CWL Videos
VIDEOS & DVD’S AVAILABLE FOR LOAN

SPIRITUAL DEVELOPMENT

Spiritual Direction – (1996) 2 copies – approx. 13 min. - Brief introduction to the workshop - “A Day of Discovery” which is a workshop on Spirituality.(vhs)
Pilgrims With Mary – (1996) – 1 copy – approx. 28 min. - The Shrine at Notre Dame du Cap.(vhs)

ORGANIZATION

Your Place Among Us – (1993) 1 copy – approx. 24 min. - 4 parts CWL & Government, Spiritual Development, Leadership and Membership (vhs)

GROW – (1996) 2 copies – approx. 12 min. - Promotion for Project Grow - a workshop available from the Diocesan Council. Good for promoting Membership.(vhs)

For God and Canada “We hold each other’s hand in the journey of life and faith”- 3 copies – approx. 15 min. - The DVD shows who League members are: women who have given their God-given talents in service “For God and Canada”. You will be inspired by the women, both young and old, who pray together, do charitable works together, defend human life together and fight together for issues of concern to all Canadians.  Above all, they Love One Another and support each other as sisters in the League. (dvd)

CHRISTIAN FAMILY LIFE

God’s Call - A Family Affair – 1 copy – approx. 24 min. - How young men and women, together with their parents, come to realize God’s call to the priesthood and religious life.  Come share the journey they have travelled.  For use by councils who want to promote awareness for religious vocations in their parish.(vhs)

Nosotros – (2000) – 1 copy – approx. 52 min. - Nosotros is Spanish for “ourselves”.  This film pays homage to the women and men who were shaken by hurricane Mitch but who rallied back stronger than ever.(vhs)

Alliance for Life - Ontario -  - 1 copy - 1. Runner 2. Time out 3. Lifesaver 4. Sonogram (vhs)

Bella – (2006) 2 copies – approx. 91 min. – An international soccer star is on his way to sign a multimillion dollar contract when a series of events unfold that brings his career to an abrupt end. A beautiful waitress, struggling to make it in New York City, discovers something about herself that she’s unprepared for.  In one irreversible moment, their lives are turned upside down…until a simple gesture of kindness brings them both together, turning an ordinary day into an unforgettable experience. (dvd)

COMMUNITY LIFE

Welcome the Stranger – (1998) 1 copy – approx. 12 min. - Promo of the Vision TV series sponsored by CWL entitled “Welcome the Stranger”, a program on Canada’s welcoming of immigrants throughout the years.(vhs)

Welcome the Stranger - (2 video set) - approx. 24 min. each - Originally broadcasted on Vision TV and sponsored by the CWL.  Video tells the story of how faith communities work to create hospitality and orientation for up rooted peoples from around the world. A History of Newcomers; Sharing Theological Ground; Advocating Compassion.(vhs)

Today’s Journey - Catholic Missions in Canada – (2000) – 1 copy – approx. 57 min. - Through visiting missions we become more aware how the prayers and financial gifts make it possible for people in poor and remote communities to live their faith.(vhs)

Atlantic Missions in Canada ... And You – (1999) – 1 copy – 28 min. - Meet the people of three very special dioceses in Atlantic Canada: Labrador City, Schefferville, St. George’s and Grand Falls.(vhs)

If You Want To (Matt.8.2) – 1 copy – approx. 16 min. – The Catholic Response to HIV/Aids in Africa.(vhs)

EDUCATION & HEALTH

Camp Trillium - A Camp Full of Smiles – 1 copy - A visit with the children who come to Camp Trillium in Ontario - a camp for children with cancer. Camp Trillium receives financial support from CWL in Ontario on an ongoing basis.  The video shows what your donations are paying for.(vhs)

Not a Family Affair - 1 copy – Elder Abuse in Faith Communities.  This is the story of Beatrice, an older woman who is mistreated by her daughter.(vhs)

She’s Happier There – 1 copy – 32 min. – An intergenerational drama on Elder Abuse. This is a powerful story about a girl’s love for her grandmother.(vhs)

If I Were Looking for God” – The National Catholic Mission 2004 - 1 copy – Show #1 – To Look Beyond Appearances; Show #2 – Seeing God in a Messy World.(vhs)

Baby Steps – 2 copy – approx. 6 min. - 16 stages of pre-birth development. Amazing 4-D Ultrasound imagery features preborn babies, 7 weeks to 22 weeks old, as they roll, yawn     spin, smile, blink, stretch and sneeze. You'll love, you'll laugh, you’ll learn to respect the lives of both mother and child during these early stages of pregnancy. (dvd)

Turning The Tide – 1 copy – approx. 30 min. - Dignity, Compassion and Euthanasia – A Salt and Light Television production. – Also included is a discussion guide.(dvd)

Being a Global Village – Human Trafficking and the 2010 Olympics – 2 copies
          approx. 35 min. - Awareness and Action Kit for High School Students  (dvd)


RESOLUTIONS

A Voice in the Church - (1995) 3 copies - approx 25 min.-2 part series on the  collective voice of the League- it explains the resolution process(vhs)

    Videos' & DVD's are available from the Archdiocesan Communication Chair.
    Revised May 2009   by: Helen Bissonnette