Special features: 61 minute documentary with early church experts Dr. Rex Bulter and Dr. John Mark Yeats, filmed in Tunisia, North Africa where the actual events took place; 32 minute audio drama, "Perpetua's choice"; comprehensive leader's guide with lesson plans, background information, and more (also available at www.torchlighters.org); reproducible student handouts, including discussion questions, puzzles, coloring pages, and more (also available at www.torchlighters.org).
Summary:
Perpetua, a young mother living in Carthage in 206 AD, is put in prison for believing in Christianity instead of praying to the Roman gods. When she is offered a deal in exchange for her freedom, she sets events in motion that will be an inspiration to Christians for centuries to come.
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