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Children's Stories
It Must Hurt A Lot: A Child's Story About Death (PK,EL GR K-1)

Taken from the book by the same name, the story by Doris Sanford with pictures by Graci

Evans is told by a young child to speak to the hearts of other young children. 5 min.
Jesus Comes (Life of Jesus set) (K-3, Family)

we walk through Advent, Christmas, and Jesus' early life discoving the wonderful joy Christ's

birth brings. This video offers chidlren a picture of Jesus that informs, challenges, and excites.

Approx 15 min.
Jesus Promises (Life of Jesus set) (K-3)

(Holy Week, Easter, and Pentecost) This video gently invites children into these profound

mysteries. Using scriptural stories of these events, they promise children that Jesus will always

be with us. Approx 15 min.
Jesus: A Kingdom Without Frontiers: Jesus Dies On The Cross (EL,JH)

The teachings of Jesus - His passion, death and resurrection - all come to life, in this dynamic

animated video series. In this segment, Jesus Dies On The Cross, Jesus carries His heavy

cross to Calvary, where He dies a painful death.30 min.
Jesus: A Kingdom Without Frontiers: The Last Supper (EL,JH)

A dynamic animated video series. The Apostles enter Jerusalem to prepare for the Passover

meal, while Judas arranges for the betrayal of Jesus. Jesus celebrates His Last Supper with

the twelve. 30 min.
Jesus: A Kingdom Without Frontiers: Triumphant Entry Into Jerusalem (EL,JH)

A dynamic animated video series. In this segment, Jesus enters the city amidst the praises of

the Jewish people. He expels the money changers from the Temple and teaches the two

greatest commandments. 30 min.
Juan Diego: Messenger of Guadalupe (EL GR 2-6)

This video tells the true story of how the Blessed Mother chose a hero, Juan Diego, for a key

role in a beautiful miracle that would unite diverse peoples and change the course of history.

33 min.
Kevin's Temptation (EL GR 2-6)

In this drama with live actors, young Kevin is coaxed by one of his friends to do some things

that are wrong. He is tempted three times while visiting a toy store to give in to temptation and

peer pressure. 9 min.
Learning About Honesty (EL GR K-2)

To help viewers develop an understanding of truth and honesty, this program presents age-

appropriate situations, and then asks them to explore the issues involved and decide what is

the right thing to do. 18 min.
Mass for Young Children Part 1 (EL GR 1-3,ADULT)

Gaynell Cronin presents this video to spotlight the parts of the Mass which young children most

easily recognize. Part I includes the actions of Gathering and Greeting, Forgiving and Praising,

Listening and Caring. 9 min.
Mass for Young Children, Part 2 (EL GR 1-3,ADULT)

Gaynell Cronin presents this video, which invites children to thank God for the gift of Jesus and

the gifts of all creation. Part II includes the actions of Giving and Sharing, Remembering and

Belonging, Receiving and Sharing. 10 min.
McGee & Me: Beauty in the Least (EL GR 4-6,JH)

A heart-changing experience for the Nick and the whole Martin family as they discover the

importance of caring for others and "loving your neighbor as yourself." 30 min.
McGee & Me: In The Nick Of Time (EL GR 4-6,JH)

On a thrilling mountain-climbing vacation, a very nervous Nick learns to trust God and have

courage when his dad slips on some rocks. 30 min.
McGee & Me: The Blunder Years (EL GR 4-6,JH)

Nick is like every kid--stumbling through the Blunder Years making choices and hopefully

discovering what's really important in the process. McGee is his outrageous cartoon creation.

30 min.
McGee & Me: 'Twas The Fight Before Christmas (EL GR 4-6,JH)

Nicholas and his cartoon friend, McGee, learn about God's love for people who are hard to

love and the importance of reaching out to others. 30 min
Meals of Jesus (Life of Jesus set) (K-3, Family)

Children discover the different meals Jesus ate with friends and the special meal He celebrated

at the Last Supper. Children reflect on the meaning of meals in their everyday lives and are

invited to discover ways to give blessings and thanks. Ap. 15 min.

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Audience Codes: PK = Preschool, EL = Elementary, JH = Junior High, HS = High School, Adult

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