Fundamentalism
and Violence
A
two-hour dialogue featuring Jewish, Christian and Muslim leaders after the
September 11 attacks Jewish, Christian and Muslim leaders explore the political
and religious roots of fundamentalism and violence in the three Abrahamic
traditions. This videotape
discussion was telecast and webcast live from the Cathedral of St John the
Divine. Moderated by Karen
Armstrong, Fundamentalism and Violence features Feisal Abdul Rauf, Dr
Susannah Heschel and the Rev Jim Wallis
This
videotape is available for individual viewing or group study by all faith
communities, especially adult education classes, and church, synagogue and
mosque youth groups. 120
minutes
The
Giving Tree
Unselfishly,
a tree offers itself to a boy for climbing, shade and pleasure. As the boy grows
older, he wants different things from the tree.
Old age brings their relationship full circle.
Adapted from the classic book by Shel Silverstein.
All Ages – 10 minutes
Parables
from the Fishin’ Hole
We
are all familiar with the parables in the Bible.
But that’s not the only place you’ll find them.
Actually, parables are just short, simple stories that contain a moral
message. Parables from the Fishin’
Hole gives us several good examples to study.
Drawn from episodes of the classic TV series, The Andy Griffith Show,
this series is spiritually challenging, thought provoking, and great fun, too!
The
Hiding Place
Based
on the true story that has captivated over 8,000,000 readers, The Hiding
Place is one of the most extraordinary stories to come out of World War II.
Filmed
in Holland and other authentic European locations, the film traces the lives of
Corrie ten Boom, her father, and sister Betsie, from the quiet years before
World War II, to their work with the "underground" in helping to save
the lives of countless Jewish families. The
ultimate price they pay for their efforts is arrest and imprisonment in one of
Nazi Germany's most dreaded concentration camps.
In the midst of monstrous cruelty and suffering, Corrie and Betsie must
face the greatest test of their faith in God and their ability to love mankind.
The
Hiding Place
was filmed in 1975 and stars Julie Harris, Eileen Heckart, Arthur O’Connell
and Jeannette Clift as Corrie ten Boom. The
film is approximately 2½ hours.
Jesus
This
television mini-series, which aired on CBS in May 2000, follows Jesus from His
humble beginnings as a carpenter through His extra-ordinary life and the mission
of His spiritual destiny. While
there are some places where the TV version went beyond scripture for dramatic
purposes, the video version has been edited to follow the Biblical accounts more
closely. The video features an
all-star cast and the music of Leann Rimes, Avalon, and more.
The film is approximately 3½ hours and is on two tapes.
A&E’s
Biography…Martin Luther King, Jr
This video
provides a comprehensive look at the life and times of America’s greatest
civil rights leader. Family
photographs, interviews and archival news footage is combined to trace King’s
career, through his assassination and his enduring legacy of peace and justice.
Jr High-Adult
Our
Friend Martin
Authentic
historical footage of Dr King is blended with colorful animation as the students
learn about and actually meet the civil rights leader who challenged our nation
to turn his dream of freedom into reality. Ages 8-15
Rocky Mountain Conference of
the United Methodist Church
6110 Greenwood Plaza Blvd
Greenwood Village, CO 80111
303-733-3736 ext 100
1-800-536-3736 ext 100
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