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Mary, Mother of God | Momenta Sacra
"Mary, Mother of God" is the premiere episode of Momenta Sacra (Latin for "Holy Moments"), a 10-episode short film series that brings to life inspiring stories of the Saints. Through their inspiring stories, we hope that viewers will be brought into a deeper yearning for prayer.
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Elizabeth Ann Seton: Seeker to Saint
Elizabeth Ann Seton: From Seeker to Saint, a new mini documentary on the life of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton, made its debut on EWTN on January 4, 2021. This significant date marked the 200th anniversary of Elizabeth Seton’s death and entrance into eternal life. Now you can watch Elizabeth Ann Seton:...
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Mary: The Mother of God
She was a humble girl from an ordinary Jewish family. Yet Mary said a simple "yes" and came to be exalted as the Daughter of Zion, the Mother of God, and the Queen of Heaven. Filmed on location in Turkey, Israel, and Greece with popular Catholic author and speaker Stephen Ray, this study allows u...
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St. Therese | Littlest Saints
Which flower in Jesus’s garden is the best? The most beautiful? St. Therese gives us her “little” answer to these questions.
Visit their website here: www.littlestsaints.com
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John of the Cross
As a young priest, John of the Cross (1542-1591) is confronted with the corruption of his Carmelite Order, and sets out to live a truly contemplative life. His religious brothers, resenting his holiness and asceticism and his efforts to reform the order, imprison him in a closet for nine torturou...
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Pope John Paul II
This epic film follows Karol Wojtyla's journey from his youth in Poland through his late days on the Chair of St. Peter. It explores his life behind the scenes: how he touched millions of people, changed the face of the Church and the world, and how he defended the dignity of mankind. Jon Voight'...
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Restless Heart
This first full-length feature movie on Augustine uses a historic backdrop to tell the true story of one of the Church's most beloved and well-known Saints. Its message of sin, conversion, redemption is as timely today as it was in the 5th century of Augustine. It is the story of a gifted man who...
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Life for Life: Maximilian Kolbe
Auschwitz, 1941. One of the prisoners, Jan, escapes from the German concentration camp while working at a gravel pit. Thanks to the help of kind-hearted people, he finds shelter. There Jan hears tragic news about ten random inmates sentenced by the Nazis to death by starvation as a punishment for...
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The Reluctant Saint: The Story of St. Joseph Cupertino
Maximilian Schell stars as "the flying friar," St. Joseph of Cupertino, in this heartwarming and amazing true story of the humble Franciscan friar who literally rose to sainthood. In the impoverished village of seventeenth century Cupertino, Italy, Joseph's peasant mother convinces the reluctant ...
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Saint Philip Neri: I Prefer Heaven
PARENTAL GUIDANCE SUGGESTED
This movie is not rated, but has mature themes and was created with an adult audience in mind. It contains scenes, including violence, indicative of the life and times of the saint portrayed. We would recommend Parental Guidance and that parents preview it before watch... -
Juan Diego: Messenger of Guadalupe
In 1531 Juan Diego found himself between two world, that of the Spanish conquerors and that of his own Aztec heritage. Because of his love for his people and his strong faith, Juan Diego turned to Jesus and His Mother, Mary for help in uniting his people. The answer to Juan Diego's prayers has be...
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The Violinist: Stories of Solanus Casey | Based on a True Saint
The Violinist: Stories of Solanus Casey is a must-watch documentary that chronicles the inspiring life of Blessed Solanus Casey, a humble Capuchin friar known for his deep faith, simplicity, and profound impact on those he served. Featuring personal stories from the people who knew him, the film ...
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30 Minutes BC: A Nativity Play
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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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Mother Teresa
"In an acclaimed film portrayal, Olivia Hussey illuminates the life story of Mother Teresa of Calcutta, the selfless missionary who brought hope, love, and salvation to the poorest of the poor. The movie examines the fundamental moments of Mother Teresa's life from her childhood in Albania in the...
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St. Giuseppe Moscati: Doctor to the Poor
Giuseppe Moscati, "the holy physician of Naples," was a medical doctor and layman in the early twentieth century who came from an aristocratic family and devoted his medical career to serving the poor. He was also a medical school professor and a pioneer in the field of biochemistry whose researc...
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100 Hearts: Betrayal and Forgiveness in the Life of Blessed Clelia Merloni
Movie + 2 extras
The pain of betrayal by a trusted friend and the freedom born from forgiveness unfolds in two parallel dramas in the life of Blessed Clelia Merloni, Foundress of the Apostles of the Sacred Heart of Jesus and Professor Giulia de Magistris, a contemporary newly promoted school administrator. Each m...
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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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St. Maximillian Kolbe
A meditation on St. Maximilian Kolbe’s Consecration to Mary, from his childhood encounter with the Mother of God, through his building newspapers across Europe and Asia to spread devotion to her, all the way to the darkness of World War II and Auschwitz, where he continued to preach the truth and...
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Francis Xavier and the Samurai's Lost Treasure
Young Francis Xavier had everything going for him. A champion at sports and studies, he was ready to win the whole world for himself. Then one day his best friend, Ignatius of Loyola, showed him that true champions are of a far more heroic breed–-those who risk all to win the world for God.
Fra...
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Our Lady of Guadalupe and Saint Juan Diego | Catholic Saints
Dr. Ben Akers sits down with Dr. James Prothro to discuss Mary's apparition to Saint Juan Diego on Tepeyac hill under the title of Our Lady of Guadalupe. This important apparition played a historical role in the conversion of the Mexico to the Christian faith and the miraculous tilma worn by the ...
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The Dream of St. Joseph | Sacred Art
Dr. Ben Akers and Taylor Kemp sit down with different pieces of Sacred Art to discuss their theological meanings and how they can speak to us today. This week, they are looking at The Dream of St. Joseph as depicted by Philippe de Champaigne.
View all episodes of Sacred Art.
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The Story of St. Nicholas
Brother Francis tells the true story of Saint Nicholas, a compassionate bishop known for his generosity, who inspired the tradition of gift-giving. Discover how his legacy evolved into the beloved holiday figure now known as Santa Claus
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Ode to Saint Cecilia
Ode to Saint Cecilia tells the dramatic story of a modest young woman from Rome whose life transcends time to influence poets, composers, sculptors, and painters. A patron saint to some, a muse to others, Cecilia has inspired George F. Handel, John Dryden, Henry Purcell, Stefan Maderno, John Wate...
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St. Andrew the Apostle | Catholic Saints
All of the saints had a story before they met Christ. For St. Andrew, he was a fisherman. Hearing the call of Christ, Andrew and his brother Peter left everything behind to follow Jesus. Join Dr. Ben Akers and Mary McGeehan as they discuss St. Andrew, his life, and the example he provides to all ...