Resources
The Nativity Story DVD
This DVD, released in 2007, beautifully recreates the Annunciation and the arduous
journey of Mary and Joseph to give birth to Baby Jesus. Filmed in the village of Matera, Italy (a locale that
has remained virtually untouched by modern progress and also served as the backdrop for Mel Gibson's "The
Passion of the Christ") and Quarzazate, Morocco, this film strives for authenticity in telling the
Bible's most treasured tale. I highly recommend adding this DVD to your Christmas
collection.
The Gospel of John DVD
Veteran British filmmaker Philip Saville directs the religious
epic The Gospel
of John, a production of the Canadian company Visual
Bible International. This three-hour drama attempts to accurately follow the Gospel According to John, written
sometime during the first century. The gospel contains four segments: an introduction to the nature of Jesus
Christ; testimony by disciples and the presence of miracles; the Last Supper and crucifixion; and the appearance of
the risen Christ. Henry Ian Cusick plays Jesus and Christopher
Plummer provides voice-over narration. This DVD is a
perfect follow-up to The Nativity Story DVD recommended above.
Art of the Creche: Nativities From Around the
Worldby James L. Govan
One of the most enduring and universal
Christmas customs is the representation of the story of Christ's birth in the form of a creche, or nativity
scene. Art of the Creche conveys the worldwide appeal of this tradition, explored through over 100 exquiste
nativities created by the indigenous cultures of more than 70 countries. This is a delightful album tht will
appeal to anyone interested in folk art, cultural traditions and collectables.
Friends of the Creche
Society
Friends of the Creche is a society dedicated to furthering the tradition of the
creche. Friends of the Creche is a nonsectarian, nonpolitical, and nonprofit organization for those who
collect, exhibit, study, create, or simply treasure Christmas Nativity scenes.
Other Rock Painting How-To Guides by Cindy Thomas
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