AV LIBRARY GIVEAWAYS MARRIAGE/RELATIONSHIPS, PARENTING/FAMILIES, CHILDREN, YOUTH 1

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1 AV LIBRARY GIVEAWAYS MARRIAGE/RELATIONSHIPS, PARENTING/FAMILIES, CHILDREN, YOUTH 1 MARRIAGE/RELATIONSHIPS BRINGING PEACE & HARMONY TO THE BLENDED FAMILY: WHERE EVERYONE FEELS AT HOME 2 vols; 6 25 min lessons; ad; guide; 2000; Sampson Company Vol. 1 Vol. 2 Session 1 Before All of Us Say I Do Session 4 Surviving the Birth Order Blender Session 2 With These Kids I Thee Wed Session 5 Same Language Different Dialect Session 3 Blending Without Colliding Session 6 Looking at Life Through Your Mate s Eyes LOVING, LASTING RELATIONSHIPS series of 2 videos; eight 30 min programs; guide; adult; Christian Family Video; 1990 An eight part video seminar by Gary Smalley and John Trent designed to enhance interpersonal relationships. 1. Discover Your Personality Strengths: Find your personality "bent" and how it affects your relationships. 2. Bringing Harmony to the Family Zoo: How the very different personalities in a family can learn to live together in peace and love. 3. Word Pictures: A Language of Love: Instantly understand each other and feel one another's emotions. 4. Multiply the Impact of Your Word Pictures: Refine your new skill for maximum results. 5. Faith that Empowers Love: How you can go beyond dinky faith to great faith. 6. The Power Source of All Loving Relationships: Why people and things make lousy gods. 7. Settling for the Best: It's easier than you think. 8. Gaining Greater Love Through Trials: Squeezing every drop of good out of hard times. MAKING OF A MARRIAGE 80 min; ad; guide; Sampson Ministry; 1999 Premarital counseling for couples. Four 20 minute lessons by Dr. John Trent provide the biblical foundation for the study. They inspire and motivate participants in a group learning situation. Lesson 1: Like a Rock! Laying the Foundation for a Happy Marriage Lesson 2: Don t Start Your Home Without It! A Wedding Gift You ll Never Take Back Lesson 3: Striking the Perfect Match! Blending Strengths and Differences for a Balanced Relationship Lesson 4: Keep the Flame Burning! Communicating to Resolve Conflict and Enrich Intimacy MAKING THE MOST OF MARRIAGE: BUILDING A RELATIONSHIP THAT WILL LAST A LIFETIME Seven 25 min lessons; ad; guide; Sampson Resources; 2004 Dr. Kevin Leman, an internationally known Christian psychologist, leads this series that is full of insight that you can use immediately. 1. Designed to Be Different: Balancing the challenges and benefits of two distinctive personalities 2. Where Have All the Flowers Gone?: Doing your best for the one you love the most 3. Striking the Perfect Match: How birth order affects who you are and the marriage of your dreams 4. Looking for Love in Two Special Faces: How kids grow and thrive through Mom and Dad s relationship 5. Don t Rock the Jukebox!: Resolving Conflicts by turning on and tuning in 6. Sex Begins in the Kitchen: How to light the fire and keep the flame burning 7. Enjoy the Journey: Becoming ONE in a marriage that will last a lifetime

2 AV LIBRARY GIVEAWAYS MARRIAGE/RELATIONSHIPS, PARENTING/FAMILIES, CHILDREN, YOUTH 2 A MARRIAGE FOR ALL SEASONS: BUILDING A MARRIAGE THAT WILL GO THE DISTANCE eight 20 min lessons; workbook; facilitator guide; Sampson Ministry Resources; 1999 A biblically based marriage enrichment training for couples, A Marriage for All Seasons is an eight lesson study designed to guide couples in building stronger, more intimate marriages that will stand the test of time. This study will help couples understand their strengths, how to resolve conflict, and keep the flame of love alive forever. O'SHEA 20 min; guide; sh ad; Vision Video A modern setting for the story of Hosea. Set in America during the Great Depression, the story looks at our relationship with God.

3 AV LIBRARY GIVEAWAYS MARRIAGE/RELATIONSHIPS, PARENTING/FAMILIES, CHILDREN, YOUTH 3 PARENTING/FAMILIES GRANDPARENTING BY GRACE 2 vols; 60 min each; ad; guide; Dallas Christian Video; 1997 Four sessions cover everything from how to entertain preschoolers to answering difficult questions about adoption or divorce. Observations and comments are supported with scriptural references that illustrate God s special grace for those who work to guide families along His path. 1. How Great the Gift of Grace!: The Changing Role of Grandparent 2. Helping Grandchildren Grow According to God s Plan: Grace Through the Difficult Times LIFE IS NO PICNIC!: STRESS SURVIVAL SKILLS FOR THE FAMILY 2 vols; 120 min each; ad; guide; JJM Communications; 1996 Dr. Charles Lowery, noted psychologist, pastor and teacher, leads this thirteen part, interactive series that will help the members of your class develop effective stress survival skills based on God s word. The videos generate conversation while the discussion questions in the leader s guide prompt the class to open up and help each other. Student notes lead members to study and apply these truths outside of class. Battling Stress 1. Identifying Stress 2. How Personalities React to Pressure 3. Destructive Things People do to Cope Handling Our Fast paced World 4. Constructively Reducing Stress 5. Slowing Life Down 6. Dealing With Baggage of the Past Understanding Personality 7. Practicing Contentment 8. Staying on Course 9. Adjusting Expectations to Reality Succeeding with Stress 10. Starting New Habits and Thinking Patterns 11. Accepting Yourself as God Created You 12. Living a Life by Faith 13. Reviewing Stress Survival Skills NO FAULT KIDS: A FOCUS ON KIDS WITH DIVORCED PARENTS 26 min; guide; jh ad; United Learning; 1987 Teens share how they have been affected by their parents' divorces. Stress on the importance of a good support system. Objectives: There is life after divorce; You are not alone; Coping skills; Importance of talking. PARENTING ADOLESCENTS series of 2, 145 min; ad; guide; NavPress; 1994 A small group video series, led by Kevin Huggins, that draws on biblical principles and practical insights. Eight sessions with questions and exercises that will guide you into discussion on: 1. How Do You Raise a Teenager? 2. How Parents and Teens Are Alike 3. Looking at the World through Teenage Eyes 4. Deciding How to Parent 5. When You Don t Like Who Your Teen Is Becoming 6. What Causes Conflict? 7. Handling Conflict 8. Giving Your Children a Taste of God

4 AV LIBRARY GIVEAWAYS MARRIAGE/RELATIONSHIPS, PARENTING/FAMILIES, CHILDREN, YOUTH 4 PARENTING: AN ATTITUDE OF THE HEART series of 5 videos; 23 min each; guides; ad; Priority One Publ; Improving Your Attitude: Improving the emotional environment in your home 2. How to Love Your Child: Equipping children to live in a demanding and unforgiving world 3. Secret of Discipline: What to do when your child breaks a window, forgets to do her homework, or is defiant 4. Why Values Are Important: Teaching children values while they are still young enough to look to parents for answers 5. Son Remembers: Life as a Missionary: The Konnerups, missionaries in Japan share what it is like to raise children far away from family and other support systems. PARENTING TEENAGERS series of 4 videos; 30 min each; guide; ad; Group Publ; 1988 Affirms parents and provides them with the skills and understanding to make life with a teenager joyful. 1. What Makes Your Teenager Tick: What you can expect from your teenager and what your teenager needs from you 2. Parenting: How Do You Rate: Discover your parenting style. How you can adjust your style to your teenager's changing needs. 3. Communicating with Your Teenager Keeping your teenager talking to you and how to hear what s/he is really saying. 4. Your Teenager s Friends and Peer Pressure The roles friends play; dealing with your teenager's choice of friends. POSITIVE PARENTING 60 min; ad; Bridgestone Group; 1990 Five part series designed to help parents instill strong self esteem in children. Presented by Dr Dennis Waitley. 1. Self Esteem 2. Role Models 3. Self Determination 4. Self Discipline 5. Optimism QUESTIONS PARENTS ASK 60 min, 3 lessons; adult; Word Publishing; 1982 Dr. James Dobson. 1. World of Children covers temper tantrums, childhood learning difficulties, etc. 2. Coping With Toddlerhood help for parents of "terrible twos", includes discipline helps 3. Self Esteem in Children advice on raising children to feel good about themselves. RAISING KIDS ALONE: PARENTING AFTER DIVORCE, series of 4 videos; 30 min each; guide; adult; Group Publ; 1991 Help single parents handle the challenge of raising children. Viewers will discover how to respond to their children's feelings about divorce and learn single parenting skills. 1. After Divorce: support for the next step. 2. Children of Divorce: Creatively responding to their needs. 3. Working Together: How both parents can positively influence kids after the break up 4. Visitation: Making it work for parents and kids

5 AV LIBRARY GIVEAWAYS MARRIAGE/RELATIONSHIPS, PARENTING/FAMILIES, CHILDREN, YOUTH 5 SECRETS OF STRONG FAMILIES 30 min; guide; adult; Cokesbury; 1988 Presents in simple, accurate detail why and how some families succeed. Discover vital ingredients for building and maintaining a strong, loving family. Among secrets revealed are six major strengths of strong families: commitment, appreciation, communication, time together, spiritual wellness and coping with stress. SHAPING THE WILL WITHOUT BREAKING THE SPIRIT 60 min; guide; ad; Word; 1985 Dr James Dobson's conservative philosophy of parenting (part of his Focus on the Family series). Helping the child understand the link between behavior and consequences. SPIRITED FAMILIES 48 min; guide; ad; United Church of Canada; 1994 An interactive video designed to help viewers reflect on family values and the relationship of faith to family living. Helps families nurture, strengthen and celebrate family relationships. May be used as introduction to ACTIVE PARENTING series. Introduction Diversity of Family Structures Unique Place of Children Part 1 Families Places of Well Being Owning Sexuality Part 2 Mutual Care and Respect Family Values Interactive Caregiving Part 3 Faith and Family Relationships Family Relationships and the Faith Community Part 4 The Family as Community TURN YOUR HEART TOWARD HOME 3 videos; six min. programs; guide; ad; Word Publ; 1983 American families face strong challenges and pressures. Dr. James Dobson challenges viewers to return to traditional family values. 1. "Father Looks Back" "Power In Parenting: A Young Child" 2. "Power In Parenting: The Adolescent" "Family Under Fire" 3. "Overcoming A Painful Childhood" "Heritage" UNDERSTANDING YOUR TEENAGER 87 min; ad; guide; Verite Productions; 1992 A six session study helping parents and teens build better relationships. 1. The changing world of your teenager 2. Your teen s search for independence 3. Equipping for adulthood: skills, values and beliefs 4. Building rules without burning your bridges 5. Talking about tough issues and their consequences 6. Learning to trust your kids, yourself and God

6 AV LIBRARY GIVEAWAYS MARRIAGE/RELATIONSHIPS, PARENTING/FAMILIES, CHILDREN, YOUTH 6 WHAT DO YOU REALLY WANT FOR YOUR CHILDREN? 60 min; adult; Nightingale; 1993 A step by step guide to becoming a great parent. Dr Wayne Dyer shares the incredible joy and alarming responsibility of parenting. He reveals how to teach your children to have high self esteem; be a risk taker; deal with peer pressure; be self reliant and self disciplined; overcome failure; experience wellness; and feel a sense of purpose. WHAT EVERY BABY KNOWS 70 min; Family Home Entertainment; 1986 What Every Baby Knows is an informative mixture of scientific and practical information on the development of children from birth to age three. Hosted by T. Berry Brazelton, M.D. Vol 2: The Working Parent Avoiding the Separation Scene at the day care, and making room for quality time in a hectic schedule. Vol 4: On Being a Father Covers a father s relationship with sons and daughters

7 AV LIBRARY GIVEAWAYS MARRIAGE/RELATIONSHIPS, PARENTING/FAMILIES, CHILDREN, YOUTH 7 CHILDREN GOD AND THE COVENANT PEOPLE 12 five minute segments on two VHS tapes; 1 audiocassette; teacher book; workbook This unique course combines video, audio, and print media in a Bible study that helps 5 th and 6 th graders see the Scriptures as a whole. Beginning with the Creation story and ending with the assurance that God is with us today, this Bible survey focuses on God s promises and on people s responses. KIDS TALK TV INSIDE OUT 45 min; ye oe; guide; United Church of Christ; 1996 A media literacy program divided into short segments. Children examine the world of television and learn the necessary skills to evaluate what they see on TV with their faith. Explores questions such as What does the Bible have to say about what we watch on television? and Does God care about what movies I watch? NO GREATER GIFT 30 min; guide; oe ad; Coronet/MTI; 1985 Two hospitalized boys, each suffering from a life threatening disease, become friends. The boys learn the value of life and love and pass the lesson on to their families, who struggle to come to term with illness and death. OAK STREET CHRONICLES AND THE GOOD NEWS: RELATING CHRISTIAN PRINCIPLES TO EVERYDAY LIVING series of 3 videos; 10 sessions; guide; ye oe; Tabor Publ; 1989 Cokesbury curriculum resource. Additional student leaflets and teacher guide available from Cokesbury. Modern parables that invite children to think about and share their own experiences and relationships and express through celebration and trust a growing Christian faith. 1. "I Belong" (belonging); "Wrong Choice" (making choices and discovering consequences); "Telescope" (learning to forgive); "Going Home" (taking steps toward reconciliation). 2. "Birthday" (celebrating the individual); "Race" (working together); "Spooky Story" (trusting God). 3. "Mr. Wolenski" (remembering others); "Treasure" (value of friends); PHOS: THE LIGHT 15 min; guide; jh ad; Teleketics; 1973 An Easter story of forgiveness. Easter customs in a Greek village. A boy and his mother celebrate Easter amid anxiety, misunderstanding and forgiveness. PROMISE 14 min; guide; oe ad; Ikonographics; 1974 This video is about promises made to you and kept, about promises you make and keep, about the promise of you unfolding; about the promise found within nature, and God s promises. THE PROMISE: A STORY ABOUT RESPONSIBILITY 17 min; guide; ye ad; Teleketics; 1989 A children's story teaching responsibility, forgiveness, and love

8 AV LIBRARY GIVEAWAYS MARRIAGE/RELATIONSHIPS, PARENTING/FAMILIES, CHILDREN, YOUTH 8 THE RED BOOTH 50 min; ye oe & family; UMCom; 1993 Designed to teach ethics and moral decision making skills to children. The Red booth uses children's real life problems as the basis for ethical dilemmas played by an ensemble of actors in a studio. Includes footage from a traveling booth that records children's reactions and comments. TEACHING THE BIBLE TO PRESCHOOL CHILDREN min; guide; adult; Cokesbury; 1990 Discussion of different ways to approach and teach the Bible; includes demonstrations and classroom illustrations [part of the Teaching the Bible series] "How Different Perspectives of the Bible Affect Teaching" "Characteristics of Young Children and How They Learn" "Creating a Climate for Teaching the Bible to Young Children" "Telling the Stories of the Bible" "Guidelines for Choosing Bible Teaching Aids" WONDER OF LIVING THINGS IN THE LAND OF JESUS 30 min. each; guide; pr oe; Jerusalem Marketplace; 1985 Filmed in the Holy Land, illuminates Bible stories for children; designed in short segments with pauses and audio cues to allow time for discussion Highlights: In the beginning...; Shows animals, plants and landscape; Jordan River and Sea of Galilee

9 AV LIBRARY GIVEAWAYS MARRIAGE/RELATIONSHIPS, PARENTING/FAMILIES, CHILDREN, YOUTH 9 YOUTH FACING YOUR FUTURE Workshop Kit; guide; sh; Youth Specialties; 1994 Four session workshop designed to help youth discover how they can live out a Christian faith that will stand up to the tests of life after high school. Includes video, leader guide, and participant s handbook. 1. Go Deep Christian faith is a life long journey. God has plans for you. 2. Look Inside What keeps you from closeness with God. Strengthen relationship with God. 3. Follow Through Practice decision making skills by applying Christian values to real problems. 4. Do Something Gain a vision for a life that makes a difference. PARDON AND PEACE 11 min; guide; oe ad; Franciscan Films; 1983 A story of forgiveness. A teenage runaway, who experiences pain and brokenness, longs for home, but he fears his father's anger. He writes, asking if he will be welcome and then returns home. RETREAT 16 min; guide; jh; UMCom; 1992 The United Methodist Social Principles for youth in a church camp setting using the theme "We Can Make A Difference" SUDDEN DEATH 45 min; jh ad; Ken Anderson Films; 1989 Star athlete Bruce Vernon walks onto a basketball court, pauses and drops dead. This powerful true story will help viewers deal with questions concerning the sovereignty of God, and examine the choices we make in life. THANK THERAPY: THANKFULNESS 42 min; jh sh; National Institute for Youth Ministry; 1989 Jim Burns motivates viewers to develop an attitude of thankfulness and discusses the benefits of that attitude. YES, WE CAN 20 min; jh ad; General Board Global Ministries; 1994 Reviews the 1993 Youth empowerment Seminar and shows how the participants put the principle learned into action. YOU CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE series of 4 videos, min. each; jh sh; Word Publ; 1984 Tony Campolo urges youth to make their lives count for Christ. 1. Commitment: Getting Beyond Good Intentions Commitment to Christ is the only commitment of lasting value. 2. Vocation: Setting a Course and Traveling Light You have a responsibility to be where you are most needed. 3. Dating: Turning Your Love Life Over to Jesus Caring for people and giving Christian love 4. Discipleship: Living Life to the Nth Degree Setting time aside to hear the word of God. Getting involved...you need the church and the church needs you.

10 AV LIBRARY GIVEAWAYS MISSIONS, UMCOR, INTERNATIONAL PROJECTS 1 HEIFER PROJECT INTERNATIONAL: PARTNERS WITH PEOPLE 17 min; ye ad; Heifer Project Intl Stories of the work of Heifer Project. HEIFER PROJECT INTERNATIONAL: THE PROMISE 10 min; ye ad; Heifer Project Intl Stories of families in India and Uganda illustrate the work of Heifer Project. Focus is on the lives and dreams of children. LOVE IN ACTION: ONE GREAT HOUR OF SHARING 17 min; guide; jh ad; UMCom; 1989 UMCOR initiatives are made possible through gifts received on this special United Methodist day. NO PLACE TO CALL HOME 26 min; ad; guide; Friendship Press; 1997 Explore the root causes of today s crisis in uprooted people by helping viewers to understand what it means to be displaced from your country or traditional habitat. It tells compelling stories, including individual testimonies, of tremendous courage in the face of almost overwhelming odds, and it bears witness to models of compassionate sharing. Areas covered include Rwanda, Bosnia, and Guatemala. NOT WITHOUT HOPE 45 min; guide; ad; Lutheran Church; 1994 This story picks up after disastrous events (earthquakes, floods, fires, etc.) fade from the public eye. It follows people who must pick up their lives and with God's help find hope and strength to transcend the tragedy. Can be used for a six session study or shown all at once. O GOD, OUR WORDS CANNOT EXPRESS 2 min; ad; jh ad; UMCOR; 2001 Brief overview of UMCOR s assistance during the 9 11 tragedy ONE GREAT HOUR OF SHARING: A RESPONSE OF LOVE 15 min.; guide; jh ad; UMCOR; 1991 Introduces Guy Ames, disaster consultant for UMCOR; Gabriel Habib, general secretary for relief and rehabilitation services; & Nora Kort, a staff member of Catholic Relief Services working in Jerusalem; and areas where people are being helped. ONE HOPE OF YOUR CALLING 25 min; ad; National Council of Churches; 1993 Outlines many of the programs of the National Council of Churches and Church World Service. Good introduction to their work and mission. RITES OF PASSAGE 30 min; jh ad; UNICEF; 1994 Presents the stories of the coming of age of four girls from Nicaragua, India, Jamica, and Burkino Faso. Puberty is too often the beginning of a life of abuse and early death in these and many other societies These stories of survival include government efforts to improve conditions. Secular. WHEN DISASTER STRIKES 10 min; ad; UMCOR; 1995 Introduction to the Catastrophic Disaster Response Team. Explains how the United Methodist Church has become one of the world's fastest organizations in respond to disasters. WINDS OF TERROR, SPIRIT OF HOPE: PALM SUNDAY STORM UPDATE 32 min; adult; UMCOR; 1994 Latest information on tornadoes that swept through several Southern states on Palm Sunday, Includes pictures of devastation and personal accounts of loss in addition to hopeful stories of relief efforts.

11 AV LIBRARY GIVEAWAYS MISSIONS, UMCOR, INTERNATIONAL PROJECTS 2 YOU MAKE A DIFFERENCE: THE REFUGEE MINISTRY OF UMCOR 17 min; sh ad; UMCOR; 1999; How we can make a difference in the lives of refugees through the United Methodist Committee on Relief ministry. YOU MAKE THE DIFFERENCE: THE REFUGEE MINISTRY OF UMCOR 17 min; sh ad; UMCOR; 1999; How we can make a difference in the lives of refugees through the United Methodist Committee on Relief ministry.

12 AV LIBRARY GIVEAWAYS MISSIONS, UMCOR, INTERNATIONAL PROJECTS 3 WHY WE CARE ABOUT. series of videos; 30 mins. each; adult; UMCom; 1992 present AIDS A grandmother confronts her own personal struggle with AIDS, and a pastor reaches out to children suffering from AIDS. AFRICA 1995 BOSNIA There is still hope here. CHILDREN IN CRISIS Help given to street children in Brazil and a Tennessee pastor and his parish reaching out to children in Guatemala. THE CHURCH IN MEXICO Portrays current conditions in Mexico and what the church is doing to help the people. Gives a face to immigration policy. CUBA How Cubans have held onto their faith through 40 years of religious persecution. DISASTER RELIEF FLOODS UMCOR relief efforts following Midwest Floods of Shows continuing need for volunteer and financial aid. Includes Bishops' appeal and short sections for publicity. HISPANICS AND THE CHURCH How can Christians respond to racism and anger toward Hispanics? MIDWESTERN FLOODS MISSIONARIES The changing face and role of missionaries, on the streets of southern California and in Moscow. NATIVE AMERICAN ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT Is gambling the only way Native Americans can overcome the poverty of the reservations? What is the price of an improved economic future for a people of faith? NORTHERN IRELAND The work of Central Belfast Mission in struggle for peace. OKLAHOMA CITY The United Methodist response to the bombing in Oklahoma City. Features three pastors who were involved in aftermath and recovery. OUR CHANGING COMMUNITIES Churches are renewed through serving their changed communities in Texas and in Arizona. REFUGEES The plight of refugees from El Salvador, Ethiopia, and Haiti searching for freedom and peace. RETURN TO DACHAU Light behind gates of terror WOMEN IN PRISON An increase in the number of women and single mothers in prison, motivated United Methodist Women to devise a new form of ministry. YOUTH AT RISK: Looks at three locations where faith empowered people help youth who are at risk. A helpful modeling of programs that show positive effects and how the church can work with the community.

13 AV LIBRARY GIVEAWAYS MISSIONS, UMCOR, INTERNATIONAL PROJECTS 4 INTERNATIONAL PROJECTS AFRICA AFRICA UNIVERSITY: TRANSFORMING LIVES, TRANSFORMING AFRICA 8 min; UMCom Highlights the educating and training ministries provided by Africa University. ONCE UPON A TIME 28 min; all; Maryknoll; 1992 Captures the storytelling tradition of the Kenyans as they pass on their legends and wisdom in a fast changing world. The legacy of diviners, healers, poets, storytellers, and singers is finding a home in the church in Africa. BANGLADESH UMCOR: HELP BRING HOPE TO BANGLADESH 7 min.; jh adult; UMCOR; 1990 Through UMCOR United Methodists are able to react immediately when disaster strikes anywhere in the world. Destruction from excessive rain and the work being done by UMCOR is shown. Makes plea for continued support. CENTRAL AMERICA NEW HOPE IN CENTRAL AMERICA 26 min; guide; adult; Presbyterian; 1990 Views of poverty, war and injustice in Central America. Shows that despite their suffering, the people have growing hopes for peace and justice. Includes: historical background, the influence of the church, and a summary of the political situation. CUBA VOICES OF CUBA 52 mins.; jh adult; Landmark Media Granted rare access into Cuba, Dr. Julian Nava, former U. S. Ambassador to Mexico who witnessed the early Revolution, returns to Cuba after nearly 40 years. This video examines Cuban history, social structure, patriotism, and will to survive against the historical background of Cuban American antagonism. What this eminent Latin American scholar found will be a surprise. GUATEMALA WE ARE GUATEMALANS 28 min; yes; jh ad; Maryknoll Prod; 1995 The story of a group of Guatemalans who went back to their homes after being refugees from the civil war. Tells of years of exile in Mexican refugee camps and the struggle to be accepted in their homeland. HONG KONG/MACAU NO LONGER COLONIES: HONG KONG and MACAU 28 min; jh ad; Maryknoll; 1993 The tourist attractions of Hong Kong and Macau are the last European colonies in China. By the year 2000 both will return to Chinese control. This video looks at the history and prospects, hopes and fears of the people as these capitalist colonies prepare to become part of communist China.

14 AV LIBRARY GIVEAWAYS MISSIONS, UMCOR, INTERNATIONAL PROJECTS 5 KOREA PLANTING SEEDS 12min; ad; guide; UMCom; 1999 This video depicts the ministry of the Korean United Methodist church in the United States, and was produced to show the outreach and growth of these churches and to invite United Methodist congregations to be in partnership through the Advance. LATIN AMERICA SCHOOL OF ASSASSINS 18 min; guide; ad; Maryknoll; 1955 Describes the US Army School of the Americas, which trains Latin American military officers. Contrasts the purpose of the school with the actions of it's graduates. This advocacy film encourages viewers to take political action. NATIVE NORTH AMERICA SPIRIT IN THE CIRCLE 28 min; ad; Anglican Video; 1992 Documents a gathering of First Nations people as they share insights and concerns about native spirituality. It is an effort to recover the rich spiritual and cultural heritage which has been lost through colonization. NEPAL TOMORROW WE WILL FINISH 26 min; jh ad; UNICEF; 1994 Portrays young girls in Nepal who are forced to work 16 hour days weaving rugs to meet high quotas. The friendships that develop among the girls help them deal with the bleak realities of their lives. PERU WHERE LAND IS LIFE 28 min; guide; jh adult; Maryknoll; 1989 Shows the indigenous people of Peru who are reclaiming the land as their birthright. At the same time they are rediscovering traditional methods of agriculture that once made the region the breadbasket of Peru. PUERTO RICO PUERTO RICO: A Caribbean Paradox 70 min; 3 programs; guide; adult; Ecufilm; 1993 A collection of resources introducing Puerto Rico, its people, and its unique political status. Seeks to raise consciousness about Puerto Rico and Caribbean. 1. Puerto Rico: A Caribbean Paradox (27 min) introduction to geography, history and status of the island 2. Puerto Rico: Our Right to Decide (28 min) Political and economic issues. 3. Listen! (16 min) Justice issues in international relations VISION TOWARDS THE FUTURE, A; 12 min; guide; ad; UMCom; 1995 Celebrates the mission and ministry of the Methodist Church in Puerto Rico. Introduces the Bishop, new congregations and mission work.

15 AV LIBRARY GIVEAWAYS MISSIONS, UMCOR, INTERNATIONAL PROJECTS 6 RIO GRANDE RIO GRANDE CONFERENCE 12min; guide; jh ad; UMCom; 1992 Celebrates the fifty mission and ministry projects of the Rio Grande Conference. ROMANIA ROMANIA: OUT OF DARKNESS 20 min; jh ad; American Bible Society; 1991 Tells how Romania's background of political, religious, and social reforms have led Romanians to turn to the Bible for hope as they face an uncertain future. RUSSIA NEW DAY OF HOPE 20 min; jh ad; American Bible Society; 1990 Work of the Russian Bible Society distributing scriptures to Christians in remote areas. Shows the enthusiasm Russian people have for the Bible which has been forbidden since NO LONGER IN CHAINS 25 min; jh ad; American Bible Society; 1990 Documents the hardships endured by Christians of Central Europe and the former Soviet Union, and tells of the new challenges brought by religious freedom. ON HOLY GROUND 20 min; jh ad; Church World Service; 1993 U. S. youth participate in a work camp in Russia. Includes info and theology about the Russian Orthodox Church. TO RUSSIA WITH LOVE 29 min; ad; GBGM; 1998 A presentation by Pulaski Heights UMC, Little Rock, Arkansas of their participation in the Russia Initiative. VENEZUELA RIVER MINISTRY IN EL RENUEVO 20 min; jh adult; SIFAT; 1993 A short opening segment shows the river people of Venuzuela who are served by SIFAT. The El Renuevo project believes that appropriate technology plus Bible study equals practical evangelism. Shows people learning and using low cost, sustainable and available agriculture and improvement technology. VERACRUZ, MEXICO PLACE TO CALL HOME 28 min; jh ad; Maryknoll; 1992 Looks at the lives of young people in Veracruz, Mexico who face the same challenges as those in the US. Features a youth center that offers friendship, counseling and fun. Shows Mexican Christmas celebration. VIETNAM VIETNAM TODAY: THROUGH AMERICAN EYES 21 min; ad; guide; 2001; Friendship Press A group of American Christians visited Vietnam to see the land, to meet the people, and to learn about the work of Church World Service, a ministry of the National Council of the Churches of Christ in the USA, and how through their donations CWS supports health, sanitation, and education projects with the Vietnamese people.

16 AV LIBRARY GIVEAWAYS OUTREACH, ADVOCACY 1 ADDICTION NEW DAY: THEOLOGY AND ADDICTION 16 min; sh ad; Board Global Ministries; 1991 Includes scenes from local communities, statistics on drug use, media myths about addiction, role of the church in bringing healing, and how ethnic traditions and values prevent drug abuse. From 1991 seminar in Columbus, Ohio. WOUNDED HEALER 16 min; guide; jh adult; Franciscan; 1990 Portrays an experience on the recovery journey of an alcoholic priest. Helped by a recovering alcoholic, he struggles for his own recovery. Years later he finds another lonely man and tenderly does for this man what his friend did for him. CHILDREN WHERE DO WE GO FROM HERE: CHAOS OR COMMUNITY? 16 min; ad; Children s Defense Fund; 1995 Excerpts from a worship service held at the 1995 Freedom School in Townsend, TN. Features Marion Wright Edelman, Dr. Samuel Proctor, Dr. James Forbes, Jr., and others. COMMUNITY OH HAPPY DAY 10 min; guide; jh ad; Mass Media; 1974 Mime, symbolism, and music ("Oh Happy Day") are used to celebrate the contagion of liberating love. A loving street sweeper sees the sidewalk not only as work but a place for ministry. A ROADSIDE VIEW 15 min; ad; guide; National Ministries American Baptist Churches; 1992 Designed to challenge viewers to greater involvement in their communities. Filmed in Los Angeles after the rioting that followed the Rodney King trial verdict. Good discussion starter. DEPRESSION WARNING SIGNS: HOW TO HELP SOMEONE WHO IS SUICIDAL 20 min; ad; guide; 2001; Paraclete Press Each year, approximately 30,000 people kill themselves in the United States. Suicide is often a preventable tragedy. The key to suicide prevention is knowing what the warning signs are and what to do to help. This video covers 1) depression and its connection with suicide, 2) signs that a person is suicidal, 3) the groups most at risk for suicide, and 4) do s and don ts for helping a person in crisis. DISABILITIES THE WIDENING CIRCLE 26 min; guide; adult; UMCom; 1994 Shows how churches can involve physically and mentally challenged people in the full life of the congregation. It shows two UM congregations that have innovative programs that embrace persons with handicapping conditions.

17 AV LIBRARY GIVEAWAYS OUTREACH, ADVOCACY 2 DIVERSITY TALE OF "O": ON BEING DIFFERENT 27 min; guide; adult; Goodmeasure Inc; 1979 A training tool for managing diversity. Video is a portion of total training program. One of the most effective videos on diversity ever made. WEALTH, INOVATION & DIVERSITY Putting Our Differences to Work in the 21 st Century 31 min; ad; guide; Joel Barker Production; 2000 This is not your typical diversity program. This program illustrates that diversity is not just the right thing to do, it s the source of most potential. Vivid storytelling and beautiful locations will capture every viewer s attention. EDUCATION BLACK COLLEGE FUND: SUPPORTING LEADERSHIP FOR LIFE jh ad; guide; UMCom; 2001 This video will promote Black College Fund apportionment. ENVIRONMENT WAKE UP, DOROTHY 10 min; guide; oe jh; Evangelical Lutheran Church; 1992 A message about Christian environmental stewardship. Set in an urban environment and told in a rap like narrative by inner city youth, the theme is that the natural environment is a gift of God. Faithful response is to "tend the garden" as good stewards. EUTHANASIA RIGHT TO DIE...THE CHOICE IS YOURS 14 min; guide; adult; Society for Right to Die; 1987 Explores painful and traumatic decisions about prolonging life or refusing treatment and offers suggestions and guidelines about legal rights. Sensitively discusses legal, medical and ethical issues. Secular. FREEDOM MAMA SAID NEVER 45 min; guide; jh ad; Iowa Religious Media; 1993 A play about peace, freedom and human dignity and how they affect the lives of young people. Four stories deal with issues of freedom. Includes scripts for class use. Secular. GENDER EQUALITY STAND TOGETHER WITH WOMEN 19 min; jh adult; World Council of Churches; 1991 Tells the story of women's contributions to church and society throughout the world. Women are seen engaged in struggle and achievement. An ideal resource for understanding the challenge of being in solidarity with women.

18 AV LIBRARY GIVEAWAYS OUTREACH, ADVOCACY 3 HISPANIC MINISTRY PENTECOST SPIRIT 10 min; ad; UMCom; 1995 Produced by the National Plan for Hispanic Ministries, this film explains the goals and shows models for ministry with Hispanic people. Filmed in diverse community which includes a Hispanic population in Arkansas. HOMELESSNESS NO PLACE LIKE HOME 53 min; The National Council of Churches; 1987 Americans without a home. They live in your neighborhood. On the streets. In welfare hotels. In temporary shelters. Sometimes in the private refuge of hidden corners known only to themselves. They have lost everything. Jobs. Homes. Families. Dignity. Perhaps even hope. There is no place left to go there is no place like home. This video is the story of these Americans the poor, the unemployed, disabled people, working families, single women with children. A story told in their own words to reveal the misery and magnitude of homelessness. It is a story of courage. HUMAN SPIRIT PICKING UP THE PIECES: BROKEN PEOPLE SERVING A BROKEN WORLD 25 min; guide; sh ad; Intravarsity; 1990 A challenge to the idea that God can't use us to help others. Shows people who have experienced trauma, abuse and brokenness. We learn about their struggles to allow God to love and heal them and how scripture empowered them. WITH JUST A LITTLE TRUST 15 min; guide; Franciscan Communications; 1975 An elderly black woman, her feet swollen with arthritis marches with pride and determination through an urban ghetto. This, and gospel music, set the tone for a film that is a moving tribute to the indefatigability of the human spirit. The woman is on her way to help her daughter, a widow with three children, with after work chores. The mother bolsters her daughter s sagging spirit in the face of what appears to be insurmountable obstacles. IDENTITY STONES OF PROMISE 120 min, 13 sessions; guide; all adult; Graded Press; 1992 Presents concerns and issues of African American family life and provides links between past, present and future. Helps families improve skills in preserving and communicating cultural traditions, values, beliefs, rituals and spiritual insights. Participants examine sources of identity, spiritual bonding and relationships. TALE OF TWO MOSQUES 30 min; guide; jh adult; Arabeel Prod; 1984 The life and evolution of a Muslim community in Canada. The search for a redefined sense of Islamic identity. How do immigrants participate fully in North American life while at the same time preserving their heritage, values and lifestyle?

19 AV LIBRARY GIVEAWAYS OUTREACH, ADVOCACY 4 JUSTICE RESTORATIVE JUSTICE: FOR VICTIMS, COMMUNITIES AND OFFENDERS 25 min; adult; University of Minnesota Criminal and juvenile justice systems tend to be entirely offender focused. Victims receive little assistance and have less input into the process of justice. NATIVE AMERICAN STEREOTYPES PEOPLE, NOT MASCOTS 29 min; jh adult; guide; United Church of Christ; 1992 Examines the effect of negative stereotypes perpetuated by sports teams whose names denigrate Native Americans. Helps to build sensitivity to the feelings of others and understanding of other cultures. OLDER ADULTS PORTRAITS OF AGE 30 min; adult; UN Dept. of Information; 1998 Six vignettes of older persons around the world illustrate the gifts of older adults as well as concerns related to the themes of this study. Each segment features an older adult in a different country and cam be used by itself or the entire video can be used at one time as an introduction to the global dimensions of issues related to aging populations. Created for the International Year of Older Persons (1999), this video illustrates the basic UN Principles: measure that would guarantee continuing: independence, participation, care, self fulfillment and dignity in old age. These lively older adults will bring the study to life. PEACE SONGS AND SIGNS OF PEACE & JUSTICE 30 min; all; Credence Cassettes; 1992 Several peace and justice songs and their signing are taught to a group of children by a clown. TRUCE IN THE FOREST 40 min; guide; oe adult; Concordia; 1986 On Christmas Eve, 1944, during the Battle of the Bulge, a woman is determined to remember and celebrate the birth of Jesus. Through her persistence the opposing troops lay down their weapons in honor of Christ s birth. Based on a real event, this story dramatizes "love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you." POVERTY WOMEN AND CHILDREN FIRST 24 min; guide; ad; Church Women United; 1995 A faith based perspective on welfare reform. Workshop design will: Identify myths about the welfare system and stereotypes of those on welfare. Promote facts about welfare and poverty. Challenge participants to wrestle with the role of government, church, and individuals in eliminating poverty. Enable people of faith to become more effective advocates in addressing poverty.

20 AV LIBRARY GIVEAWAYS OUTREACH, ADVOCACY 5 WORLD TRADE ORGANIZATION: THE WHOLE WORLD IN WHOSE HANDS? 20 min; adult; Women s Division of GBGM; 2000 This new video focuses on the role of the World Trade Organization (WTO) in decisions that affect the everyday lives of persons around the world. Special attention is given to how national debt in many countries has led to forced restructure of nation s economies with harmful effects to social services that assist children, women and families. Jubilee 2000 is highlighted. RACISM NOT IN OUR TOWN 27min; ad; Working Group; 1993 A look at Billings, Montan,a and how they view racial problems in their town. A PEACE FROM OUR HEARTS 50 min; guide; jh ad; Iowa Religious Media; 1992 A play which examines children's feelings about racial bias and the nature of prejudice. Set in an Oklahoma classroom during the Persian Gulf war. Includes scripts for class use. Secular. PREJUDICE: DIVIDING THE DREAM 25 min; guide; jh ad; Dystar TV; 1993 Designed to help us honestly face the distressing elements of prejudice by offering perspectives on its causes and suggesting possible remedies. Victims reveal their suffering and explain their hopes. Shows cultural diversity workshop, a study of African American children and a camp where teens find understanding and common ground. RACISM IN ADVERTISING: FROM FRITO BANDITO TO POWER MASTER 14 min; guide; sh ad; Ecufilm; 1991 Reviews the historic neglect and mistreatment of people of color in advertising; examines current practice and the need for improvement. RACISM IN THE NEWS 23 min; guide; sh adult; Ecufilm; 1991 How news content impacts a world view toward people of color. Focus is on the historic progression of news coverage of people of color and contemporary examples of how news reports reinforce negative stereotypes. TRUE COLORS 19 min; guide; jh adult; MTI Films; (ABC Prime time) Film follows two college educated men in their mid thirties, one black, one white, as they involve themselves in a variety of everyday situations to test levels of prejudice based on skin colors. The results are unsettling and thought provoking. YOU CAN'T DO IT ALONE: FIGHTING RACISM min sessions; guide; jh ad; Evangelical Lutheran Church; 1994 Designed to help young adults respond to issues of racism in our society. Extensive study guide. 1. God's Intention for Wholeness and Diversity 2. The Reality of Human Brokenness 3. Oppression: Through Another's Eyes 4. A New Model: Jesus Frees Us 5. Dismantling the Cube: Fighting Racism 6. Freed in Christ: Celebrating Our New Identity

21 AV LIBRARY GIVEAWAYS OUTREACH, ADVOCACY 6 RELIGIOUS TOLERANCE WORLD GOD LOVES 38 min; guide; jh adult; 2100 Productions; 1993 Eight segments describe cultures, religions, and people throughout the world. Message is the need for Christians to reach out to those who have not heard of Jesus Christ. Good Confirmation resource. Segments focus on: 1. World Overview 4 min 2. World Religions 3 min 3. Hinduism 4 min 4. Buddhism 3 min 5. Islam 5 min 6. Children and Youth 4 min 7. The Poor 10 min 8. Urbanization 4 min WORLDVIEW BOUTIQUE: THE GOSPEL IN A PLURALISTIC WORLD 25 min; guide; jh adult; Inter Varsity Prod; 1990 In a pluralistic culture that values tolerance as its chief virtue and considers all world views as equally valid, how can Christians proclaim that Christ is unique and the only way to God? How to accept and appreciate people yet live with conviction. SEXUALITY ON BEING GAY 80 min; jh ad; TRB Productions; 1986 Can be used in two 40 min sessions. Sensitive exploration of what it means to be gay. Brian McNaught talks with honesty, enthusiasm and authority about the fallacies, the facts, and the feelings of being gay in a straight world. Includes discussion of biblical references to homosexuality. Some frank language. OUT IN THE OPEN 28 min; sh ad; guide; Intervarsity; 1989 Plain talk about sex from young adults who speak candidly to their peers about their personal struggles, and the strength and healing they've found in Christ. Designed to foster open discussions about sex and sexuality. TRUTH ABOUT ALEX 30 min; jh ad; Learning Corp. America; 1983 An eloquent tale of friendship as well as an understanding of the difficulties faced by young homosexuals, their families and their friends. When it's discovered that high school football star Alex is gay, his best friend Brad courageously supports him. Despite tremendous social and personal pressures, the two demonstrate that true friendship is an exceptional blessing at any cost. SINGLES REACH OUT TO SINGLES 30 min; guide; adult; Presbyterian; 1984 Three leaders in Singles ministry explore these issues: stereotypes, myths, needs, language, who single adults are. STEREOTYPES STILL KILLING US SOFTLY 30 min. jh adult; Cambridge Documentary; 1990 Facts, insight, humor and commitment shed light on the unrealistic images of women, men, and youth as depicted in contemporary advertising.

22 AV LIBRARY GIVEAWAYS SPIRITUAL GROWTH, PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT 1 HOPE HAS ITS REASONS 2 vols. 90 min ea; ad; guide; Dallas Christian Video; 1998 Does it really make a difference to follow Christ? Explore what it really means to be a follower of Christ. Vol. 1 Facing the Mess Vol. 4 Wounded Healers Vol. 2 Freedom to Live Vol. 5 The Process of Change Vol. 3 The Power to Change Vol. 6 The Battle HOW TO PRAY 90 min; ad; guide; Nelson Word; 1999 Our prayer life is most significant in our lives, but do we know how to do this. Dr. Ronnie Floyd, a featured speaker on Invitation To Life, takes us through prayer basic training, a step by step approach to not only knowing how but also how to teach others to pray by covering such topics as: Three obstacles to overcome before prayer can be effective How to pray according to God s will Why people don t pray Learning to pray for each other THE PROMOTION 11 min; ad; Franciscan; 1993 A young couple examines the connectedness between success and loss when they try to decide if a promotion is really worth it. QUANTUM CONNECTION 21 min; jh ad; Intervarsity; 1989; guide Challenges the belief that 20th Century scientific discoveries support New Age and Eastern thought. Scholars and Physicists affirm the biblical view of reality that continues to provide a framework for scientific exploration. ROUGH EDGES 24 min; jh adult; Tricord Pictures; 1993 An upbeat story about an unexpected encounter between two women who have little in common but share the love of Christmas. Excellent Christmas program for women's groups. SIMON THE CROSS BEARER; A REMEMBRANCE OF THE DAY CHRIST DIED 39 min; jh ad; 2002; Simon Ministries Ray McDougle portrays Simon, the cross bearer. He portrays how Simon felt after carrying Jesus s cross. STANDING IN THE NEED OF PRAYER four min programs; guide; adult; UMCom; 1985 Dr. Martha Rowlett discusses the spiritual relationship with God and how it can grow through prayer. 1. "How Can We Think About God?" (28 min.) new ways of imaging God. 2. "How Can We Think About Prayer?" (23 min.) human friendship expands our understanding of God. 3. "How Can We Pray?" (35 min.) the forms of Christian prayer through the centuries: praise, confession, intercession, petition, meditative scripture reading, and silence or contemplation. 4. "What Difference Does Prayer Make?" (20 min.) prayer contributes to spiritual growth and makes a difference in the world. STILL, SMALL VOICE 60 min; adult; Mass Media; 1993 An examination of mysticism in the modern world. Religious leaders and scholars from various faiths and nine countries explore mysticism from historic and religious perspectives, while three persons tell their experiences.

23 AV LIBRARY GIVEAWAYS SPIRITUAL GROWTH, PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT 2 SPIRITUAL LIFE, series of 2 videos; 13 lessons; guide; adult; Graded Press; 1986 Cokesbury adult curriculum resource. Additional study and leader books available from Cokesbury. Challenges adults to look for special opportunities to grow spiritually everyday. Promotes individual spiritual growth. 1. "Spiritual Hunger" Identifies the desire for contact and connection with God. "Transformation" Being changed into new creatures in Christ. "Discipline" Consistency enables us to persist in our spiritual growth. 2. "Vocation" Spiritual life is lived daily in a variety of ways. "Relationships" Relationships within the world and with God. "Social Holiness" Living in our communities, our nation and the world. TALKING ABOUT GOD series of 7, min ea; ad; guide; UMCOM 1998 This series raises important questions about God and provides responses from a variety of people who think about God a lot: theologians, pastors, a rabbi, a teacher of disabled children and others. Some of the names you may recognize Marcus Borg, Burton Visotzky, Janet Wolf, James Cone, Bill Hinson and more. Vol. 1 What s Your Experience of God? Vol. 4 Where Is God in Your Life? Vol. 2. How Do You Talk About God? Vol. 5 What Is God Doing? Vol. 3 Who Are You to God? Vol. 6 Whose Side Is God On? Vol. 7 How Can Believers Live Together? TEACH ME TO PRAY 60 min, 4 segments; adult; Graded Press; 1987 Cokesbury curriculum resource. No text required. Too many people doubt their ability to pray or God's willingness to answer their prayers. Dr. Mouzon Biggs guides viewers to develop a personal relationship with God through prayer. Learn the importance of knowing how to pray and how to develop a consistent and fulfilling prayer life. 1. "I Don't Have to be Alone": Starting to pray; feeling alone; God's forgiveness 2. "Being Close Is Hard Work": Praying hard; prayer time; being open to God; listening to God. 3. "What Better Teacher than Jesus": The Lord's Prayer: a family prayer; 4. "A Prayer for Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow": Prayer begins and returns to God; developing confidence in the future; helping prayer come true. THREAD OF PROMISE 15 min; guide; jh adult; 2100 Productions; 1993 Traces the Biblical call to servanthood from Genesis through Revelation. By tracing God's plan for God's people, the video gives a clear picture of the Christian's call to mission. TREASURES 22 min; jh adult; Family Films; 1978 Allegory about a self satisfied man who attempts to take all his treasures into the Kingdom. Even when he lightens his load by abandoning his over burdened trailer, he still struggles with his most prized possessions. People with lighter loads pass him by and he ignores those without loads or treasures. WHEN TEMPERS FLARE: A GUIDE TO UNDERSTANDING AND MANAGING ANGER 30 min; jh adult; Paraclete; 2004 Anger is an emotion that is often expressed in extremes. Some people avoid showing anger at all costs while others explode in rage and even violence. Both approaches can have detrimental effects on physical and emotional health. When Tempers Flare explores why and how we experience anger and offers practical strategies for expressing anger in constructive, rather than destructive ways.