Week 3
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30 Minutes BC
30 Minutes BC creatively explores the profound emotions and intimate struggles of Mary and Joseph during the final 30 minutes before the birth of Jesus. As the clock ticks down, the couple navigates a whirlwind of hope, joy, and uncertainty, turning to God amidst it all.
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Adventus: A Spiritual Pilgrimage
On behalf of the Augustine Institute, we are offering Adventus: A Spiritual Pilgrimage to everyone this Advent and Christmas Season. In light of the separation we face as communities, this special documentary allows Catholics all around the world to unite and make a spiritual pilgrimage to the Ho...
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The Story of the Nativity: The Truth of Christmas
The story of the birth of Jesus is often misunderstood. But this fast-paced, thought-provoking look at the true story of the Nativity clears away widespread misunderstandings of Jesus' origin. Join top scholars, inspirational speakers, and popular authors as they explain the story behind the stor...
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The Story of Christmas | Benjamin Cello Christmas Special
In this special hour-long television event, Benjamin Cello and his friends travel to Pennywhistle Park for a spectacular shadow puppet retelling of "The Story of Christmas" by Brother Joseph and "The Shadow of His Wings" puppet theater.
Featuring a fully orchestrated score and new music by the ...
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Prepare the Way of the King by Dr. Scott Hahn
Dr. Scott Hahn, one of the most eminent Catholic theologians in our country today, reveals what scholars now know about the shepherds, the mysterious Magi, and King Herod. Your Advent journey will take on new meaning as you prepare your heart for the birth of our Lord. This illuminating presentat...
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Third Week of Advent | Behold with Sr. Miriam James
Let the Holy Family be your light through Advent as you receive the healing power of Christ.
In this beautiful guided video series, Sr. Miriam James Heidland, SOLT—author of the bestselling book Restore and co-host of the Abiding Together Podcast — walks with you as you explore familial wounds w...
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The Chosen Christmas Special | Catholic Commentary on The Chosen
*As of January 1, 2023, The Chosen Christmas Special (The Messengers) episode is no longer available on FORMED.
Please email [email protected] if you have any questions.Catholic Commentary on The Chosen aims to help Catholics actively engage with the immensely popular TV series depicting ...
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Week Three | Adore: Advent with Fr. John Burns
Join Fr. John Burns as he journeys deeper into the theme for week three: nearness.
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Mary's Labor: What Does Catholic Tradition Have to Say?
Catholics and Protestants believe different things about Mary's labor. These differences can lead to varying presentations of the birth of Jesus in popular movies and shows. Join Dr. Scott Hefelfinger and Dr. Michael Barber as they explain the Catholic Church's understanding of Mary's labor and t...
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Christmas Special | Laugh and Grow Bible for Kids
Based on the award-winning Bible! Join Minno kids Margot, Lexi, Miguel, and Logan on a heartwarming journey through the Christmas story. Hosted by the Hopeful World, this beautiful retelling of the story of Jesus’ birth will help kids understand the true meaning of Christmas. Viewers both young a...
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Christmas | Sacred Art
"Join Dr. Ben Akers and Taylor Kemp as they look at the painting Adoration of the Shepherds by Gerard van Honthorst to celebrate the Nativity of our Lord. This famous painting reveals the Christ Child as the light that has come into the world and also depicts the Blessed Mother, St. Joseph, and t...
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Agape/Love | Advent: Word Studies | The Bible Project
The word “love” is one of the sloppiest words in our language, as it primarily refers to a feeling that happens to a person. In the New Testament, “love” refers to a way of treating people that was defined by Jesus himself: seeking the well-being of others regardless of their response.
The Bible...
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O Holy Night - Christmas with the Annie Moses Band
Experience the beauty of the Christmas season with the Annie Moses Band as the acclaimed classical crossover ensemble performs stunning arrangements of holiday favorites.
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O Holy Night, The King is Born: What Christmas Is About
Celebrate the wonder and joy of Christmas with Brother Francis in this heartwarming presentation of the birth of God's Son! Witness the moving submission of Mary, Joseph, and others as they make way for our Savior.
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The Christmas Pageant that Almost Wasn't
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Ordinary and Extraordinary | Rooted | Episode 15
Because the book of Ruth is so short, it allows the author to do some remarkable things with the structure, story, dialogue, and characters. It’s so focused that it has a kind of rich, theological density to it. If Genesis is like the best soup you’ve ever had, the book of Ruth is like the best s...
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David’s Temple | Rooted | Episode 16
Only one person in the Bible is described as a man after God’s own heart: King David. It’s a pretty amazing description. Wouldn’t you like to be described that way?
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An Undivided Heart | Rooted | Episode 18
“Where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.” Jesus offers us this profound truth in the Sermon on the Mount. Those things we think of as precious, those things we desire—these reveal what we love. How would you respond if God asked, “What would you have me give you?”
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Learning by Listening | Rooted | Episode 19
Elijah’s story offers us a powerful lesson in how to seek God's will: by listening. But God doesn’t speak to Elijah in the way we might expect. Instead, His voice comes in a gentle whisper, requiring Elijah to listen carefully. We, too, are called to follow Elijah’s example—quieting our hearts to...
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The Jesse Stump | Rooted | Episode 20
We've finally arrived at the main biblical text from which we get the idea of the Jesse Tree: from the stump of Jesse, a shoot comes forth—and from his roots, a branch... a tree sprouting up from Jesse!
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Written on the Heart | Rooted | Episode 21
Ever since Adam and Eve gave in to the serpent's temptation, division abounds: between the body and soul, humans and God, man and woman, and humans and the earth. The consequences of that first sin reveal to us the depth and reach of this division. But that's not the end of the story.
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How to Be a Sheep | Rooted | Episode 22
Depictions of Christ the Good Shepherd combine two beautiful biblical images: John 10 and Luke 15. Reflect on Jesus rejoicing—the lost sheep found and laid across his shoulders—and how the sheep almost melts into him. The sheep must rely so completely on Jesus’ strength that it becomes one with h...
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The True Meaning of Christmas | Lukas Storyteller
Christmas is coming and our friends Peter, Agnes, Paul and Anna expect to receive many gifts. but when they caught in one of their antics. Lukas and Noah will help them understand the true story of Christmas and how the birth of the Son of God should change our hearts.
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Marcam Builds a Gingerbread Nativity | Marcam's Advent & Christmas | Episode 6
In this episode, join Marcam as he bakes one of his favorite Christmas treats. Marcam will teach the little saints about making a recipe and the importance of being patient when good things take time!