Heros Series

Heros -The Odyssey: A Journey Back Home DVD

A new look at this classic tale of faith, courage, patience and family unity. Ulysses, King of Ithaca, has just won the Trojan War. Now he wants to return home to his beloved wife, Penelope, and their young son, Telemachus. But his journey home becomes a long and dangerous adventure. Ullysses will have to test his courage and ingenuity to the limit if he's ever to see his family again! Meanwhile, Penelope and her son use their own wits and loyalty to keep evil Antinous from taking over as king and stealing all that is dear to their family. Let feathered hosts-mischievous Barney Owl and Grandpa Owl - give you the ride of your life into The Odyssey-A Journey Back Home. A delightful, exciting and hilarious adaptation of Homer's timeless tale of family love and unit y. English, Spanish, French on one DVD! DVD/Full Color/Approx. 30 minutes

Heros -Columbus: Adventures To The Edge Of The World DVD

Much more then a story - an epic adventure! From his first sea voyages as a boy, to his historic first step into new lands, his vision, courage and faith were his greatest discoveries. It's past midnight, October 12, 1492, and it's now or never for Christopher Columbus and his lifelong dream of discovery. After 37 days of sailing west across unknown seas, he must find land or else return to Spain at dawn, as he has promised his tired, angry crew. But he's not ready to quit. He's not afraid to stand up for his dreams, just as he's not afraid of sea monsters or falling off the edge of the world. From his first sea voyage as a boy to his first step ashore in the Americas, Columbus, Adventures To The Edge Of The World is the thrilling story of how one man's vision and courage brought continents together and changed history forever. English, Spanish, French on one DVD! DVD/Full Color/Approx. 30 minutes

Heros -Francis:The Knight Of Assisi DVD

It was the age of knights and Kings, when honor belonged to the heroes and glory was found in the battlefield. There lived a brave young man named Francis, whose wish was to become a mighty warrior and conquer a magnificent castle. One day Francis felt a calling to greater glory. God had vested upon him a very special mission that would require a supreme act of courage. For the love of God, his King, Francis gave up all that he had and joyfully embarked upon the most exciting and unexpected adventure. His deep faith and humility brought about a change in himself, his friends, his town and the Church. Francis, The Knight of Assisi is the remarkable true story of the founder of the Order of Minor Friars, and inspirator of three Franciscan orders. English, Spanish, French on one DVD! DVD/Full Color/Approx. 30 minutes

Heros -Francis Xavier And The Samurai's Lost Treasure DVD

As a young man, Francis received a gift of friendship that inspired him to become a beacon of God's love throughout the world. His Christ-like charity and zest for life brings joy to all. Young Francis Xavier had everything going for him. A champion at sports and studies, he was ready to win the whole world for himself. Then one day his best friend, Ignatius of Loyola, showed him that true champions are of a far more heroic breed - those who risk their all to win the world for God. Francis became a Jesuit missionary and set off to the farthest reaches of the world. He saved pearl divers, stood off pirates, and quested with a mysterious samurai warrior in search of a hidden treasure. Francis Xavier and the Samurai's Lost Treasure captures the true spirit of a daring man who braved the pearl coasts and jungles of India, and the forbidding castles of Japan, in amazing adventures of courage and faith. English, Spanish, French on one DVD! DVD/Full Color/Approx. 30 minutes

Heros -Ben-Hur:A Race To Glory DVD

After a long hard struggle to find his family after years of unjust imprisonment, Ben-Hur must race the boyhood friend who betrayed him to learn of their whereabouts. But only the healing grace of Christ can make Ben-Hur whole again. Young Ben-Hur and Messala were the best of friends. They loved to race chariots. One day, Messala had to leave Jerusalem and his Jewish friend, to study in Rome and become a Roman officer. When Messala came back, the boyhood friends were now men, but friends no longer. Messala falsely imprisoned Ben-Hur's family and sent him to the galleys. But Ben-Hur survived. And he returned, seeking his family-and Messala. The former friends squared off for one last, desperate chariot race. What happened next, and what became of them at the hand s of a magnificent Stranger, makes Ben-Hur: A Race To Glory one of the most thrilling, inspiring adventures ever. English, Spanish, French on one DVD! DVD/Full Color/Approx. 30 minutes

Heros -PATRICK: Brave Shepherd of the Emerald Isle. DVD

Kidnapped and enslaved by pagans as a child, Patrick made a daring escape home only to return and lead his captors and the Irish people to Christianity. The true story of this tremendously loved and celebrated man. English, Spanish, French on one DVD! DVD/Full Color/Approx. 30 minutes

NICHOLAS, The Boy Who Became SANTA DVD

Nicholas was still a young boy when he discovered the love of Jesus and the gift of giving that changed the world. Based on historical fact and tradition . . . this Christmas classic for children is a beautifully animated film worth watching all year long. It is a fascinating story of the boy whose love and care for others make him one of the most popular figures of all times. Today more than sixteen centuries later, the entire world celebrates the kindness and generosity of the man we call Santa Claus. Spanish, English, French all on one DVD! DVD/Full Color/Fully Animated 30 Minutes

My Secret Friend A Guardian Angel Story DVD

Little Angie was sure she had a guardian angel. She even called him Mikey! But when her brother Danny made fun of her, she began to wonder. Then, on their family vacation in the rugged San Miguel mountains, something happened that made the question very important indeed, and made their vacation one they'd never forget. Along a mountain road, Angie found a dusty bracelet, the perfect collar for her pet bunny, Hopper! But why were two guys hiding in the bushes interested in it too? And what did this all have to do with angels anyway? A Guardian Angel Story has the answers in a captivating blend of comedy, song, suspense, and heart-warming emotion. DVD/Full Color/Approx. 30 minutes

The Day The Sun Danced: The True Story Of Fatima DVD

In 1917, three children experienced a great miracle. The Blessed Mother visited them not once, but many times. But no one believed them until the day the sun danced. In 1917, three children named Lucia, Francisco and Jacinta experienced a great miracle. While herding a flock of sheep outside the tiny village of Fatima, Portugal, the Blessed Mother visited them, not once but many times, telling the children great and wondrous secrets that would affect all of creation. When the children tried to share the joyous news of Our Lady of Fatima, no one believed them, until the day the sun seemed to dance in the sky. It soon became clear that they had been chosen by the Blessed Mother to share her message. The Day The Sun Danced is the inspiring true story of Lucia, Francisco and Jacinta, whose great faith and courage brought the message of Our Lady of Fatima to all the world. English, Spanish, French on one DVD! DVD/Full Color/Approx. 30 minutes

Saints and Angels -Bernadette: The Princess Of Lourdes DVD

Bernadette and her friends went out to gather firewood but found something of far greater value - a true understanding of their faith through a special encounter with The Immaculate Conception. It's February 11, 1858. Three girls from Lourdes, France, gather firewood in front of a grotto. Suddenly one of them, Bernadette Soubirous, 14, drops to her knees, gazes ecstatically at something beautiful only she can see, and starts to pray. Soon the town buzzes: Has Bernadette, poor, sickly, and always behind in school, really seen a Lady from Heaven? The police chief is angry, the pastor busy, and the crowd amused, but Bernadette is calm and brave. Then a spring bubbles up from nowhere and withered arms and sightless eyes are cured. At last, the Lady tells Bernadette Her name: I am The Immaculate Conception. Bernadette, The Princess Of Lourdes, is the exciting true story of a visit by the Queen of Heaven that left all the world a source of health for body and soul. English, Spanish, French on one DVD! DVD/Full Color/Approx. 30 minutes

Juan Diego, Messenger of Guadalupe DVD

In 1531, Juan Diego found himself caught between two worlds... that of the Spanish conquerors and that of his own Aztec heritage. Because of his love for his people and his strong faith, Juan Diego turned to Jesus and His mother, Mary, for their help in uniting his people. The answer to Juan Diego's prayer has become one of the greatest events in the history of the America's. Juan Diego, Messenger of Guadalupe is the true story of how the Blessed Mother chose a hero for a key role in a beautiful miracle that would unite diverse peoples and change the course of history. In the Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe in Mexico City, the miracle of Tilma of Juan Diego may still be seen, just as it was seen by the Bishop in 1531. English, Spanish, French on one DVD! DVD Color, fully-animated, stereo, 33 minutes.