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AB C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z CD Books Catalog

A CALL TO RESPOND (13 min) SS-919

This video features ministries supported by the apportioned funds of The United Methodist Church, with on-camera statements by key clergy and lay leaders.

A CHARGE TO KEEP An Introduction to the United Methodist Church

(30min) AH-89-1607 Will Willimon introduces The United Methodist Church to new prospective church members. Viewers will experience the four main elements identified as the strengths of United Methodism: fellowship, worship, Christian education and outreach. It will also be of value to Confirmation classes, Sunday school classes, and for members who have been a part of The United Methodist Church for many years.

A DAY OF NEW BEGINNINGS (24 mins) MS-97-762A,B,C,D

This tape is informative and inspirational, appropriate for worship and missions work. In this video, the voices and actions of persons inspired and nurtured by United Methodist gifts tell the stories of 50 years of mission and ministry- from the post-World War II beginning of the Advance to new outreach that will take us to the 21^st century and beyond.

A FATHER AND TWO SONS (10 minutes) GA-98-2052

This video is one of an exciting series of video Scriptures from the American Bible Society. This 10 minute video is a translation of Jesus’ famous parable found in Luke 15:11-32 and commonly known as The Prodigal Son.

A GENERATION OF HOPE (Approx 12 min) CS-303

listen to children who have been orphaned by the AIDS pandemic in Zimbabwe. Learn what their struggles have been and why they continue to hope. Look at the statistics and methods of response currently being utilized. Identify ways in which you can be a part of the solution and reason for hope.

A GOOD OLD AGE (23 mins A) HW-89-506

Can our old age be productive and rewarding? Will we continue to learn and grow? The theme of this video is to explore how to prepare for a good old age. Some interesting older persons share with us the rewards, problems, pain, fears and joys of aging.

A PLACE TO PRAY (80 mins) GA-98-2048

Roberta Bondi, teacher, writer, and student of the ancient church, thinks so and shares what the beloved phrases mean to her and how they’ve changed her life. In this series, she talks about each of the phrases and with four others discusses a range of personal and social issues, all connected to the Lord’s Prayer.

A WINNABLE WAR - Dr. James Dobson (58 mins) SH A CS-89-329

After 14 months with the Attorney General's Commission on Pornography, psychologist and author Dr. James Dobson became convinced that obscene material is having a devastating impact on a surprising number of families. He also gives the legal reasons why he believes the fight against pornography is a "winnable war."

ACOLYTES, GREETERS, USHERS (GA 23 mins) CE-90-49

Designed to help acolytes, greeters, and ushers understand their roles as worship leaders. Careful attention to practical detail assures that worship leaders will be familiar with every aspect of their responsibilities from seating late arrivals to what to do if a candle won't light.

ACTS with Michael E. Williams (2 tapes, 3-20 mins lessons ea) BS-95-1912

In this video Bible study viewers are introduced to certain members of that community that came to be called the church. Viewers will see them grow in their understanding of what God called them to do, and will follow them as they set out to cross the entire world to tell the stories of Jesus. Leader's guide.

Tape 1: The New Community Tape 2: Peter and Cornelius

The Day of Pentecost Barnabas

Stephen and Paul The Acts of the Apostles

ADVANCE : KOREAN MS-770

ADVANCE IN ALASKA MISSIONARY CONFERENCE (1995) (17 mins) MS-95-750

A videotape celebrating the mission and ministry of the Alaska Missionary Conference. Leader's guide.

ADVANCE: PARTNERS IN MINISTRY (The Rio Grande Conf.) MS-95-751

A video celebrating the mission and ministry of the RIO Grande Annual Conference and how The Advance through the Parish Partners program has contributed significantly to ministry and programs of this annual conference.

ADVENTURES IN ODYSSEY (30 mins, animated)

Electric Christmas (30 min) CR-95-2173

The Knight Travelers (30 min) CR-92-2174

ADVENTURES WITH GRIO (30 mins ea) CR-96-2207-08

Traditional stories combined with a correlating modern day story to help drive the learning aim. Youth and elementary children will be entertained as they learn biblical principles.

Tape 1: The Story of Joseph

Tape 2: Samson and Delilah, Joshua-The Walls of Jericho, Deborah the Great Leader

Tape 3: The Good Samaritan

AFRICA UNIVERSITY: A BRIDGE TO DREAMS (18 min) HECM-92-608

Africa University is the emerging fulfillment of the hopes and dreams of millions of people around the world. “A Bridge to Dreams” highlights that linkage by featuring the Central Illinois Annual Conference’s campaign to fund the construction of a bridge which connects the university campus to a main road.

AFRICA UNIVERSITY: Official Opening Highlights (5 mins) HECM-94-609

Includes new footage of the official opening ceremonies. Can be used to help congregations understand the work their African University Fund apportionment

and World Service Special Gifts support.

AFRICA UNIVERSITY: THE DREAM IS ALIVE (12 min) HECM-607

The Founding of Africa University.

AFRICA UNIVERSITY; TRANSFORMING LIVES, TRANSFORMING AFRICA HECM-605

AFRICAN TALES (23 mins EC) CR-94-2120

Features three African fables--"Banana Thieves," "The Spider and the Antelope," and "The Boastful Crocodile"--illustrated with water color drawings by Deus Tumbago and Lisa Bade.

AFTER THE STORM: POWER AND PEACE IN THE MIDDLE EAST

(29 min) ASR-92-1824

Introduces some geographic, economic, political, and religious factors that have contributed to the permanent importance of the Middle East in the world affair’s. Leader’s guide.

AIDS AMONG TEENS (JH SH PAR 60 mins) YM-93-1389

Features Jerry Johnston with youth and adults who are HIV positive. Johnston exposes the condom myth for young people and answers the question: What is AIDS? Where did it come from? How do I get it? What are the facts? Must viewing for every teen.

AIDS: WHAT DO WE TELL OUR CHILDREN? (SH A 52 mins) CS-93-342

This documentary confronts the global issue of AIDS by providing the very latest information from international research, treatment and education. It examines case studies from all walks of life and all across the world.

ALL YOUR PARTS DON'T WEAR OUT AT THE SAME TIME

(SH A 28 mins) ALFM-90-243

Susan Rowland took seven men and seven women over the age of 65 and molded them into an effective drama group. She helped each develop one entertaining vignette of personal history. Use the leader's guide for lively discussion on the stages of growing old and what oldsters have to offer the community.

AMAZING BOOK, THE (25 mins/animated YC EC) CR-89-2155

An all-new, fully animated, captivating way to teach children about the Bible. Children will be delighted as they explore the fascinating world of the Bible, its authors, its history, its books, its stories.

AMAZING MIRACLES, THE (26 mins YC EC) CR-92-2177

Through lively, catchy songs and colorful animation, The Amazing Miracles, will teach kids about when God spoke to Moses through a burning bush, when He caused the walls of Jericho to fall down, when He raised His Son from the dead, and how He still performs miracles today.

AMERICAN EXPOSE CS-345

A bold documentary about the issues of the 90"s and the major problems facing all of us. The six sessions are:

Session 1: Licensed to Lose Session 2: Streets of Pain Session 3: Is There Light?

Session 4: Intensive Defensive Session 5: Rituals of Rebellion Session 6: Maturity Without Mercy

AMERICA'S CHILDREN: POOREST IN A LAND OF PLENTY (52 mins) CS-94-347

Narrated by Maya Angelou, this video reveals the tragic neglect of the child. Through the use of still photos and video, we see some solutions to this situation in a moving portrayal of those in church and community organizations who are reaching out to give our children a future right now. Study guide included.

ANGELS IN THE MAKING ALFM-98-121

Angels in the Making presents inspiring examples of parents and community members traveling with their children on a mutual journey of discovery. All of them demonstrate that the only authentic way to lead your children on a spiritual journey is to be on that same road yourselves. Host, Mary Alice Williams, offers insights from her own experience as a parent and person of faith.

ANSWERING THE CALL HECM-01-604

Tells the stories of students and offers a glimpse of the work our seminaries do.

AROUND THE WORLD WITH THE YOUTH SERVICE FUND (YM-02-1216)

The United Methodist Service Fund is a way United Methodist youth can connect to benefit other youth in need all around the world.

ART OF COMMUNICATION, THE (30 mins PAR) ALFM-87-244

This video is designed to help parents sharpen their communication skills with their kids, and identify the deterrents which limit child/parent communication and provide ways to overcome them. Leader's guide.

Ashley and Adam are next door neighbors. Through experiences these friends share, they help young viewers explore some issues of gender such as what games girls and boys play, what clothes they wear, and what they want to be when they grow up. For use with UMW studies 1992-93.

We are all aware that sexual harassment takes place in the workplace, but many church people are unaware that it also takes place in our churches. Churches have more than just a legal responsibility to stop harassing behavior.

You are invited to the Lord's table, the Lord's supper. God's people come to the table to receive bread and wine. The symbols, substance, and significance of Holy Communion are explored in this videotape.