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Consuming Hunger: Getting the Story

Type: VHS
Author: BBC/Catholic Foreign Mission Society of America
( General , Global , Hunger , Media/Technology , Mission , Television )

Why did it take so long for Western TV to cover the famine? Documentary about how television documented famine in Ethiopia, the struggle to get the story aired, and a look at the problem of the difficulty in getting famine stories aired.

Consuming Hunger: Selling the Feeling

Type: VHS
Author: BBC/Catholic Foreign Mission Society of America
( General , Global , Homeless , Hunger , Media/Technology , Television )

What did the Hands Across America megaevent tell us about hunger in America and how were the images of our own homeless and hungry used?

Consuming Hunger: Shaping the Image

Type: VHS
Author: BBC/Catholic Foreign Mission Society of America
( General , Global , Hunger , Media/Technology , Television )

What happened to the images of starving Africans once they became part of our television culture?

Creating Visual Imagery in Worship

Type: BOOK
Author: Brown, Rosemary
( Art/Religion , General , Media/Technology , Visioning , Worship )

Suggestions to include visual elements in large and small gatherings, with all ages, for small chapels, out-of-doors, large churches, and even rooms not identified as worship spaces previously.

Dateline Jerusalem

Type: VHS
Author: Lewis, Martyn, reporter
( Church History , Easter , General , Good Friday , History , Holy Week , Lent , Media/Technology , Modern/Contemporary , Television )

2 videos (and companion guide with questions) covering the trial, crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus as TV news would cover it today. Each video has four 15-min. segments. What if Jesus had been born in the media age? The Passover period are covered by an anchor, special correspondents, reporters and special interviewees (a masked Judas Iscariot, Ciaphas' spokesman, special analysts, etc.) Uses today's words to recast the story, see the players slant the story to fit their notions, and...

Family, Community & Media Values - Teleconference

Type: VHS
Author: Nat'l Council of Churches of Christ
( Culture , Ethics , General , Media/Technology , Values/Ethics )

Teleconference from May 6, 1997. Panel discussion around Media literacy and some of the social issues represented in today's media that can act as a springboard for discussion in your family and your community.

Have I Told You Lately…? Preaching to Help People and Churches Grow

Type: BOOK
Author: Harding, Dr. Joe A.
( General , Media/Technology , Pastoral Skills , Preaching , Sermon Helps )

This book equips pastors to preach in a media-oriented day and age.

Introduction to UMTV.ORG

Type: VHS
Author: UMComm
( Films/Movies/Video Cameras , General , Media/Technology , Technology , Television , United Methodist )

Great introduction to UMTV.ORG, which is a program from the United Methodist Communications office broadcast free over the internet frequently (roughly weekly). Anyone can watch a UMTV program. They cover current topics affecting United Methodists and the world around us. Some segments are picked up and aired by major networks like NBC and CBS.

Killing Us Softly III: Advertising's Image of Women

Type: VHS
Author: Kilbourne, Jean
( Culture , Films/Movies/Video Cameras , Gender Issues , General , Imperfection , Media/Technology , Movies , Self-Esteem , Social Justice , Television , Women )

This video has influenced millions of students across 2 generations. Uses over 160 ads and TV commercials to critique advertising's depictions of women. With wit and warmth, Kilbourne invites viewers to look at familiar images in a new way - one that empowers them to take action. Includes extensive leader's guide.

Making a Killing: Philip Morris, Kraft and Global Tobacco Addiction

Type: VHS
Author: INFACT, Anderson, and Gold
( Disease/Cancer/etc. , General , Media/Technology , Social Justice )

Documentary that reveals the burning truth in once-secret corporate documents: how Philip Morris has conspired to hook children on tobacco and keep governments from protecting public health…Exposes Philip Morris' promotions, cover-ups, and media spins...Tells the inspiring stories of individuals who have suffered grave losses to tobacco giants and are fighting back…Shows how you can join the growing grassroots movement to counter corporate power and save lives.

Marketing the Church: What they Never Taught You About Church Growth

Type: BOOK
Author: Barna, George
( Church Growth , General , Media/Technology )

This book examines the principles that will help your church grow, ideas that will teach you to effectively bring Jesus Christ into the lives of those around you.

Persuasive Power

Type: VHS
Author: Myers, Bill
( Coping , General , Media/Technology , Parent/Child Relationship , Peer Pressure , Sex Education , Youth )

Learn how to handle peer, parent, media, and sexual pressure...and how to protect your future by making the right choices now.

Power of Image, The

Type: VHS
Author:
( Christian Life , Culture , General , Media/Technology , Modern/Contemporary , Values/Ethics )

Five segments on media literacy, culture and the gospel include: 'Media and Culture', 'The Sacramental Image', 'The Potential of Television', 'Selling the Message', 'The Worldwide Impact of Media'. Can be viewed in 1 setting or 5 meetings, starring Alaina Reed Hall.

Reviving Ophelia: Saving the Selves of Adolescent Girls

Type: DVD
Author: Pipher, Mary
( Family , Family/Parenting , Gender Issues , General , Media/Technology , Modern/Contemporary , Moral Crisis , Mother/Daughter , Upper Elementary , Youth , Youth Minister Issues )

Choose dvd or video. Exclusive, illustrated interview with Mary Pipher, covering the challenges facing today's teens, especially girls, as well as the role of media and popular culture in shaping their identities. Offers concrete ideas for girls and boys, families, teachers and school to help girls free themselves from the toxic influences of today's media-saturated culture. Includes version for classroom group and for home and study guide with resources, exercises and tips.

Selling Addiction - Tobacco and Alcohol Advertising

Type: VHS
Author:
( Alcohol , Culture , Ethics , General , Media/Technology , Values/Ethics )

Three-part discussion starter provides valuable information to help facilitate the Selling Addiction Workshop. Hosted by actress Michael Learned, the video utilizes an in-depth group process to help you get a better handle on the addiction problem and rethink America's 'war on drugs.' Analyze typical commercials and advertising techniques, learn about target marketing and discover the myths of advertising. Most important, you'll learn how cigarette and alcohol advertisers manipulate people...

Television Awareness Training: The Viewers Guide for Family and Community

Type: BOOK
Author: Logan, Ben, Ed.
( Christian Life , Films/Movies/Video Cameras , General , Group Study , Media/Technology , Sexuality , Television , Violence )

Tells viewers HOW to watch rather than WHAT to watch. Part 1: 12 sessions tackling a specific aspect of TV programming and viewers' habits (includes worksheets). Part 2: 19 stimulating essays on the world of TV. Games strategies and worksheets enable viewers to explore and be more aware of TV.