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Films and Lectures

 Films and Lectures

 
The Asphalt Gospel 
A 90 minute documentary film by Scott Griessel produced by Crosswalk America. It tells the story of six ordinary people determined to spread a message of compassion and inclusion in the midst of the intolerance of the Christian Right. Join them as they walk to Washington, D.C. and share their surprising and moving story of hope. The Asphalt Gospelmay be viewed in its entirety or used in a study format of five one-hour sessions with a discussion guide (downloadable from www.livingthequestions.com).
 
 
                                     

Celebrate What’s Right With The World
Dewitt Jones, one of America’s top photographers, asks: Do we choose to see possibilities? Do we really believe they're there?
Key concepts include: “Believe it and you’ll see,” “Recognize abundance,” “Look for possibilities,” “Unleash your energy to fix what’s wrong,” “Ride the changes,” “Take yourself to the edge,” “Be your best for the world.”
This program provides practical guidelines for applying the key concepts, even in the face of crisis and challenges. Stunning photography and powerful dialogue help viewers approach their lives with celebration, confidence, and grace. Visit: www.starthrower.com
 
 
 
Father Matthew Presents The Sacraments
 

DVD. 32 minutes. The eight sacraments described with brevity and wit by Fr. Matthew Moretz, priest in the Episcopal Church, Rye, NY. See samples on www.youtube.com/fathermatthew.
 
 
 
 



For the Bible Tells Me So

DVD. 90 minute film. The story of five Christian families and their realization of having a gay child. Informed by Bishop Desmond Tutu, Harvard's Peter Gomes, Orthodox Rabbi Steve Greenberg and the Reverend Jimmy Creech, this video offers healing, clarity and understanding to anyone caught in the crosshairs of scripture and sexual identity. (To be used by small home groups only. Ask about the details.)








Jesus For the Non Relgious

DVD. A 70 minute lecture by Bishop John Spong. It’s an academic presentation, grounded, passionate, humorous, moving.

 

 

 

Scared Sacred: A Film by Velcrow Ripper
In a world teetering on the edge of self-destruction, award-winning filmmaker Velcrow Ripper sets out on a unique pilgrimage. Visiting the ‘ground zeros’ of the planet, he asks if it’s possible to find hope in the darkest moments of human history. The powerful documentary captures his five-year odyssey to discover if humanity can transform the ‘scared’ into the ‘sacred’. In each place, he unearths unforgettable stories of survival, ritual, resilience and recovery. This film is an exquisite portrait of a search for meaning in times of turmoil, a luminous gift to a world in shadows.
Produced by Scared Sacred Films in co-production with the National Film Board of Canada. The diocese has purchased the film with circulation rights; in VHS format, runs 105 minutes. 



This Dust of Words a film by Bill Rose.
Thirty years after he last saw her, A Stanford English professor finds mystery and wonder in the life of a former student and in her death. For more details click FLYER
 
 









TOPAHDEWIN - The Gladys Cook Story
Gladys Cook survived physical and sexual abuse, discrimination, poverty and addiction to become a highly respected elder, teacher and healer who has received Canada’s top honors for her contributions to her community and country. Anglican Video, 2005; 55 minutes with study guide. Available in video or DVD format. Preview available from Anglican video, click here.
 
 
  
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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To find out which resources are available and for what periods, please contact Bettina Gruver, Diocesan Program Coordinator, in the Synod Office at 604 684-6306 ext 226, or by email, bgruver@vancouver.anglican.ca
 
She will be happy to help!