Catholicism. [Disc 4] Episode 8, A vast company of witnesses: the communion of Saints Episode 8, A vast company of witnesses: the communion of Saints [videorecording] / creator and host Robert E. Barron.
Disc 4 of 5. Episodes 7 & 8 of 10. Rated G. Host: Robert E. Barron.
Summary:
For the first time, in breathtaking, high-definition cinematography, the beauty, goodness and truth of the Catholic Faith are illustrated in a rich, multimedia experience. Journey with acclaimed author, speaker and theologian Fr. Robert Barron to more than 50 locations throughout 15 countries. Be illuminated by the spiritual and artistic treasures of this global culture that claims more than one billion of the earth's people. From the sacred lands of Israel to the beating heart of Uganda...from the glorious shrines of Italy, France, and Spain, to the streets of Mexico, Kolkata, and New York City, the fullness of CATHOLICISM is revealed. Journey deep into the Faith as you watch each episode. -- from website www.CatholicismSeries.com. Episode 7: "Word Made Flesh, True Bread of Heaven: The Mystery of the Liturgy and the Eucharist" (49 min.) : Father Robert Barron explores the ancient practices of the Church's worship that endure to this very day. The Eucharist is the central practice of the Catholic Faith, 'the source and summit' of Christian life. In this episode Fr. Barron explains the words, gestures, and meanings of the Church's Eucharist. Episode 8: "A Vast Company of Witnesses: The Communion of Saints" (58 min.) : The story of the Church is told in the examples of those who dedicated their lives to knowing and serving Jesus Christ. In this episode Fr. Barron celebrates some of Church's most extraordinary saints - Edith Stein, Mother Therese of Lisieux, and Katharine Drexel.
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