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REDUCED PRICE NOW Word on Fire Bible (Volume 1): The Gospels – Paperback

Four years in the making, The Word on Fire Bible is a groundbreaking new series introducing readers to the strange, colorful world of the Bible.
It was designed to appeal not just to Christians but to non-believers, searchers, and those with far more questions than answers. It doesn’t presume any experience with the Bible, catering to those unfamiliar with its many events and characters, while still providing rich insights to even the most biblically literate.
It’s a cathedral in print, the highest-quality Catholic Bible ever produced for mass distribution.
Inside this first volume of the series, you’ll find the four Gospels surrounded by illuminating artwork and helpful commentary from Bishop Robert Barron, the Church Fathers, and some of the greatest saints, mystics, artists, and scholars throughout history, allowing the story of Jesus Christ to shine with new clarity and splendor.
You’ll discover insights from John Chrysostom, Augustine, Thomas Aquinas, John Henry Newman, G.K. Chesterton, Thérèse of Lisieux, Fulton Sheen, John Paul II, and many other teachers in the way of the Spirit.
The translation used in The Word on Fire Bible is the New Revised Standard Version: Catholic Edition (NRSV-CE), which has received wide acclaim from academics and Church leaders. It stands out because of its accuracy and readability, being as literal as possible yet as free as necessary to make the meaning clear in graceful, understandable English. It’s a wonderful translation—both for those who have never read the Bible and for those who have studied it for years.

Publisher: Word on Fire
Page Count: 592
ISBN: 978-1943243-55-6

REDUCED PRICE NOW Catholicism: The Pivotal Players DVDs by Bishop Barron

Bishop Barron is on a new journey to unlock the truth behind the Catholic Church’s most influential people. 

You’ll discover the places where St. Thomas Aquinas lived, learned, and wrote. Visit the countryside where St. Francis gathered a group of friars and revived the Church. See the places where St. Catherine of Siena ministered and prayed. Trek through England to where Bl. John Henry Newman and G.K. Chesterton left their mark and sparked an English Catholic revival. And through unprecedented HD footage, marvel at the extraordinary art of Michelangelo, from his David statue in Florence, to the Pietà at St. Peter’s, to the Sistine Chapel.

The box set includes six DVDs, one on each of the Pivotal Players. Each episode runs 50-60 minutes. English and Spanish subtitles and audio are included as configurable options.

These DVDs are in PAL format which will play on Region 2 DVD players.

“Again, Bishop Barron outdid himself in presenting these giants of our faith in an illuminating and attractive way – 5 stars!”

A Quick Journey Through The Bible (Jeff Cavins and Sarah Christmyer) DVD Box Set

A Quick Journey Through the Bible is an excellent way to launch a parish Bible study program or to build interest in adult faith formation. This simple, accessible program in 8 lessons uses the Bible Timeline learning system to give people a useful framework from which to read and understand the Bible. Jeff Cavins takes a chronological walk through the Bible story in a way that reveals God’s plan for His Creation; what went wrong at the beginning; and how God worked through history to reconcile his lost children to Himself while building His kingdom..

St. Augustine & St. Benedict – Study Guide

The Study Guide for the The Pivotal Players: St. Augustine & St. Benedict film series is the best way to immerse yourself fully into the lives of these holy men. It contains detailed commentary on the film, as well as “Questions for Understanding” based on the presentation, Scripture, and the Catechism of the Catholic Church.  Also included are “Questions for Application” to help connect the material to your own life and experience and the suggested answers to the questions.

Whether you use it for personal formation or host a complete Study Program for your parish or group, you’ll go deeper with the following experts on these two Pivotal Players:

  • Chad C. Pecknold, Ph. D, Associate Professor of Systematic Theology at The Catholic University of America (St. Augustine)
  • Abbott Jeremy Driscoll, O.S.B., Benedictine abbott and internationally renowned author and lecturer (St. Benedict)

The Study Guide commentary was written under the direction and approval of Bishop Barron. 

SESSION TITLES: 

1) St. Augustine – Part 1

2) St. Augustine – Part 2

3) St. Benedict – Part 1

4) St. Benedict – Part 2 

St. Augustine & St. Benedict – Leader Guide (Pivotal Players 2)

CATHOLICISM:  The Pivotal Players is a multi-part series that illumines a handful of saints, artists, mystics, and scholars who not only shaped the life of the Church but changed the course of western civilization.  This short study focuses on two incredible saints from the fourth and fifth centuries:  St. Augustine of Hippo and St. Benedict of Nursia. 

The Leader’s Guide includes the Facilitator’s Guide, all 4 lessons from the participant’s Study Guide, and an Answer Key for the Questions for Understanding. The Facilitator’s Guide details how to plan, promote, and present the study. 

For group study, you can present the program in 4-5 sessions of 60-90 minutes each.  Each session should include video viewing and group discussion of Study Guide questions. All study coordinators or group facilitators can also register for free training webinars.

The Study Guide contains detailed commentary on the film, as well as “Questions for Understanding” based on the presentation, Scripture, and the Catechism of the Catholic Church.  Also included are “Questions for Application” to help connect the material to your own life and experience and the suggested answers to the questions.

Whether you use it for personal formation or host a complete Study Program for your parish or group, you’ll go deeper with the following experts on these two Pivotal Players:

  • Chad C. Pecknold, Ph. D, Associate Professor of Systematic Theology at The Catholic University of America (St. Augustine)
  • Abbott Jeremy Driscoll, O.S.B., Benedictine abbott and internationally renowned author and lecturer (St. Benedict)

The Study Guide commentary was written under the direction and approval of Bishop Barron. 

SESSION TITLES: 

1) St. Augustine – Part 1

2) St. Augustine – Part 2

3) St. Benedict – Part 1

4) St. Benedict – Part 2 

Bishop Robert Barron The Mass Study Guide

Each workbook features a matte finish that is soft to the touch, non-glare, and scuff-resistant. Its flat binding is both sturdy and sleek, sure to withstand many uses, as well as look elegant on your bookshelf.

Each lesson in the Guide provides detailed commentary on Bishop Barron’s video and “Questions for Understanding” based on the video, Scripture, and the Catechism of the Catholic Church. The “Questions for Application” in each lesson aid in connecting the material to our own lives and experiences.

The study commentary was written by Elizabeth Scalia, a popular author, editor, and speaker, under the direction of Bishop Barron.  Ms. Scalia is also a Benedictine oblate and managing editor of the Catholic Portal at Patheos.com.

 Participants read the commentary in their Study Guide and prepare the questions before the small group discussion. This preparation can be accomplished either before or after viewing the video.

SESSION TITLES:

1. A Privileged Encounter

2. Called Out of the World

3. God Speaks our Story

4. Responding to Our God

5. Preparing for Sacrifice

6. The Real Presence Creates Communion

Bishop Robert Barron The Mass Leader Guide

Probe more deeply into Bishop Barron’s message using the The Mass companion Leader Guide.

The Leader’s Guide includes the Facilitator’s Guide, all six lessons from the participant’s Study Guide, and an Answer Key for the Questions for Understanding.  The Facilitator’s Guide details how to plan, promote, and present the study. Each workbook features a matte finish that is soft to the touch, non-glare, and scuff-resistant. Its flat binding is both sturdy and sleek, sure to withstand many uses, as well as look elegant on your bookshelf.

For group study, you can present the program in six or seven sessions of 60-90 minutes.  Each session should include video viewing and group discussion of Study Guide questions.  All study coordinators or group facilitators can also register for free training webinars.

Each lesson in the Guide provides detailed commentary on Bishop Barron’s video and “Questions for Understanding” based on the video, Scripture, and the Catechism of the Catholic Church. The “Questions for Application” in each lesson aid in connecting the material to our own lives and experiences.

The study commentary was written by Elizabeth Scalia, a popular author, editor, and speaker, under the direction of Bishop Barron.  Ms. Scalia is also a Benedictine oblate and managing editor of the Catholic Portal at Patheos.com.

 Participants read the commentary in their Study Guide and prepare the questions before the small group discussion. This preparation can be accomplished either before or after viewing the video.

SESSION TITLES:

1. A Privileged Encounter

2. Called Out of the World

3. God Speaks our Story

4. Responding to Our God

5. Preparing for Sacrifice

6. The Real Presence Creates Communion

DAVID THE KING – STUDY GUIDE

Probe more deeply into Bishop Barron’s message by using this David the King companion Study Guide. Each workbook features a matte finish that is soft to the touch, non-glare, and scuff-resistant. Its flat binding is both sturdy and sleek, sure to withstand many uses, as well as look elegant on your bookshelf. The Study Guide was written by  Dr. Jacob Wood and compiled under the direction and approval of Bishop Barron.

Each section of the study guide provides a detailed commentary on the DVD and “Questions for Understanding” based on the DVD presentation, Scripture and the Catechism of the Catholic Church. Each section also includes “Questions for Reflection” that help you connect the material to your own life and experience.

 For group study, you can present the program in seven 90-minute sessions. Each session includes DVD viewing and small group discussion of Study Guide questions. Participants should read the commentary in the study guide and prepare the questions before the small group discussion. This preparation can be accomplished either before or after they view the DVD, as the commentary in each lesson is very detailed.

SESSION TITLES:

1. The Law of the Gift

2. Your Servant is Listening

3. Warrior of God

4. Gathered in Jerusalem

5. The House of David

6. Absolom, My Son!

Bishop Barron: David the King DVD Box

David is the paradigmatic king in the Old Testament. His kingship recalls that of Adam in the Garden of Eden, and yet it points toward the King par excellence, Jesus Christ. In this two DVD set Bishop Barron helps us to understand this pivotal figure in light of the first king and the King of kings.

Adam was the first king and steward of the rightly ordered Garden of Eden. He was called to govern the garden according to God’s mind and purpose, but by allowing negative influences to wreak havoc on Eden, he did not fulfill his kingly responsibility. Long after Adam, David emerged as the definitive king who would restore order in the Garden and bring the world under the lordship of God. But like Adam, David fell, and his reign ushered in a succession of compromised kings and rejected prophets.

The New Testament, however, foretold a son of David who would realize the fullness of Israelite kingship…but whose actual reign defied expectation. 

King David causes us to look back toward Adam’s kingship and forward toward Christ the King, seeing Christ as the fulfillment of the Davidic line and the realization of the Kingdom of God on earth.

2 disc set with audio & subtitles available in English or Spanish

DISC ONE

1. The Law of the Gift – 22:53

2. Your Servant is Listening – 21:20

3. Warrior of God – 24:06

DISC TWO

1. Gathered in Jerusalem – 20:35

2. The House of David – 20:50

3. Absolom, My Son! – 25:27

PRIEST, PROPHET, KING LEADER’S GUIDE

The Leader’s Guide includes:

– Facilitator guide
– Six Lessons
– Answer Key

The Priest, Prophet, King Study Program presents the Old Testament foreshadowing of each of Jesus’ three offices as priest, prophet and king and then describes how Jesus is the fulfillment of each as seen in the New Testament.

The six lessons are as follows:
1. Adoratio: Adam as Priest
2. The High Priest
3. Challenging False Worship: Elijah the Prophet
4. The Word Made Flesh
5. Ordering the Kingdom: King David
6. King of Kings

Each small group discussion leader should have the leader’s guide and each participant should have his/her own copy of the study guide.
A complete session plan and other program advice is outlined in the facilitator’s guide, which is part of the leader’s guide. Each DVD segment is 20 minutes long and the discussion should be planned for 60-70 minutes, so each lesson can be covered in a total of 90 minutes.