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Saints (General)

VC 1081.02             Images of God, Mary and the Saints                                      JSA[1]

cds[2]                           (ACTA Publications, 1993, 47 min.)

Segments on this tape include: Images of God; the Madonna; the Mother of us all; Canonized Saints; everyday Saints.

 

VC 115.04               Mary and the Saints                                                              JSA

cds                              (Ligouri Publications, 1993, 30 min.)

 

VC 1200                  Communion of Saints: A Litany of Saints Old and New          JSA

cds                           (Mass Media Ministries, 1994, 15 min.)                            

In this inspiring presentation viewers are introduced to numerous saints and 20th century heroes and heroines who have made the spirit of Jesus incarnate in our world. Each is portrayed in an icon and the poetic text captures each prophet’s unique gift from God to the world.

 

VC 0428.05               God’s Special Friend                                                             EP

cs                               (ROA, 30 min.)

Children are introduced to saints as friends of God and the importance of prayer in our lives.

  

Saints (Groups of Saints)

 

VC 2125                  Saints and Strangers                                                               JSA

cds                              (Vision Video, 2003, 58 min.)

This video explores the role that faith and religion played in the founding of America. It examines the religious and spiritual roots of the men and women who founded our country. The video addresses religious influences from the time of the Mayflower to the Great Awakening, from Plymouth Rock to the War for Independence. The influences of the Church of England, the Puritans, Baptists, Quakers and others during the colonial period are traced.

 

VC 1141.11               Saints and Heroes                                                                 PI

cd                                 (Argus/Tabor, 1986, 30 min.)

Part of the series “Sacred Heart Kids’ Club” this video includes lively song, puppets, dance, activities, etc.

 

VC 0387.01               Saints Love People                                                               IJ

cs                                 (ROA Films/W.C. Brown, 1987, 19 min.)

Through John Bosco, Dominic Savio, Mama Margaret Bosco, this segment gives us insights into belonging.

  

VC 0387.02               Saints Love To Laugh                                                          IJ

cs                                 (ROA Films/W.C. Brown, 1987, 13 min.)

The true followers of Christ are known for their joyfulness. St. Philip Neri and St. Therese of the Child Jesus are featured.

 

 

VC 0659.01               Saints Alive                                                                         PI

c                                 (CTNA, 60 min.)

All Saints’ Day; Frances Cabrini, St. Dominic Savio, Dorothy Day.

 

 

VC 0659.02               Saints Alive                                                                         PI

c                                 (CTNA, 60 min.)

Elizabeth of Hungary, Francis of Assisi, Johan of Arc, St. Paul.

 

 

VC 0659.03               Saints Alive                                                                         PI

c                                 (CTNA, 60 min.)

Elizabeth Ann Seton, St. Therse of Lisieux, St. Patrick, St. Kateri Tekawitha.

 

 

VC 0659.04               Saints Alive                                                                          PI

 c                                 (CTNA, 60 min.)

Pierre Toussaint, St. Vincent de Paul.

 

VC 1409                    Saints’ Gallery of Heaven’s Heroes                                     IJSA

cds                            (Oblate Media, 1995, 34 min.)

Highlights from the lives of St. Joseph, Joan of Arc, Elizabeth Ann Seton, Martin de Tours, Martin de Porres, and Elizabeth of Hungary are narrated with visuals of art, picture and drawings. Each is around 5 minutes long and ends with the date that the Church celebrates each one’s life.

 

VC 1461                    Saints’ Gallery Volume II: Founders                                    IJSA

cds                           (Oblate Media, 1996, 40 min.)

This edition features inspiring stories of individuals who founded religious orders that are still carrying out their great works: St. Ignatius of Loyola, St. Benedict, St. Francis of Assisi, St. Angela Merici, and St. Eugene de Mazenod. A rare glimpse at the complex and little known process of canonization is included.

 

VC 1462                    Saints’ Gallery Volume III: Saints for all Seasons               IJSA

cds                            (Oblate Media, 1996, 40 min.)

The Saints’ lives examined in this video are Mary, Queen of Saints, St. Valentine, St. Nicholas, St. Patrick and St. Mary Magdalen.

 

VC 1558                    Saints’ Gallery Volume IV: Early Church Leaders               IJSA

cds                              (Oblate Media, 1997, 45 min.)

In this presentation the viewer learns about the lives and deeds of St. Peter, St. Clare of Assisi, St. Paul, St. Thomas Aquinas and St. Catherine of Siena. One marvels at the depth of their faith and devotion to God but also sees their humanity, imperfections, triumphs, and failures.

 

VC 1963                    Saints Gallery Volume V:  Great Women                             IJSA

cds                              (Oblate, 2001, 30 min.)

In this fascinating episode, the viewer will learn about the lives and deeds of three women whose names have become synonymous with virtue, holiness, and compassion. St. Theresa of Lisieux (Little Flower), Kateri Tekawitha (Lily of the Mohawks), and Edith Stein.

 

VC 1699                    Saints for Kids Volume I                                                       EP

cds                               (Pauline Video, 1998, 15 min.)

These delightfully animated stories are good introductions to the saints. Each 4 minute presentation highlights how a particular saint followed Jesus. In this volume: Francis of Assisi, Elizabeth and Zechariah, and Martin of Tours.

 

VC 1700                    Saints for Kids Volume 2                                                     EP

cds                               (Pauline Video, 1998, 15 min.)

In this volume: Nicholas, Stephen, Anne and Joachim.

 

VC 1728                    Saints for Kids Volume 3                                                     EP

cds                              (Pauline Video, 1999, 13 min.)

In this volume: Clare, John Bosco, and Andrew, the apostle.

 

VC 1729                    Saints for Kids Volume 4                                                     EP

cds                               (Pauline Video, 1999, 15 min.)

In this volume: Peter, the apostle and first Pope, Lucy, and Anthony of Egypt.

 

VC 1766                    Saints for Kids Volume 5                                                     EP

cds                               (Pauline Video, 1999, 19 min.)

In this volume: Mary, Mother of Jesus, Rita, Mark, and Paul.

 

VC 1767                    Saints for Kids Volume 6                                                     EP

cds                               (Pauline Video, 1999, 19 min.)

In this volume: Joseph, Catherine of Siena, and Cecilia.

 

VC 2005                    Saints for Kids Volume 7                                                     PI

cds                                 (Pauline Video, 2002, 21 min.)

In this volume: Raphael, Luke, Albert the Great, and Rosalia.

 

VC 2007                    Saints for Kids Volume 9                                                     PI

cds                                 (Pauline Video, 2002, 21 min.)

In this volume: Margaret of Cortona, Philip Neri, Aloysius Gonzaga, and Ambrose.

 

VC 2008                    Saints for Kids Volume 10                                                   PI

cds                                 (Pauline Video, 2002, 19 min.)

In this volume: Thomas Aquinas, Rose of Viterbo, Lucian, and Ida.

 

VC 2006                    Saints for Kids Volume 18                                                   PI

cds                                 (Pauline Video, 2002, 22min.)

In this volume: Valentine, Matthew, Robert, and Frances of Rome.

 

VC 1893                    Francis and Clare of Assisi                                                 IJSA     

cds                             (Vision Video, 2000, 30 min.)

This is the story of two figures of the Middle Ages who went against all conventions of the times and whose way of life is still a challenge. The photography, beautifully suggestive, takes the viewer to places frequented by Clare and Francis. Original music with medieval melodies help to tell this extraordinary story.

 

 

Saints (Individuals)   Alphabetical by Saints’ first name

 

VC 0800                    Bernadette—the Princess of Lourdes                                  PI

cds                                 (CCC of America, 1990, 30 min.)

This is the story of 14 year old Bernadette, who in 1858, saw visions of a beautiful lady who called herself the Immaculate Conception, the Mother of Christ. A beautiful grotto was built at the place of appearances, Lourdes, and miracles occur there.

 

VC 1687                    St. Clare of Assisi                                                               SA

c                                (St. Anthony Messenger Press, 1993, 40 min.)

This documentary reveals the extraordinary life of St. Clare, a woman who reached the highest summits of Christian mysticism. She knew how to defend her decisions alone and built a social reality that still challenges the centuries. Along with medieval harmonies, the exquisite photography explores all of the sacred places in and around Assisi that characterize the lives of Clare and Francis.

 

VC 0714                    Elizabeth Ann Seton: A Citizen of the World                      JSA

cds                            (Don Bosco Film/Media, 1989, 30 min.)

This video is a documentary about the first American born saint and foundress of the Sisters of Charity.

 

VC 1675                    Faith Filled Women: A History                                            SA

cds                               (Sisters of Charity, 1998, 25 min.)

The video begins with a description of the life of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton, first American-born saint and founder of the Sisters of Charity. It proceeds with the development of the order and the life of the Sisters in Cincinnati, Ohio, and other parts of the United States and the world. It shows how the Sisters touch the lives of orphans, seniors, seminarians, school children, the sick, unwed mothers, and immigrants.

 

VC 1228                    A Time for Miracles                                                             JSA

cd                              (Oblate Media, 97 min.)

America’s first native-born saint, Elizabeth Bayley Seton, lived through the tragic loss of her husband and two of her five children. This true account of her life depicts her conversion to Catholicism and how her faith always triumphed.

 

VC 0423                    Divine Mercy—No Escape                                                   SA

c                               (Marian Helpers Center, 63 min.)

Helen Hayes is the narrator of this film based on the life of Sister Faustina, the Polish nun who received God’s mercy and was asked to spread the message. Her book The Mercy of God in my Soul recorded all that God told her; it is a work of faith. This motion picture captures the tenderness of Sister Faustina’s heart toward her mission as she receives the call to join the Sisters, as she accepts the words of the Lord, and as she shows mercy for the suffering. Also it is the story of Divine Mercy unfolding today.

 

VC 2081                    Reluctant Saint                                                                  JSA

cds                            (Vision Video, 2003, 60 min.)

This video shows us a Saint Francis who transcends the image familiar to even the least religious among us. He was a wealthy playboy, soldier, businessman, preacher, defender of the poor, mystic and an inspiration to lovers of nature and the earth. It is filmed on location in Italy and captures all the violence, color, and mystery of Francis' time. It speaks to our time when crises have people craving for reform and for a deeper, more personal faith.

 

VC 0798                    Francis—The Knight of Assisi                                             PI

cds                                 (CCC of America, 1989, 30 min.)

This is the remarkable story of Francis, founder of the Franciscans. He was a brave young man whose wish was to become a mighty warrior. For the love of God he embarked upon an exciting and unexpected adventure.

 

 

VC 1271                    St. Francis of Assisi                                                           JSA

cds                            (Telekenetics/Franciscan Communications, 1981, 28 min.)

The story of Francis is retold in lively animation from his partying teenage years to the final blessing of his community before his death.

 

VC 1817                    St. Francis of Assisi                                                           JSA

cds                             (St. Anthony Messenger, 1992, 30 min.)

This documentary shows all of the places that have characterized the spiritual walk of St. Francis, a most Christlike man.  It covers the most significant moments in his life: his conversion, the stigmata, his beautiful “Canticle of the Creatures,” the last days of his life and a reflection on the world today.

 

VC 0049                    Brother Sun, Sister Moon                                                  IJSA

cd                             (Paramount, 1972, 120 min.)

This full-length movie focuses on the life of St. Francis of Assisi from the time he sought communion with the natural world by renouncing the riches of his family, to his having many followers, to his final communion with God in death.

 

VC 1316                    Message of St. Francis for Today                                      SA

cds                               (Corpus Video, 1994, 40 min.)

In this video, shot on location in Assisi, Franciscan priest Michael Crosby applies the deep insights of St. Francis to the Church and society of today and inspires the viewer to live the joyful, prophetic spirit of St. Francis in the modern world.

 

VC 1107                    Francis Xavier                                                                   PI

cds                               (Creative Communication Center of America, 1993, 30 min.)

This video presentation captures the true spirit of a daring man who braved the pearl coasts and jungles of India and the forbidding castles of Japan, in amazing adventures of courage and faith.

 

 

VC 1997                    Ignatius Loyola: The Story of a Pilgrim                            SA

cds                               (Loyola Press, 2002, 90 min.)

This story of Ignatius’ life is a tremendous example of a life transformed by God’s love. This one-man dramatization by Michael Bellafirore, S.J. is in three 30 minute segments. He takes us through Ignatius’ journey from his youthful days of misconduct, to a spiritual awakening, then to his founding of schools and the world's largest Catholic male religious order, the Jesuits. His story emphasizes God’s care for each of us and how experiencing this love can be life changing.

 

VC 1773                    Joan of Arc                                                                       JSA

c                                (CBS, 1999, 240 min.)

This full-length movie starring Leelee Sobieski, is based on the triumphant yet tragic true story of Joan of Arc. This is the story of the illiterate 15th century French peasant girl whose faith, courage, and determination enabled her to unite and save her country from its English enemy before she was burned at the stake for heresy.

 

VC 0259.08               St. Joan of Arc                                                                    PI

c                                 (Sadlier, 15 min.)

 

VC 0071                    Life of John Neumann-Archbishop of Philadelphia           JSA

cds                             (Dayton Catholic Video, 28 min.)

This portrayal of St. John Neumann shows the genuine concern and love that he had for the poor and the immigrants of 19th century America. It dramatizes the controversy surrounding his appointment as Archbishop of Philadelphia.

 

VC 1755                    Joseph—the Man Closest to Christ                                      IJSA     

cds                             (Ignatius Press, 1999, 60 min.)

This is the story of Joseph, a just man, appointed by God to be the husband of Mary and the chosen father of Jesus. The video explores all aspects of St. Joseph—the historical man, his response to God’s call, and the many ways in which he reflects the nature of God.

 

VC 2011                    The Cloak of Juan Diego                                                     IJSA

cds                             (Oblate, 1995, 28 min.)

This insightful film, made for television, tells the story of the appearance of Our Lady of Guadalupe to the humble Aztec, Juan Diego of Mexico in 1531. The rich faith of the Mexican people, the great devotion to Mary, and the cloak with the miraculous image of Mary imprinted on it are all featured in this film.

  

VC 0508                    The Gift of Katherine Drexel                                                JSA

cds                              (Telekenetics, 21 min.)

This video is an authentic representation of the life of Katherine Drexel, an American woman who founded the Sisters of the Blessed Sacrament. Her order carries on her work with the American and other minority groups.

 

 

VC 0921                    One Who Was There                                                             JSA

cd                              (Mass Media Ministries, 1992, 37 min.)

In this fictionalized account of her later life, Mary Magdalene is a lonely survivor of those who followed Jesus and saw him crucified. She waits for his promised return somewhat wearily. Meeting a new generation of believers renews and strengthens her faith. Maureen O’Sullivan portrays Mary.

 

VC 0502                    Maximillian Kolbe                                                                   JSA

cds                             (Daughters of St. Paul, 21 min.)

This is the story of a 20th century martyr who laid down his life in the Auschwitz concentration camp so that a man with a family might live. It traces events of his life through his canonization as a saint.

 

VC 0799                    Nicholas—the Boy Who Became Santa                                   PI

cds                                 (CCC of America, 1989, 30 min.)

This is the fascinating story of a boy whose charity and care for others made him one of the most beloved figures of all times. After more than 1600 years, his spirit lives on in Santa Claus.

 

VC 1065                    Saint Nicholas and the Legend of Santa Claus                        EPI

cds                                (Brown/ROA, 1991, 16 min.)

On a trip to the manger scene, several youngsters lean the origin of Santa Claus. The stories about St. Nicholas are told; the children also learn the meaning of giving presents at Christmas.

 

VC 1823                    Padre Pio: A Great Man of Our Century                                   SA

cds                               (Vision Video, 60 min.)

This moving film is on the life of Padre Pio, the Capuchin monk who had the stigmata for 50 years. It uses live footage including his last Mass, the day before his death. It gives an overview of his childhood, family life, with the main focus on his priestly life.

 

 

VC 1161                    Patrick: Brave Shepherd of the Emerald Isle                            IJSA

cds                            (Creative Communication Center of America, 1994, 30 min.)

This presentation blends historical fact with beloved traditions to bring to life the times and trials of Saint Patrick.

 

VC 1275                    St. Patrick’s Day                                                                         PIJSA

c                         (Brown, ROA, 10 min.)

St. Patrick’s Day celebrated by the Irish and admirers of Irish culture around the world, is shown in all its glory—with parades, dances and special programs. Students learn that St. Patrick was a well-born youngster whose father was a Roman official in fourth-century England. They discover how the child was kidnapped and carried away to Ireland where he became a shepherd for a Celtic tribal leader. Students will also see how an Irish-American family celebrated the holiday and will learn about the symbols of Ireland and St. Patrick’s Day.

 

VC 2096                    Therese: Living on Love                                                            SA

cds                             (Vision Video, 2000, 55 min.)

This video is about St. Therese of Lisiex, the most beloved saint of modern times. The "Little Flower" as she is known and her "little way" of love has great appeal to people everywhere. Joe Campanella narrates the story and explores why so many ordinary people of all walks of life are drawn to Therese.

 

VC 1569                    Therese of Lisieux: My Vocation is Love                                    IJSA

cds                             (Pauline Video, 1997, 45 min.)

This is the fascinating story of Therese, a young Carmelite nun who spent her adult life behind cloistered walls. She lived her love for God and others so intensely that she was declared the patroness of missionaries. The film contains footage of her birthplace, childhood home, and convent at Lisieux.

 

VC 0896                    Therese                                                                                        SA

cds                               (Palisades, 1986, 90 min.)

This is the full-length feature film portraying the life of St. Therese Martin, “The Little Flower of Jesus.” Therese died in 1897 and was canonized in 1925, characterized as the greatest saint of modern times.

 

VC 0531                    A Man for All Seasons                                                                  SA

cd                               (RCA/Columbia, 126 min.)

This is the full-length movie containing the 30 minute segment called, “A Matter of Conscience.” It is the story of St. Thomas More, the saint who chose to follow his conscience even in the face of death. He refused to negate his fundamental belief by not approving the divorce of King Henry and refusing to sign Henry’s later document making himself the head of the Catholic Church in England. Thomas was imprisoned, suffered much, and was later beheaded.

 

VC 0864                    The First Valentine                                                                      JSA

cds                             (Oblate Media, 1991, 24 min.)

A Jr. High student is transported back to ancient Rome where she meets up with Valentine, a Roman nobleman whose compassion leads him to try and free an imprisoned band of early Christians. It helps to put the meaning of Valentine’s Day into perspective.

 

VC 0259.11               St. Vincent de Paul                                                                      PI

cds                                 (Sadlier, 15 min.)

 

 

Websites on Saints

 

            http://www.fordham.edu/halsall/sbook3.html   

 

            Saints' lives are a major resource for anyone concerned with the history of the late ancient world, Byzantium, or

            the Latin  Middle ages. Just as whole genres of ancient literature vanished or diminished, the genre of hagiography

            became a major form of literary production. Such saint's Lives - or vitae - survive in astonishing numbers. They

            provide information on, among other things:- details of daily life; food and drink; organization of local rural and urban

            society; the impact of commerce; gender relations; class relations; and even, on occasion, specific dates for military and

            political history.

            http://www.kbr.be/~socboll/

            The web site of the Bollandists, a society within the Jesuits which for three centuries has led the way in the scientific investigation of hagiography and the cult of the saints.

           

     

           
 

                                                                                                                                                                                Last Updated: 4/6/2006

 


[1]

The usage codes for the videos are as follows: A = Adults; E = Early Childhood; I = Intermediate; J = Junior High; P = Primary; and S = Senior High.

[2] CDS: theses are codes for the location of videos—C=Cincinnati; D=Dayton; S=Sidney