In 1917, three children named Lucia, Francisco and Jacinta experienced a great miracle. While herding a flock of sheep outside the tiny village of Fatima, Portugal, the Blessed Mother visited them, not once, but many timees, telling the children great and wondrous secrets that would affect all of creation. When the children tried to share the joyous news of Our Lady of Fatima, no one …
In 1531 Juan Diego found himself caught between two worlds...that of the Spanish conquerors and that of his own Aztec heritage. Because of his love for his people and his strong faith, Juan Diego turned to Jesus and His Mother, Mary for their help in uniting his people. The answer to Juan Diego's prayer has become one of the greatest events in the history of the Americas. JUAN DIEGO, …
Great for the home, home schooling, religious education programs and Catholic schools - wherever young hearts may be to build faith, character and love for God and neighbor. Easy to use lesson format. Presented by Dave and Joan Maroney. Bring the Divine Mercy message to youth! Share the fullness and power of the Catholic faith with children of all ages through this inspiring 60-minute dramatic …
Young Francis Xavier had everything going for him. A champion at sports and studies, he was ready to win the whole world for himself. Then one day his best friend, Ignatius of Loyola, showed him that true champions are of a far more heroic breed - those who risk their all to win the world for God. Francis became a Jesuit missionary and set off to the farthest reaches of the …
Fun-loving Patrick had it easy at his parent's seaside villa. At 16, he thought he had it made for life. That is, until the day raiders kidnapped him to nearby Ireland. Now a slave and shepherd, Patrick faced a bleak and uncertain future. To survive, he'd have to conquer cold, hunger, wild beasts, and even worse enemies. What's more, Patrick would have to conquer …
It's February 11, 1858. Three girls from Lourdes, France, gther firewood in front of a grotto. Suddenly one of them, Bernadette Soubirous, 14, drops to her knees, gazes ecstatically at something beautiful only she can see, and starts to pray. Soon the town buzzes: Has Bernadette, poor, sickly, and always behind in school, really seen a Lady from Heaven? The police chief …
It was the age of knights and kings, when honor belonged to the heroes and glory was found in the battlefield. There lived a brave young man named Francis, whose wish was to become a mighty warrior and conquer a magnificent castle. One day Francis felt a calling to greater glory. God had vested upon him a very special mission that would require a supreme act of courage. For …
Nicholas was still a young child when he discovered a very special secret that changed his life forever. It was the gift of giving, by which he brought happiness to many people; but in sharing this great gift Nicholas had to face many dangers. Here is the fascinating story of the boy whose love and care for others make him one of the most popular figures of all times. Today, more …
As a young man, Francis received a gift of friendship that inspired him to become a beacon of God's love throughout the world. His Christ-like charity and zest for life bring joy to all.
A wonderful DVD introduction to the Eucharist for young children. Through this film children will begin to understand the Real Presence of our Lord in the Eucharist. They will encounter Jesus in the solemnity of the Mass, the quiet of adoration, and the splendor of a Corpus Christi procession. Children will also experience the Lord through the traditional beauty of the Church, the sacred music …