Joseph of Nazareth: The Story of the Man Closest to Christ
The first feature film ever on the story of St. Joseph, who was a carpenter, the husband of Mary, and the foster father of Jesus Christ. Scripture tells us that St. Joseph was a “just man” and that God gave him the most daunting task ever asked of a man–to be the husband of the woman who would give birth to the Messiah and the father and protector of this Holy Family. He would be the man closest to Christ.
Starring Tobias Moretti in a manly, appealing performance, we are shown the human, noble, and deeply spiritual aspects of Joseph the carpenter, son of David, servant of God, and loving husband of Mary. He is presented as a man of faith who must grapple greatly with the profound mysteries of the miraculous conception, the Virgin Birth, the Incarnation of the Son of God, and the incredible challenges of protecting and raising Jesus amidst the threats on his life from the moment of his birth and beyond.
As Joseph is informed by God’s messengers about trusting and following his plan for Christ, the dangerous flight into Egypt to save his child, and finally returning to Nazareth to raise Jesus, this lovely film presents beautiful vignettes of these and other powerful scenes in the life of the young Christ and the Holy Family that are authentic and inspiring. Also stars Stefania Rivi, Franco Interlenghi, and Andrea Prodan.”
Family Movie Night
Joseph from the Old Testament: Beloved Son Rejected Slave
The thrilling Biblical story of Joseph is told in this high quality 3-D animated feature film for children ages 5 and up. Young Joseph is a dreamer, indulged by his father and resented by his older brothers who soon sell him into slavery without their father’s knowledge. Now captive in Egypt, Joseph experiences humiliation, hardship and imprisonment. But his faith and his gift for interpreting dreams soon lead him to an exalted position in the kingdom. When his brothers come calling for help, Joseph responds in a surprising way. The program sets Joseph’s story in the context of God’s plan for Israel and the promised coming of the Messiah. It powerfully demonstrates God’s sovereign hand in all things.
Walking with Jesus
Let your heart be filled with the joy of God’s wonderful love as you listen to these powerfully moving songs depicting the life, death, Resurrection, and glory of His Son through the prayers of the Rosary.
Books 
Look Again, Thomas by the Sisters of Life
Put on your “seeing glasses” and take a trip with Angelo and Thomas through forests and ponds, snow-covered hills and sun baked deserts – and find surprising discoveries along the way! Follow Thomas as he begins looking beyond the surface of things and learns something new about people.
A book about goodness, beauty, and love, this story reminds us that when we ask God to help us see people through His eyes, we open ourselves up to the gift of wonder.
Our Story: A Basic Introduction to the Bible for Catholics
In a series of 5-minute video segments, get the Bible’s big picture, along with a uniquely Catholic approach to the Scriptures. There is a Leader’s Guide containing everything needed to use Our Story in a parish group setting, as well as a User’s Guide for those individuals using Our Story at home.
This study is being done in May at Saint Ambrose on Wednesdays at 4:00 pm. Shari Tomazic will be leading the study. To register, contact Jane Baldwin at JBaldwin@StAmbrose.us.
FORMED.org is Available to You!
This year let’s take advantage of this time to grow in our spiritual life. What is FORMED? Formed is a website similar to Netflix that contains Movies, Audio talks, E-books and Studies. The best part is that it will not cost you anything. Wherever you are in your spiritual path, there is something for EVERYONE. Young kids, teens, young adults and older adults can find something to draw closer to God.
Get FORMED Now! It’s EASY and FREE to Register!
- Visit formed.org with a web browser
- Click on Register (lower right of page)
- Enter Parish Access Code: 8H62DG
- Enter your email and create a password (you need this to login later)
- Enjoy and share with others in our local community!
