The haunting score to The Passion of the Christ was written by John Debney and features vocals by Mel Gibson. Click the track name below to listen to a sample: The Olive Garden (1:56) Bearing The Cross (3:43) Jesus Arrested (4:37) Peter Denies Jesus (1:59) The Stoning (2:22) Song Of Complaint (1:33) Simon Is Dismissed (2:25) Flagellation/Dark Choir/Disciples (5:50) Mary Goes To Jesus (2:47) …
Fr. John Corapi, S.O.L.T. One of the most powerful preachers in the Church today delivers a 3-part series from EWTN on the profound spiritual significance of the incredible events of Holy Week. He presents an in-depth look at Holy Thursday, Good Friday and Holy Saturday, inspiring us to enter more deeply into this most solemn period of the Church's liturgical year. You will be enriched with a …
One of St. Joseph Communications all-time bestsellers just got better! Doug Barry's tour-de-force one-man performance of the Meditation on the Passion of Christ has been moving audiences to tears and sending thousands to the confessional for years. Filmed before a live audience with multiple camera angles and music from Eric Genuis, St. Joseph Communications' high-quality production has been …
Beginning before the Nativity and extending through the Crucifixion and Resurrection, Jesus of Nazareth brings to life all the majesty and sweeping drama of the life of Jesus (portrayed here by Robert Powell) as told in the Gospels. A star-studded international cast, featuring Michael York, Sir Laurence Olivier, James Earl Jones, Anne Bancroft, Olivia Hussey, Rod Steiger and Anthony Quinn, …
Allegri's Miserere, one of the best known works of the Renaissance, is renowned for its haunting high treble solo part. Palestrina's Missa Papae Marcelli demonstrates his simpler style which gives precedence to clarity and comprehensibility of the sacred text. Music by the Tallis Scholars
Are there really spiritual advantages to be gained by fasting and almsgiving? Is penance and "chastising the flesh" truly necessary for growth in holiness or merely the last remaining symbols of an "outdated spirituality"? In a world where so many of us are willing to make sacrifices for the "corruptible crown" of physical beauty and material success is there still a place for spiritual …
Bishop Sheen delivered many famous sermons on Good Friday to over-flowing churches, and this presentation from his own television series is another powerful message. His superb words ring with answers for todays realities, offering his unique insights on the meaning of Christ's passion and death for modern Christians.
In this enlightening and inspirational production, the story of the Passion, Death and Resurrection of Jesus is recounted in the magnificent English of the traditional Catholic translation of the Bible, supported by the unforgettable words of Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen and underscored by the timeless beauty of Gregorian chant and sweeping orchestral music reminiscent of a fine film score. This …
ASH WEDNESDAY, EASTER TRIDUUM MEDITATIONS - DVD The Catechism of the Catholic Church teaches that meditation "is necessary in order to deepen our convictions of faith, prompt the conversion of heart and strengthen our will to follow Christ." Prayerfully reflect on the Church's holiest feast days with these programs hosted by Fr. Benedict Groeschel. 2½ hrs.
The Way Of The Cross - By St. Alphonsus Liguori David Phillips This cd features the traditional prayers of St. Alphonsus Liguori with traditional Lenten hymns, and, after the 14th station, a medley of Easter Hymns. The Easter hymns include Resurrexit Sicut Dixit, Jesus Christ is Risen Today, Alleluia, Let the Holy Anthem Rise, Ye Sons and Daughters and Christ the Lord is Risen Today. David …
The Death and Resurrection includes: Gospel Lessons: Walk with Christ our Prophet, Priest and King. Dynamic Narration for you to discover new life and understanding in the gospel. Catechism of the Catholic Church: Parallels the teachings of the gospel story. Parables confused the crowds 2000 years ago, see them for the first time connected with the teachings of the Catechism of the Catholic …
On Good Friday, 1979, a television crew visited St. Agnes Church in New York to tape a news piece. They were so enthralled by the speaker, Bishop Fulton J. Sheen, they taped his entire talk. This long lost tape has been digitally remastered and is titled His Last Words. This is the Bishop at his best in a pulpit, not a TV studio. The Bishop's wit and wisdom transcend the years.
The acclaimed Gloria Dei Cantores Schola, conducted by Dr. Mary Berry, using the exquisite music of the Gregorian Chant, sing hymns about Christ's Passion, the ultimate sacrifice. A highlight is the chanting of the entire Passion narrative according to the Gospel of John. Also includes chants on Christ's Resurrection and Ascension, closing with a powerful Te Deum.
Victoria wrote this set of 18 Responsories to be performed at the highly atmospheric Tenebrae Matins during the last three days of Holy Week. The texts tell of the betrayal and arrest of Jesus, his passion and burial. Sung by The Tallis Scholars
On April 8, 1977, a record crowd of over 6,000 worshippers came to St. Agnes Catholic Church in New York City to attend the Good Friday Service given by Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen. This was the very same church where, 50 years before, Sheen delivered his first three-hour Good Friday Service as a young priest. Now the church was filled to capacity, along with the school cafeteria, gymnasium and …
James MacMillan, composer Polyphony Britten Sinfonia Stephen Layton This new disc featuring Polyphony and the Britten Sinfonia conducted by Stephen Layton portrays the ultimate dramatic event in history - the Crucifixion of Jesus Christ, expressed through the raw emotional power of one of Scotland's most distinguished and vital composers, James MacMillan. His Seven Last Words from the …