missouri town, Tom Sawyer is a big troublemaker. When he’s not tricking others into doing his work, he’s upsetting his aunt, or wooing his your love. But sometimes Tom’s mischief gets him in over his head...especially when he and his pal, Huckleberry Finn, witness a murder. (91 minutes) Not rated/ Dove “Family Approved” for Ages 12+

3. Where the Red Fern Grows - Billy Coleman, a boy growing up in the Ozarks of Oklahoma, is desperate for his own hunting dogs. He scrimps and saves to make his dream a reality, and his investment pays off when he and his dogs Old Dan and Lil’ Ann win the top prize at the annual raccoon hunting contest. (97 minutes) Rated G / Dove “Family Approved” for Ages 12+

4. Lassie: The Painted Hills - Jonathan Harvey strikes gold and returns home to learn that his former partner has passed away, orphaning his young son, Tommy. To keep the boy company while he and his new partner sort out their gold findings, Jonathan leaves Tommy in the care of his loyal Collie, Shep. (66 minutes) Not Rated.

DVD #11 Five Dove-Approved Movie Collection 1. Out of the Woods - A lawyer heads into the wilderness to check on his grandfather and is faced with a decision that will change his life forever. (87 minutes) Not Rated Dove “Family Approved” for Age 12+

2. Where There’s a Will - Richie, a failed con-man with debt to a merciless loan shark, receives an offer to look after his ailing grandmother – a woman he’s never even met. (84 minutes) Not Rated Dove “Family Approved” for Ages 12+

3. Fielder’s Choice - Life is perfectly uncomplicated for promising advertising executive Philip Fiedler until his sister unexpectedly dies, leaving him with custody of his autistic eight-year-old nephew. (85 minutes) Not Rated “Family Approved” for Ages 12+ 4. Solomon’s Choice - A family is torn when their teenage daughter is diagnosed with leukemia and their medically - unstable son is the best bet for a bone marrow transplant. Not Rated “Family Approved” for Ages 12+ 5. Undercover Angel - A struggling writer unexpectedly becomes the babysitter of a lovable six-year old names Jenny. (92 minutes) Rates PG for mild thematic elements / “Family Approved” for Ages 12+

DVD #14 Abraham (1994) - Turner Pictures presents the story of Abraham starring Richard Harris and Barbara Hershey. Part of the Bible Collection first shown on TNT TV. (187 minutes) DVD #15 Jacob (1994) - Turner Pictures presents the story of Jacob, the father of the 12 tribes of Israel, starring Matthew Modine as Jacob and Lara Flynn Boyle as Rachel. Part of the Bible Collection first shown on TNT TV. (93 minutes)

DVD #16 Joseph (1995) - Turner Pictures presents the story of Joseph, one of the 12 sons of Jacob sold into slavery by his brothers, starring Ben Kingsley, Paul Mercurio, Martin Landali, and Lesley Ann Warron. Part of the Bible Collection first shown on TNT TV. (187 minutes)

DVD #17 Moses (1995) - Turner Pictures presents the story of Moses, starring Ben Kinsley, Academy Award winner. Part of the Bible Collection first shown on TNT TV. (182 minutes) DVD #18 Samson and Delilah (1996) - Turner Pictures presents the Story of Samson, one of the “judges” chosen to lead the chosen people before the age of kings, starring Dennis Hopper, Eric Thal, Elizabeth Hurley, Diana Rigg, and Michael Gambon. Part of the Bible Collection first shown on TNT TV. (180 minutes) DVD #19 David (1997) - Turner Pictures presents the Story of David, poet, musician, and eventually king of Israel staring Leonard Nimoy, Nathaniel Parker, Sheryl Lee, and Jonathan Pryce. Part of the Bible Collection first shown on TNT TV. (182 minutes)

DVD #20 2 DVD Set: Jeremiah (1998) and Solomon (1997) - Jeremiah tells the story of the prophet who abandons his family and the woman he loves in order to relay God’s message to Jerusalem and experiences first hand Jerusalem’s destruction by the Babylonians starring Patrick Dempsey. Part of the Bible Collection first shown on TNT TV. (95 minutes) After defeating his older brother, Solomon is crowded King of Israel and rules the land with love, peace, and respect starring Ben Cross and Vivica A. Fox. Part of the Bible Collection first shown on TNT TV (172 minutes)

DVD #21 Esther (2010) - Following the conquest of Babylon, the King of Persia give a banquet for his people at which he meets the young girl Esther who immediately captivates him with her charm and beauty. Eventually she tells the King she is Jewish and saves many innocent people and paves the way for their return to Jerusalem.

DVD #22 Paul the Apostle (The Bible Collection) -From Emmy award-winning director Roger Young (Joseph and

Jesus) comes the spectacular story of Paul the Apostle. Paul, originally known as Saul of Tarsus, was at the forefront of efforts to stamp out the early Church until Jesus stopped him on the road to Damascus, forever changing his life and mission. He joyfully faced persecution, imprisonment, and peril in order to share the love and redemption offered by Christ. (145 minutes) DVD #23 The Apocalypse (The Bible Collection) -Richard Harris stars as the Apostle John in The Apocalypse. Held captive by the Romans on the Island of Patmos, the aged Apostle John receives strange visions, including messages directly from Jesus to the seven persecuted churches on the nearby mainland. Now John, the last living witness to the Lord’s resurrection must find a way to spread the message to the church. These visions form the content s of the Book of Revelation. (96 minutes) Another film originally shown on TNT as part of the Bible Collection of dramas. Jesus of Nazareth - (Full Movie) There are several copies available to borrow. Look for the 100’s on the shelf. For your older children or adults you may want to view this film. The mini-series was directed by Franco Zeffirelli and produced by Lew Grade through his ITC Entertainment company. Zeffirelli co-wrote the screenplay with Anthony Burgess and Suso Cecchi d'Amico. It was filmed entirely on location in Tunisia and Morocco. The total runtime is 6 hours and 21 minutes. Jesus of Nazareth premiered on 27 March 1977 on British television on the ITV network, courtesy of ITC's parent company, Associated Television; it made its American premiere as an NBC Easter special, on 3 April 1977. For its fifth airing on American television at Easter 1987, TV Guide called Jesus of Nazareth "the best mini-series of all time" and "unparalleled television.