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Asking the Saints and Mary for Prayers
A personal reflection on why Catholics ask the saints and Mary for prayers.
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Heaven, Hell, and Purgatory
An easy-to-understand explanation of what Catholics believe about Heaven, Hell, and Purgatory.
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Jesus’ Unconditional Love
A personal story about turning to Jesus for help and loving others unconditionally, just as Jesus loves us.
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What is Catholic Social Teaching?
A personal story about living out the principles of Catholic Social Teaching.
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Catholicism is Universal
A personal story about discovering how Catholicism is truly universal.
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Confirmation (Why We're Confirmed)
A short video, from Busted Halo, that explains the Sacrament of Confirmation.
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Advent in 2 Minutes
A quick, two-minute video from Busted Halo that explains why we celebrate Advent and wait to celebrate Christmas.
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A Day in the Life of a Seminarian
A short video that takes a look at a typical day in the life of a seminarian.
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Holy Week in Two Minutes
This two-minute video from Busted Halo describes the final week of Lent that we spend preparing for Easter.
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How the Trinity is Like an Apple Tree
A wonderful analogy on how the Trinity is like an apple tree.
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Parables - The Lost Sheep/Coin/Son
The parables of the Lost Sheep, Lost Coin, and Prodigal Son are told through a series of doodles.
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The Prodigal Sons - Propaganda
A video, by spoken word artist Propaganda, about the hidden motivations behind the two ways that all of humanity runs from God, as illustrated in the parable of the Prodigal Son in Luke 15:11-32.
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"Prodigal Son" - Daniel Crawford
The story of the Prodigal Son, set to music. Sung by Daniel Crawford (with lyrics).
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Prodigal Son Spoken Word - Mike Olisemeka
A variation of the Prodigal Son, based on Luke 15:11-32, told through the spoken word.
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Knowing Through the Prodigal Son - Act 1
This drama is an adaptation of the story about the Lost Son from the Bible, Luke 15:11-32. The drama has three acts, this is act I.
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Prodigal: An Animation
An artistic rendition of the parable of the Prodigal Son, told through song and illustrations.
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Hearing the Voice of God
A personal story about tuning out the noise and tuning in to God through prayer and quiet reflection.
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Touching the Lives of Others
A personal story about the mission and ministry of those in consecrated life.
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Recognizing the Presence of God
A personal story about recognizing the presence of God, and answering his call with confidence and joy.
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Celebrating Life: The Human Person and the Rules of God
A personal story about the life affirming ‘yeses’ within the Church.
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The Gift of Catholic Education: A Treasure to Inherit
A personal story about Catholic education.
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Unity Under Christ
A personal story about being open in sharing our faith and receiving the faith of others.
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Bad News Becomes Good
A personal story about the Parable of the Fig Tree from the Gospel of Luke.
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Use Your Imagination
A personal story about experiencing the stories of the New Testament in new ways through imagination.
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Catholic Bible Books Rap - Serra High School
A fun rap song that lists the books of the Catholic Bible, in order.
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Make a Connection with People in Need
A personal story about having a spirit of solidarity with those in need.
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What are you Called to do?
A personal story about actively living out the principles of social justice.
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The Wise Old Man on the Porch
A personal story about seeing the Church as a wise elder sitting on a porch.
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It's Never Too Late to Claim Chastity
A personal story about how it’s never too late to recommit to chastity.
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Obedience to God's Will: Our Greatest Happiness
A personal story about how rules are created out of love and how obedience to those rules ensures lasting happiness.
Article
Create Your Own Crossword Puzzle
Use the link below to create your own crossword puzzles. Use the vocabulary from the course you are teaching, and create your own fun and engaging activity! http://puzzlemaker.discoveryeducation.com/CrissCrossSetupForm.asp
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Fall in Love With God
A personal story about being intentional about our Christian discipleship.
Video
Find the Source of Salvation
A personal story about the mission of the Church to share the good news of salvation with others.
Document
Handout: The Four Rs of Praying with the Scriptures
Descriptions of the four Rs of praying with Scripture; read, reflect, respond, and rest.
Document
Handout: Building the Table of the Lord
Descriptions of the Eucharist as the source and summit of Christian life, as thanksgiving, as memorial sacrifice, and as the presence of Christ.
Document
Handout: The Holy Trinity
Descriptions of how each person of the trinity is present in the liturgy.
Document
Handout: A People a Body a Temple
Scripture verses about the Church as the people of God, the body of Christ, and temple of the Spirit.
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Handout: Images of the Holy Spirit in Scripture
Scripture verses where the Holy Spirit appears in in different forms.
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Handout: Statements from the Apostles Creed
Statements from the Apostles Creed, which can be cut out.
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Handout: Scripture and Tradition
Connections between Scripture passages and Catholic Traditions.
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The Holy Trinity
A short video explaining the Holy Trinity and the Feast of the Most Holy Trinity.
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Early Church Fathers: Saint John Chrysostom
A short video on the life and works of the early Church father, Saint John Chrysostom.
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Saint Kateri Tekakwitha
A short video on the life and works of Saint Kateri Tekakwitha, the first Native American saint.
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Matthew Leonard on Saint Ignatius of Antioch
Matthew Leonard comments on the life and works of Saint Ignatius of Antioch.
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Thirsty Jesus
A short video on how Jesus' thirst on the cross was in accordance with the Scriptures.
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Sermon on the Mount
A short video that takes a look at how Jesus may have delivered his sermon on the mount.
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Saint Athanasius
A short video on Saint Athanasius' special love and devotion to the Blessed Virgin Mary.
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Video: The Famous Verse
A short explanation of John 3:16, discussing justification by faith versus salvation as a gift.
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Mass and Scripture
A video outlining the different parts of the Mass, with Scripture passages accompanying each part.
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Ecclesiastes
This short video discusses the Book of Ecclesiastes and ends with some excerpts of a music video of the 1970s song “Turn! Turn! Turn!” by the Byrds, which is based on Ecclesiastes 3:1–8. Click above to access this online resource …
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Archbishop Romero
This is a short video on Saint Oscar Romero. Click above to access this online resource for Live Jesus in Our Hearts: Revelation and the Old Testament. Revelation and the Old Testament is the first semester course in the new …
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David
A brief video that relates some of the struggles of King David to some of the struggles that teens face today.
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David
A short video on King David from the Old Testament. Click above to access this online resource for Live Jesus in Our Hearts: Revelation and the Old Testament. Revelation and the Old Testament is the first semester course in the …
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Genesis
Fr. Barron comments on how Genesis is often misinterpreted, and how to correctly interpret it.
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How Can God be in Purgatory and Hell at the Same Time?
A brief explanation of God's presence, or lack thereof, in Purgatory and Hell.
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30th Anniversary of John Paul II’s Assassination Attempt
A video explaining the assassination attempt on Pope Saint John Paul II's life.
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The Lord’s Prayer in Our Town
A video that explains the meaning and importance of the Lord's Prayer, and shows interviews with teen athletes who pray the Lord's Prayer as a team before sports games.
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The Violence of Capital Punishment
Sr. Helen Prejean discusses the violence of capital punishment.
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Science and the Existence of God
A short video on how new discoveries in science are pointing to God.
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When You Recite the Creed
A short video on why you shouldn't just say the Creed, you should pray the Creed.
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What Do Catholics Believe About Jesus?
A short video on the Catholic understanding of Jesus Christ.
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What About the Bad Popes?
A short video on how the Church is good, even though there have been bad popes.
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Leading with Humility: Pope Francis Blesses a Man with a Disability
A video clip of Pope Francis stopping to bless a man with a disability.
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Reflecting the Essence of the Gospel: Franciscans Use New Language in Evangelization
A short video explaining why the Franciscans are using a new language in their evangelization.
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Jesus and Mary Compared to Adam and Eve
A brief clip on the similarities and differences between Adam and Eve, and Jesus and the Blessed Virgin Mary.
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Does Excommunication Condemn Someone to Hell?
A brief discussion on if excommunication condemns someone to Hell.
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Can Non-Catholic Christians Receive Communion in the Catholic Church?
A short discussion on if non-Catholic Christians can receive Communion in the Catholic Church.
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Did the Emperor Constantine Found the Catholic Church?
A short video segment on the early Church, and Emperor Constantine's role in it.
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Who's in Charge when a Pope Leaves His Post?
A short video clip that explains what happens when a pope leaves his post, either through death or resignation.
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Biography of Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI
A short video clip outlining the life and works of Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI
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What’s in the Name ‘Francis’?
A video on Saint Francis of Assisi, and why Pope Francis chose his name.
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Who is Cardinal Jorge Mario Bergoglio?
A video on the life of Cardinal Jorge Mario Bergoglio, who became Pope Francis.
Document
Suicide Prevention
A document on suicide prevention including warning signs, action steps, online resources, and lifesaving facts to consider.
Link
Themes from Catholic Social Teaching
This link provides a summary of the U.S. bishops’ seven social justice themes.
Video
Cesar Chavez: Embrace the Legacy
A 5 minute documentary chronicling the life and mission of Catholic Cesar Chavez.
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The Everyday: Benedictine Life at Mount Saviour Monastery
A short clip on the life of a Benedictine monk.
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Contemplation - 2/2 Fr. Thomas Dubay
Father Thomas Dubay discusses contemplation and the means by which one can attain a deep prayer life.
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Contemplation - 1/2 Fr. Thomas Dubay
Father Thomas Dubay discusses contemplation and the means by which one can attain a deep prayer life.
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9/9 The Life of Pope John Paul II
A movie chronicling the entire life of Pope Saint John Paul II.
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8/9 The Life of Pope John Paul II
A movie chronicling the entire life of Pope Saint John Paul II.
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7/9 The Life of Pope John Paul II
A movie chronicling the entire life of Pope Saint John Paul II.
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6/9 The Life of Pope John Paul II
A movie chronicling the entire life of Pope Saint John Paul II.
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5/9 The Life of Pope John Paul II
A movie chronicling the entire life of Pope Saint John Paul II.
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4/9 The Life of Pope John Paul II
A movie chronicling the entire life of Pope Saint John Paul II.
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3/9 The Life of Pope John Paul II
A movie chronicling the entire life of Pope Saint John Paul II.
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2/9 The Life of Pope John Paul II
A movie chronicling the entire life of Pope Saint John Paul II.
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1/9 The Life of Pope John Paul II
A movie chronicling the entire life of Pope Saint John Paul II.
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Saint Francis De Sales
A short video about Saint Francis De Sales, including an excerpt from his writing.
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Robert Blachford v G.K. Chesterton
A re-enactment of a debate between Robert Blachford and Christian apologist G.K. Chesterton.
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Clarence Darrow v G.K. Chesterton
A re-enactment of a debate between famed lawyer Clarence Darrow and Christian apologist G.K. Chesterton.
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A Day in the Life of Saint Francis
An artistic, humorous, and educational account of the teachings of Saint Francis.
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Did You Know? Fatima (Feast Day: May 13)
A clip summarizing the events surrounding Our Lady of Fatima.
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Did You Know? Saint Bernadette (Feast Day: April 16)
A clip summarizing the life of Saint Bernadette.
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Life of Saint Ignatius of Loyola
A short documentary telling the story of Saint Ignatius of Loyola.
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Biography of Prophet Muhammad (6 of 6)
A documentary portraying the life of Muhammad, the development of Islam, and common misunderstandings of the faith.
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Biography of Prophet Muhammad (5 of 6)
A documentary portraying the life of Muhammad, the development of Islam, and common misunderstandings of the faith.
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Biography of Prophet Muhammad (4 of 6)
A documentary portraying the life of Muhammad, the development of Islam, and common misunderstandings of the faith.
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Biography of Prophet Muhammad (3 of 6)
A documentary portraying the life of Muhammad, the development of Islam, and common misunderstandings of the faith.
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Biography of Prophet Muhammad (2 of 6)
A documentary portraying the life of Muhammad, the development of Islam, and common misunderstandings of the faith.
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Words of Jesus: Catholic Social Justice - CF
A discussion among Social Justice Activists about their activities and Catholic Social Justice teachings.
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The Dominican Sisters of Saint Cecilia
A good example of what religious life can be like for women.
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WE CRY JUSTICE! Trailer
A trailer of movie on Catholic Social Justice teachings. The trailer includes footage of the impoverished, excerpts from church teachings, and statistics on the number of individuals suffering varying injustices.
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Augustinian Vocation Promotion
A promotional video for the Augustinians which underscores the lifestyle of the members of the order.
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Saint Mother Teresa: The Legacy Trailer
An educational glimpse of the life of Saint Mother Teresa.
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Mysteries: Celibacy
A documentary discussing the historical/theological precedents for celibacy.
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Mysteries of the Church: Rosary
A video explaining the origins of The Rosary, what it means, and how it is prayed.
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Mysteries of the Church: EUCHARIST
A documentary that provides: 1) A theological basis for the Eucharist, 2) An explanation of precisely what transpires during the Eucharist, 3) The process by which the bread of the Eucharist is created and 4) An instance of a Eucharistic …
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Mysteries of the Church: EXORCISM
A documentary discussing the traits of a possessed individual and the means by which a priest will exorcise the individual.
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Mysteries of the Church: INTENSE SPIRITUAL LIFE
A video explaining the deep and austere commitment that many religious choose to make in order to enhance their faith and devotion to God.
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Mysteries of the Church: PAPACY
A documentary detailing the development of the Papacy, the Pope's role in the Catholic Church, and the process by which a Pope is selected.
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Mysteries of the Church: CANONIZATION
A documentary providing a definition of Sainthood, descriptions of the lives of a number of Saints, miracles performed by the Saints, and the comprehensive process whereby an individual is declared a Saint by the Catholic Church.
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Mysteries of the Church: MARIAN APPARITIONS
An overview of the many Marian apparitions and their significance.
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Mysteries of the Church: SEMINARY
Explains how priests were formed in the early stages of Christianity.
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Mysteries of the Church: STIGMATA
Discusses the instances, credibility, and significance of the Stigmata.
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Mysteries of the Church: SIN
A documentary discussing sin, its manifestations, its history, and the ways in which Christianity is a response to it.
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