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Entries Categorized as 'Movie'

Mary: The Mother of God

Date December 13, 2006

This second film in the the Footprints of God series follows Mary on her extraordinary journey on location in Turkey, Israel and Greece with popular Catholic author and speaker Stephen Ray as guide. Down-to-earth teaching on subjects like Mary’s Immaculate Conception, Assumption into Heaven, and her role of intercessor, and more are offered in […]

Man for All Seasons

Date December 13, 2006

This is the acclaimed Academy Award winning drama about the conflict between St.Thomas More and King Henry VIII which is filled with intrigue and courage. Robert Shaw stars as Henry, who wants to divorce his wife in order to marry Anne Boleyn. Only Sir Thomas More (Paul Scofield) has the courage and conviction to […]

In the Face of Evil

Date December 13, 2006

Two time award winner for Best Documentary of 2004, In the Face of Evil: Reagan’s War in Word and Deed is a hard-hitting exploration of one man’s leadership and moral courage, and how that journey inspires us today. Based on Reagan’s War, Peter Schweizer’s acclaimed bestseller, In the Face of Evil, pits the brutality […]

The Ninth Day

Date December 13, 2006

Based on a true story about a priest put into a concentration camp for speaking out against the Nazis, Fr. Kremer is later released, only to learn that he is being forced to convince the bishop of Luxembourg to work with Nazi occupiers. Gestapo Gebhardt is under pressure to have the priest succeed—or suffer […]

Bells of St. Mary’s (DVD)

Date December 3, 2006

Bing Crosby and Ingrid Bergman star in this warm comedy that won the hearts of millions and an Academy Award. Ringing with heartfelt joy and wonderful songs, it shows how the new parish priest, Father O’Malley, and its no-nonsense principal, Sister Benedict, team up to save St. Mary’s from closing. Colorized.

An Evening with O. Henry - 3 films (DVD)

Date November 28, 2006

William Sidney Porter wrote hundreds of famous short stories, using various pen names, including his favorite, O. Henry. This 3 film set dramatizes two of his greatest short stories, and also includes O.Henry: A Life in Stories, an excellent biographical film of the colorful life of this favorite American writer, who was also a […]

Padre Pio: Miracle Man

Date November 23, 2006

This movie captures the Capuchin friar’s intense faith and devotion, and deep spiritual concern for others, as well as his great compassion for the sick and suffering. It reveals the amazing details and events in Padre Pio’s life as a boy and throughout his 50 years as a monk, dramatizing the frequent attacks of […]

The Da Vinci Hoax

Date November 20, 2006

Now the insights and arguments of the best selling exposé, The Da Vinci Hoax, are available on DVD. Apologist Carl E. Olson, historian Sandra Meisel, and Jesuit biblical scholar Fr. Mitch Pacwa, S.J. join forces to expose the myths of Dan Brown’s popular novel, The Da Vinci Code.
Using top-notch graphics and outstanding art, this […]

Moses: Signs, Sacraments, Salvation

Date November 19, 2006

Born a slave, raised a prince, and humbled in exile, Moses returned to confront the mighty Pharaoh with only a staff and the promise of God. Join the adventure as Steve Ray, best-selling author and popular Bible teacher, takes you on an incredible journey of discovery through Egypt, Jordan, and Israel. Together you’ll discover […]

Paul: Contending for the Faith (DVD)

Date November 19, 2006

Zealous for the God of Israel, Saul of Tarsus pursued murderous threats against the disciples of Jesus. But Saul’s zeal was turned upside down when he was knocked from his “high horse” and humbled by the hand of God. Join the adventure as Stephen Ray, best-selling author and popular Bible teacher, takes you on […]