Video
Matthew 1:1–16: The Genealogy of Jesus Christ
The video "Matthew 1:1–16: The Genealogy of Jesus Christ," available on YouTube (2:19), is an animation of the lineage of Jesus that shows his connection to the tribe of Judah (see 0:18). It is used on day 3.
Video
Upon This Rock I’m Gonna Build My Church
The song "Upon This Rock I’m Gonna Build My Church," by Judith Gayle and Shamar Barrett, available on YouTube (4:33), makes a personal statement about faith in a Caribbean style. It is best used on day 4.
Video
Tradition – Who We Are
A brief explanation of tradition versus Tradition.
A short video about how Catholic traditions that have been handed down help God reveal himself to us.
Video
The Gift of Catholic Education: A Treasure to Inherit
A personal story about Catholic education.
Video
Unity Under Christ
A personal story about being open in sharing our faith and receiving the faith of others.
Video
The Holy Spirit Is Always at Work
A personal story about the constant work of the Holy Spirit.
Video
Find the Source of Salvation
A personal story about the mission of the Church to share the good news of salvation with others.
Document
Being versus Doing
A scripture passage from the Gospel of Luke about Martha and Mary is read along with a commentary, and is followed by large group discussion questions.
Document
Sr. Thea: Her Own Story
A list of discussion questions from the video Sr. Thea: Her Own Story.
Document
A Call to Priestly Ministry
This resource is a discussion guide and worksheet about the call to priestly ministry based on the film clip from There Be Dragons.
Video
30th Anniversary of John Paul II’s Assassination Attempt
A video explaining the assassination attempt on Pope Saint John Paul II's life.
Video
What About the Bad Popes?
A short video on how the Church is good, even though there have been bad popes.
Video
Leading with Humility: Pope Francis Blesses a Man with a Disability
A video clip of Pope Francis stopping to bless a man with a disability.
Video
Jesus and Mary Compared to Adam and Eve
A brief clip on the similarities and differences between Adam and Eve, and Jesus and the Blessed Virgin Mary.
Video
Does Excommunication Condemn Someone to Hell?
A brief discussion on if excommunication condemns someone to Hell.
Video
Can Non-Catholic Christians Receive Communion in the Catholic Church?
A short discussion on if non-Catholic Christians can receive Communion in the Catholic Church.
Video
Did the Emperor Constantine Found the Catholic Church?
A short video segment on the early Church, and Emperor Constantine's role in it.
