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WALK WITH CHRIST TO THE CROSS, A (JH SH A) BS-90-1978-80

Led by Dawson McAlister, this intense look at the last 13 hours of Christ's life will evoke in you a deep appreciation of the sacrifice He made for us. Leader's guide.

Tape 1: Sorrow and the Last Supper (37 mins)

On to the Agony of Gethsemane (29 mins)

Tape 2: Christ's Arrest and Compassion (34 mins)

On Trialand Bound at Daybreak (35 mins)

Tape 3: The Walk to the Cross (44 mins)

The Last Three Hours (34 mins)

WALK TO EMMAUS, THE (14 min.) CE-98-5

The Gospel of St. Luke relates the story of the risen Christ appearing to two who were going along the road from Jerusalem to Emmaus.

WE ARE THE BRANCHES (18 mins) YM-96-1357 Covenant Discipleship for youth.

WEAVE OF GODS GRACE (16 minutes) MS-01-700

Produced by United Methodists and Moravian Churches. This is the story of survival of the Morivian people with the help of the United Methodists.

WEE SING PRESENTS GRANDPA'S MAGICAL TOYS (60 mins) CR-89-2154

Imagine a world filled with music, laughter, dancing, warmth and fun. This is the world of Grandpa's magical toys. This colorful live-action video charms youngsters with over 20 familiar songs, jump rope rhymes and clapping games. Recommended for ages 2-8.

WELCOMING THE CHILDREN (24 mins) CS-94-348

Developed for the ecumenical mission study theme, "Making the World Safe for Children," this videotape shows how local congregations are making a difference, addressing urgent needs of children by utilizing their own resources and partnering with other groups.

WESLEY ON GIVING (24 mins) SS-99-913

A video, leader’s guide and a study paper, written by Bishop Kenneth Carder, that focus on John Wesley’s understanding of stewardship and raise questions for our church today.

WESLEY SENIOR MINISTRIES ( 12 mins) MS-96-755

A short videotape which tells the story of Wesley Senior Ministries in the Memphis Conference.

WHAT ABOUT ME? --KIDS AND GRIEF (18 mins) CR-95-2201

In this 18-minute, multi cultural video, 11 children discuss their experiences of grief due to the death or chronic illness of a sibling or parent. As they explore feelings of loss and grief in their own lives, they offer hope, support and a sense of community to other children.

WHAT IS IGNITING MINISTRY? EV-407

WHAT KIDS WANT TO KNOW ABOUT SEX AND GROWING UP

(60 mins) ALFM-93-107 Designed to be watched by both parents and children, ages 8 to 12, together. This program discusses in language preteens can understand subjects such as puberty, sexuality and reproduction as well as love, relationship, peer pressure and safety.

WHAT MAKES A CHRISTIAN FAMILY CHRISTIAN?

(4 sessions each) ALFM-86-219 With busier schedules, faster changes, and nonstop media messages, the family's task of nurturing Christian values is getting lost in the shuffle. David and Karen Mains--speakers, authors, and broadcasters on CHAPEL OF THE AIR--began creatively experimenting with some very simple, Biblical principles in their family life. And the results have been unusually successful.

Tape 1 God With Us Restoring the Sabbath

Discovering Christ's Everyday Presence. Celebrating the Lord's Day.

Tape 2 Different and Proud of It Thy Kingdom Come

Examining How We Live. Using Our Homes to Further God's Kingdom.

WHAT METHODISTS BELIEVE (20 min sess SH A) ASR-85-1800-1801

Dr. Mouzon Biggs presents six 20-minute lectures on the beliefs of United Methodists.

Lesson 1: What Methodists Believe About God the Father

Lesson 2: What Methodists Believe About Evil

Lesson 3: What Methodists Believe About Jesus Christ

Lesson 4: What Methodists Believe About the Holy Spirit

Lesson 5: What Methodists Believe About People

Lesson 6: What Methodists Believe About His Church

WHAT’S UP JOSH? (Approx 90 mins) YM-88-1333

The story which still rings true today, finds Tom, frustrated and confused, struggling with a faltering relationship, bad grades and wrong priorities. Like many young people, Tom’s inner conflict stems from his misconceptions of Christianity. After hearing the talks on his campus - “Bible: fact or Fiction” and “Resurrection: history or Hoax” – Tom’s thought process is challenged. Motivate your youth groups to examine Christianity as they hear the answer to “What’s Up Josh?”

WHEN DISASTER STRIKES (UMCOR) (10 mins) MS-96-759

How the General Board can help conferences prepare for disaster.

WHEN GOD CALLS: HOW TO PREPARE FOR FULL-TIME CHRISTIAN MINISTRY (30 mins). BOM-92-1111

Led by Dr. Joel Gregory this two-part video discusses "God's Call: How to Recognize It and Respond" (22 mins) and "The Next Step: Practical Preparation for Ministry"

WHERE EVERYBODY KNOWS MY NAME (17 mins L/T) CE-87-19

An inspiring resource for use by persons and churches who want to see their Sunday School grow. Deals with how to reach out to unchurched persons, teach the Christian faith, care for self and others, share the good news of the gospel.

WHITE ROCK BLUES/THE CAVE (20 mins/Animated JH SH A) YM-87-1329

Shaking white rocks until they turn blue may not be the most exciting job in the world, but it's what Enzy does best. Cutting the grass at the church, directing the choir, acolyting on Sunday...these may not be the most exciting jobs in the church, but is that what you do best? Share this delightful animated video with the members of your group to help them see the importance of each element of the "body of Christ." The Cave, also animated, tells the story of a group of people cloistered in a cave. Their only view of the world comes from shadows made on the cave wall. When one members leaves he returns to share the reality of the outside world.

WHO MOVED MY CHEESE? (13 min) ASR-00-1865

This simple movie contains profound truths about how we respond to change at work and in our lives. An enlightening animated story of four characters who live in a Maze and look for Cheese to nourish and make them happy.

WHO SPEAKS FOR THE CHILDREN? CS-89-331

Issues of childcare, nutrition, homelessness, health care and domestic violence have surfaced as critical timely concerns. Who Speaks for the Children? provides the viewer with an overall perspective of the public hearing held in the Midwest.

WHO SWITCHED THE PRICE TAGS? - (2 tapes, 4 50-min sessions) ALFM-92-102

Tony Campolo brings a message that will cause your congregation to "rethink" society's value system, church, family, responsibilities, and most importantly, Christ-like living.

Session 1: If I Had It To Live Over Again

Session 2: Are You Having Fun Yet?

Session 3: The Value of Family Rituals and Traditions

Session 4: The Church-God's Instrument For Changing The World

WHOM SHALL I SEND? - ADVANCE (20 mins) MS-96-758

A videotape celebrating missionaries, past and present.

WHY I AM A UNITED METHODIST (60 mins JH SH A) AH-92-1610-11

Dr. Will Willimon leads viewers on a journey through the United Methodist Church. Leaders guide.

WHY I AM A UNITED METHODIST 2001 AH-01-1615

General Board of Global Ministries, Women’s Division-Theology on the Run Skit.

WHY CHARTER A UMM UNIT? (30min) LLW-90-805

WHY R U? The Why and Way Out of Substance Abuse YM-93-1374-75

Led by Dawson McAlister, this video series goes to the root of the drug epidemic by discussing the emotional pains that lead today’s teens to a life of substance abuse.

WHY WE CARE: NORTHERN IRELAND (27 mins) MS-95-753

Purchased by UMW for missional studies 1995-96. No description available.

WHY WE CARE: CHILDREN IN CRISIS (30 mins) CR-98-2229

The General Board of Global Ministries follows workers who minister to Brazil’s street children and present the story of a young boy from Guatemala who comes to live in Tennessee.

WHY WE CARE: CHILDREN AND EDUCATION (30 mins) CR-98-2230

The General Board of Global Ministries introduces us to people who are making a difference in spiritual and academic education of the children in Jamica.

WHY WE CARE: THE CHURCH IN MEXICO (MS-02-702) 27 min.

Mexico is one of two nations that shares the North American Continent with the United States. We cannot separate Mexican Methodists from the issues that face them as a nation politically and economically, and we cannot separate their concerns from those of us in the United States.

WILL OUR CHILDREN HAVE FAITH? - Westerhoff (1 tape L/T PAR) CE-85-11

Will there be another generation of Christians? Before answering that haunting question, Dr. John Westerhoff leads viewers into a fascinating exploration of who we are and what we need in order to become the touchstones upon which our children will - or will not - build their faith.

Session 1: Baptism: Remembering Who We Are (30 mins)

Session 2: Made Not Born: Life in the Church

Session 3: Pilgrimage: Living Out Our Baptism

WILLIAM (15 mins G) CR-87-2114

Themes: Competition/Creation/Self-esteem/Identity

Being ignored at a community picnic, William, a six year old, too big to be a baby and too small to be "one of the guys" turns to his special sense of wonder and becomes a hero when he finds something very valuable.

WINGS LIKE A DOVE (34 mins) HW-99-505

This video provides guidance to Christian women who are experiencing abuse in their marriages and to clergy, shelter staff, and other helpers who work with victims of domestic violence. . This program offers women hope and assures them they will not be alone as they undertake the difficult task of confronting abuse. It is organized into six sections:

1. It’s Not Your Fault 2. Marriage: When the Covenant is Broken

3. Blessed Are the Children 4. Forgiveness and Accountability

5. Shelter from the Storm 6. The Future

WINNING EDGE, THE (2 videotapes, notebook kit, JH SH YA) YM-88-1330-31

This video curriculum combines a unique 12-part discipleship film series on two video cassettes with a comprehensive leader's guide. In each 8-minute action-packed film, everyday young people share their passion for excellence and Christian commitment.

Part I Part II

1. Tragedy in the Christian Life. 7. Overcoming Obstacles Against All Odds

2. Faking the Christian Walk. 8. Acceptance in the Christian Walk

3. Pride and the Christian Walk. 9. Obedience in the Christian Walk.

4. Upsets in the Christian Walk. 10 .Commitment in the Christian Walk

5. Making Things Your God. 11. Temptation in the Christian Walk: Drugs

Prepared by the Commission for Christian Unity and Interreligious Concerns. This video gives and overview of consultation and presentations on the United Methodist Church’s stand on homosexuality.

Mary presents the issues faced daily by an increasing number of women in this country who are poor. Part of the power of this story is in Mary’s being a white, formerly middle-class wife and mother, who was deserted by her husband after he lost his job and couldn’t find another. Mary describes her struggles with her faith and her church as well as her concern for the future both for herself and other poor women.

A judge, a widow, a queen and a harlot. What did they have in common? Faith, love, trust, and dedication. God used each of these women to fulfill His plans and promises. Good for groups of all ages.

This is a moving documentary testament to women's capacity for hope, for hard work, for building a home--even in the midst of poverty and violence.

Superb series of videos for children ages 6 - 12 that explores the land and life of Jesus.

Local church members who serve on the boards of directors of United Methodist General Agencies tell about the work of their agencies and how it fits into the United Methodist "big picture."

This video seeks to explore four important aspects of worship: why Christians worship, how worship is accomplished, what happens in worship, and who does the actual work of worshiping.

Every class has its "Danny"--the class clown who is really funny sometimes and very obnoxious at other times or its "Karen"--the kind, concerned friend who hides her own problems with a nice smile.

This six-part series features stories from ordinary people and is hosted by well-known authors sharing from their own experiences.

“IN Whose Hands” helps us understand the language of the debate and to incorporate it into our work for economic justice.