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Lives of the Saints/Models of Faith My Journey to Life: On the Trail of Celtic Saints Rainer Walde media 270.182 Documentary 2012 DVD 75 minutes Part of a Series Discover the historic secrets of Irish monks on the trail of Celtic Saints. Explore how a spiritual life following the course of nature and admiring creation can help to draw near to God. God's Doorkeeper: St. Andre of Montreal Ignatius Press 270.27 Documentary 2011 DVD 60 minutes Part of a Series On October 17, 2010 Brother Andre became the first male Canadian-born saint and the first saint for the Congregation of Holy Cross. This documentary includes commentary from people who knew Br. Andre and continue his work today and footage of the unforgettable events of Br. Andre's road to sainthood. Thursday, January 23, 2014 Page 1 of 60 Vianney Speaks Saint Luke Production 270.137 Drama 2011 DVD 50 minutes Part of a Series Travel through time to the 19th century parish churches of Ars, France, in this dramatic presentation of Vianney Speaks, performed by Leonardo Defilippis. Witness firsthand the inspiring sermons and intimate prayers of Saint John Vianney, that vividly illustrate the human frailty, humility and fervor of the patron saint of parish priests. Saints with a Past: A Study of Conversion in the Lives of Eight Notorious Sinners Saint Benedict Press 270.176 Instructional 2011 DVD 8 lectures/30 min ea Part of a Series Pope Benedict XVI, speaking on the Feast of the Conversion of St. Paul, said " we can escape the quick sands of pride and sin, lies and sadness, selfishness and false security, to find out and live the richness of Jesus' love if we allow ourselves to be continuously converted by the Lord Jesus." Each lecture highlights the work of grace in the sinner's soul and the beginning of the process of conversion. In a very real sense, all men and women are like the saints covered in this course. We must all overcome sin and travel the road of continual conversion in order to attain holiness and reach Heaven. Humility, grace and conversion form the theme of this unique Catholic Course. No Greater Love Ignatius Press 270.212 Drama 2010 DVD 105 minutes Part of a Series The film interweaves a year in the life of the monastery with the daily rhythms of Divine Office and work. Centered on Holy Week, it follows a year in which a novice is professed and one of the older nuns dies. Though mainly a meditational film, there are several interviews with the nuns, which offer insights into their lives, faith, moments of doubt and their belief in the power of prayer in the heart of the community. A beautifully filmed and deeply inspiring production. Thursday, January 23, 2014 Page 2 of 60 Edith Stein: The Seventh Chamber Ignatius Press 270.109 Drama 2010 DVD 110 minutes Part of a Series A moving, artistic portray of the life of Jewish philosopher, Catholic convert and Carmelite martyr, Edith Stein and her internal struggles as well as her great conflicts from her decision to convert to Catholicism. Vision: From the Life of Hildegard Von Bingen Zeitgeist Films 270.102 Drama 2010 DVD 110 minutes Part of a Series Hildegard von Bingen is brought to life; portraying her fierce determination to expand the responsibilities of women within the order as an iconoclastic pioneer of faith. Saint John Baptist de la Salle Ignatius Press 270.83 Documentary 2010 DVD 90 minutes Part of a Series This film tells the inspiring story of a 17th century French priest who reluctantly became involved in educating poor children and in the process became the Founder of the Brothers of the Christian Schools, an order known as the de la Salle Christian Brothers. Thursday, January 23, 2014 Page 3 of 60 Conversion: Following the Call of Christ Word on Fire 270.11 Documentary 2010 DVD 120 minutes Part of a Series Father Robert Barron presents six Biblical stories of true conversion. They were people just like you who were called by Christ to become better: Bartimaeus, The Calling of Matthew, The Woman at the Well, The Rich Young Man, Jonah and Journey of the Magi. The Miracle of Father Kapaun Ignatius Press 270.96 Documentary 2010 DVD 45 minutes Part of a Series Learn the inspiring life story of Fr. Emil Kapaun and his heroic work as a chaplain during battle and his leadership and comfort of fellow American prisoners after capture and torture by Communists. Father of Mercy: the True Story of Venerable Don Carlo Gnocchi Ignatius Press 270.17 Drama 2009 DVD 200 minutes Part of a Series This epic film depicts the life of Fr. Carlo Gnocchi, and Italian priest who labored heroically to minister to the wounded and dying soldiers during World War II. His great legacy lives on today in the Don Carlo Gnocchi Foundation that provided medical care for thousands of patients in over 75 hospitals and clinics in Europe. Thursday, January 23, 2014 Page 4 of 60 The Fifth Word: Mother Teresa of Calcutta 270.94 Animation 2009 DVD 60 minutes Part of a Series This video captures the life of a young woman possessing an astounding degree of sensitivity and a complete willingness to fulfull and embrace the will of God. Through Her Eyes: Magdalena Nadine Productions 270.99 Drama 2009 DVD 82 minutes Part of a Series Deep in hopelessness, one woman found freedom as she was delivered from her past. Magdalena reveals what can happen when women refuse to live in defeat and choose to discover their real value. It is the true story of Jesus seen through the eyes of Mary Magdalene: a story of tenderness, freedom and purpose. Journey with women of our past to discover hope for your future. Padre Pio: Between Heaven and Earth Ignatius Press 270.64 Drama 2009 DVD 180 minutes Part of a Series Based on historical records and the personal testimony of his fellow friars, this is the amazing true story of the life of the famous stigmatic monk, St. Padre Pio. Blessed with incredible spiritual gifts, including healing, bi-location, reading of souls and the stgmatic wounds, Padre Pio was a powerful witness for Christ and a great spiritual guide to countless souls for over fifty years. Thursday, January 23, 2014 Page 5 of 60 Paul of Tarsus Ignatius Press 270.219 Documentary 2009 DVD 26 minutes Part of a Series Shot on location in Rome and other actual sites of St. Paul, this insightful film takes you on the journey of Paul the Apostle. Bakhita Ignatius Press 270.129 Drama 2009 DVD 190 minutes Part of a Series Bakhita requests to join the order of Canossian sisters, but Marin doesn't want to give her up as his servant, treating her almost as property. This leads to a moving court case that raised an uproar which impacts Bakhita's freedom and ultimate decision to become a nun. Pope John Paul II declared her a saint in the year 2000. Two Suitcases: The Story of St. Josephine Bakhita Vision Video 270.101 Documentary 2009 DVD 58 minutes Part of a Series A docu-drama on the life of a humble slave who became Sudan's first Catholic saint, filmed in the Italian convent where she lived and died. Thursday, January 23, 2014 Page 6 of 60 St. Therese of Lisieux EWTN Global Catholic Network 270.143 Animation 2008 DVD 30 minutes Part of a Series Thomas and his wife Helen help their children Alex and Sarah come to a greater understanding of the importance of virtue by teaching them about the lives of the saints. Road of Hope: The Spiritual Journey of Cardinal Nguyen Van Thuan Ignatius Press 270.168 Documentary 2008 DVD 60 minutes Part of a Series Cardinal Francis Xavier Nguyen Van Thuan was a political prisoner of the Communist regime in Vietnam for thirteen years, nine of which he spent in solitary confinement. An unprececedented glimpse into the life of a modern day martyr and saint. The Passion of Christ According to St. Francis of Assisi Video Vision 270.188 2008 DVD 30 minutes Part of a Series The Writings of St. Francis of Assisi: The Passion of Christ; The Canticle of the Creatures, The Testament of St. Francis Thursday, January 23, 2014 Page 7 of 60 Saint Benedict EWTN Global Catholic Network 270.79 Animation 2008 DVD 30 minutes Part of a Series Thomas and his wife Helen help their children Alex and Sarah come to a greater understanding of the importance of virtue by teaching them about the lives of the saints. St. Margaret Mary EWTN Global Catholic Network 270.144 Animation 2008 DVD 30 minutes Part of a Series Thomas and his wife Helen help their children Alex and Sarah come to a greater understanding of the importance of virtue by teaching them about the lives of the saints. Doctors of the Church EWTN Global Catholic Network 270.15 Documentary 2008 DVD 120 minutes Part of a Series Four disc set; each approximately 30 minutes in length. To date the Catholic Church has proclaimed 33 of its saints to be Doctors of the Church, who excel in holiness. Fr. Charles Connor explores the lives and essential writings of all 33 of these masters of the spiritual life. Thursday, January 23, 2014 Page 8 of 60 Saint Faustina EWTN Global Catholic Network 270.81 Animation 2008 DVD 30 minutes Part of a Series Thomas and his wife Helen help their children Alex and Sarah come to a greater understanding of the importance of virtue by teaching them about the lives of the saints.
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