Week 4
Explore the seasons of Advent and Christmas with other great videos, audiobooks, and talks by visiting our Advent & Christmas collection: https://watch.formed.org/advent-and-christmas
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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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Christmas Eve | Catholic All Year At Home w/ Kendra Tierney
Combining the German traditions from her heritage and the Mexican traditions popular in her hometown of Los Angeles, Kendra shares her Christmas Eve menu. Learn about the luminaria tradition, too, to usher in the Light of the World!
Kendra Tierney is a widowed Southern California mother of ten c...
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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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Mary of Nazareth
Mary of Nazareth is an epic motion picture on the life of Mary, Mother of Christ, from her childhood through the Resurrection of Jesus. Shot in high definition, it was filmed in Europe with outstanding cinematography, a strong cast, and a majestic music score. Actress Alissa Jung gives a beautifu...
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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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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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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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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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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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A Covenant of Love | Rooted | Episode 23
In the Book of Hosea, God speaks of establishing a new covenant—one that will be written on the heart, much like the covenant described in Jeremiah. But here, the imagery is not legal; it’s nuptial. God’s relationship with His people is described in the tender, intimate terms of marriage. This be...
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Hidden with Christ | Rooted | Episode 24
When it begins its teaching on Mary, the Catechism of the Catholic Church states: “What the Catholic faith believes about Mary is based on what it believes about Christ, and what it teaches about Mary illumines in turn its faith in Christ.” That’s paragraph 487, where the Catechism begins to unpa...
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The Adventure | Rooted | Episode 25
Perhaps you dreaded this reading as a child: "It’s just a list of names!" Maybe you, too, found yourself thinking the words of 1 Peter 1:25: “The word of the Lord endures FOREVER.” And reaching the breaking point, you might've meditated earnestly on Psalm 13, “How long, O Lord!?" Relatable at all...
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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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God Made Man by Fr. Shannon Collins
In this Christmas-themed presentation, Fr. Shannon Collins sheds new light on the Biblical narratives of the birth of Jesus Christ, as well as the beautiful Christmas traditions of the Church. Fr. Collins serves as a preacher of parish missions and retreat master. He has appeared on EWTN and has ...
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Light the Fourth Advent Candle! | Marcam's Advent & Christmas | Episode 8
Advent is quickly coming to an end, so join Marcam and Fr. Mark to celebrate having four candles lit on the wreath! Little saints will hear about the readings for this week as we approach Christmas day.
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The 12 Days of Christmas Dance! | Marcam's Advent & Christmas | Episode 9
What's better than dancing with Marcam? Christmas dancing with Marcam! Little saints will get up on their feet for 12 new dance moves to celebrate the Holy Family, the Nativity at Bethlehem, and the birth of our Savior!
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Chara/Joy | Advent: Word Studies | The Bible Project
In this video, we explore the unique type of joy to which God’s people are called. It’s more than happy mood, but rather a choice to trust that God will fulfill his promises.
The Bible Project is a nonprofit group dedicated to spreading the Word of God. Through dynamic and engaging videos, they ...
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Fourth 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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Tell Me About Your Advent Traditions: Fasting
Professors of the Augustine Institute share some Advent traditions they have in the home to help us all live liturgically this Advent!
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Christmas as “Christ’s Mass”: The Manger and the Eucharist by Dr. Michael Barber
Christmas as “Christ’s Mass”:The Manger and the Eucharist
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Week Four | Adore: Advent with Fr. John Burns
Join Fr. John Burns as he journeys deeper into the theme for week four: Emmanuel.
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Tell Me About Your Advent Traditions: O Antiphons
Professors of the Augustine Institute share some Advent traditions they have in the home to help us all live liturgically this Advent!
The mentioned PDF can be found here.
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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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