Lights Camera Faith Cycle a Contributor(s): Malone, Peter (Author), Pacatte, Rose (Author) |
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ISBN: 081984490X ISBN-13: 9780819844903 Publisher: Pauline Books & Media OUR PRICE: $18.95 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: August 2001 Annotation: Faith and life come together in this unique approach to the lectionary. Each Sunday's readings are seen through the lens of a particular movie that highlights themes or issues emphasized in the Gospel. It proposes practical points for reflection, conversation and personal growth, in addition to insightful film analysis. |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - Religion | Biblical Studies - General |
Dewey: 261.57 |
LCCN: 2001001422 |
Physical Information: 0.9" H x 6.9" W x 8.9" (1.40 lbs) 416 pages |
Themes: - Theometrics - Catholic - Religious Orientation - Christian |
Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
Publisher Description: Malone and Pacatte create a dialogue between Scripture and film, engaging faith through culture and culture through faith in this exciting series. This volume provides a fresh take on the Scriptures through the lens of popular movies such as: It's a Wonderful Life, Where the Heart Is, The Family Man, Forrest Gump, and more. A movie synopsis, film commentary, film dialogue with the Sunday Scriptures, points for reflection and conversation, and suggested prayers are included. |
Contributor Bio(s): Pacatte, Rose: - Sister Rose is a Daughter of St. Paul, a media literacy education specialist, and the founding director of the Pauline Center for Media Studies in Culver City, CA where she teaches courses on media literacy for catechists and adults. A world traveler, she gives presentations and courses on media literacy around the globe. She has a BA in Liberal Arts with concentrations in catechetics and communications, an MEd in Media Studies from the Institute of Education, University of London, UK, and a Certificate in Pastoral Communication from the University of Dayton. She is an award winning author and co-author of books on film and scripture and media literacy education. Her most recent book is "Martin Sheen: Pilgrim on the Way" (2015). |