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Immersion in water, along with Chrism, the sanctified oil convey­ing the seal of the Holy Spirit, define the Orthodox Christian tradition by which the Church opens its doors to embrace new members: Holy Baptism and Holy Chrismation, two sacraments separate and distinct, yet intimately related. This video, taped at St. Barbara Church in Santa Barbara, CA, presents the two Sacraments, along with three pre-baptismal rites and also exam­ines the emphasis placed by Orthodox faithful on the baptism of a new member of the church.

The Orthodox Church has always viewed body and soul as inseparable, and for that reason has stressed the necessity of pre­serving both in good health. The Church provides the Sacrament of Holy Unction, following Jesus Christ’s exhortation to his disciples to “heal the sick, raise the dead, cleanse lepers, cast out demons,” as an enduring sacrament of faith for the healing of sickness and the forgiveness of sins. The most familiar celebration of the Sacrament takes place on Great Wednesday of Holy Week. Videotaped at the Annunciation Cathedral in Houston, Texas.

The Sacrament of Penance (Confession) is the service during which Orthodox Christians, who have repented for their sins, come before God and the Church seeking reconciliation and asking for divine forgiveness. This video provides a presentation of the sacrament, as well as an incisive examination on the issues of sin, repentance, preparation for confession and the role of the priest in the sacrament. Videotaped at Holy Cross Church in Pittsburgh, PA.

The one-hour documentary combines travelogue, art, and history in exploring the roots of Christianity in Turkey. The program features four geographical areas – Constantinople, Cappadocia, Ephesus and Smyrna where it becomes strikingly clear that the history of Christianity in The Other Holy Land is also the history of the Greek Orthodox Church. Filmed in Turkey and the U.S. this program aired nationally on the Hallmark Channel. Participants include His All Holiness Ecumenical Patriarch Barthol omew, His Eminence Archbishop Demetrios, Bishop Kallistos Ware and other nationally recognized theologians and historians. Produced by Frank Frost Productions in cooperation with the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese Office of News & Information and GOTelecom.

This award-winning program includes contemporary location foot­age, including the 2002 Epiphany Celebration from St. Nicholas Cathedral in Tarpon Springs, and archival still photos to illustrate and bring to life interviews from several noted Orthodox theologians and scholars led by His Eminence Archbishop Demetrios, Primate of the Greek Orthodox Church in America. As the program continues, interview comments present the Orthodox meaning of Epiphany and baptism, including the ecological and social implications of the blessing of the waters. Visuals include historic sites in Israel, the place of the life and ministry of Christ, and iconography related to His baptism. Further comments reflect on these places and events and relate them to the celebration of Epiphany and to Orthodox faith and practice.

Part 1: Windows To HeavenPart 2: Theology In ColorsThis award-winning documentary was video taped at The Walters Art Gallery in Baltimore, MD. Hosted by Medieval and Byzantine Art Curator, Dr. Gary Vikan, the show focuses on icons as objects of religious worship and artistic achievement. A collection of over 80 icons and frescoes are analyzed in detail as to the significance of their portraiture and its symbolism. An iconographer at work explains his creation as he progresses towards completion.

“Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord. Your Holiness and most beloved brother in Christ, we welcome you with great joy, honor and love,” said Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew as he greeted Pope Benedict XVI with a warm and brotherly embrace.This historical event offered an opportunity for Orthodox Christianity to  share its spiritual treasure with the millions who witnessed this occasion and to the thousands of journalists who covered it.This commemorative DVD set contains the following programs:Doxology of Thanksgiving on the arrival of His Holiness Pope Benedict XVI.Patriarchal Divine Liturgy and Feastday of St. Andrew the Apostle - with the signing of the Common Declaration.Pre-Arrival Press Conference and Tribute Banquet in honor of Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew - hosted by the greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America and the Order of St. Andrew.

NY EMMY AWARD FOR OUTSTANDING RELIGIOUS PROGRAMMING Through the ancient and sacred grounds of the Ecumenical Patriarchate and the magnificent worship sites of Constan­tinople, this documentary recounts the history of the small church founded by Apostle Andrew, which grew to become the “Mother of all Orthodox Churches.” Filmed during and around the celebratory ceremonies for the reconstruction of the central Patriarchal building, the program focuses on the role of the Ecumenical Patriarchate in today’s Orthodox world, and its mission for the future.

This Commemorative DVD, a tribute to Archbishop Demetrios of America, premiered in October 2007 when he was awarded the Athenagoras Human Rights Award at... More

"On the occasion of the 50th Anniversary of the Falling Asleep in the Lord of Archbishop Michael of North & South America, who served our Archdiocese... More