Reverse Momentum. Perhaps somewhat of a paradox. After all, when you think about the word "momentum," what typically comes to mind is some sort of forward progress. Our teens have very busy lives (as do those of us who minister to them). Perhaps the greatest thing we can do for them is SHOW them how to carve out a sacred space in their life where God can enter and be present. We pray that the films on this volume will encourage them to do so. God bless!

In the Gospel of John (John 6:51), Jesus proclaims, “I am the Living bread that came down from heaven.” Produced by Spirit Juice Studios, this short film challenges us to “reverse the momentum” of our busy lives by taking time to experience Jesus’ real presence in Eucharistic adoration.  2 minutes

Rob Kaczmark, producer and director of Spirit Juice Studios and producer of “Reverse Momentum,” studied business administration and worked a corporate job until he heard God’s call to start his own production company. With no formal training in the industry, Rob relies on the power of prayer and the grace of God (not to mention incredible skills) to do what God has called him to do.  3 minutes

23 year-old Catholic recording artist Nathan Morris of Owensboro, Kentucky talks about life, its blessings and difficulties, and the one thing he could never live without – Jesus Christ. To him, the vagabond is a wanderer who is held together by the constant love of Christ.
Interview:  7 minutes  -DG-
Vagabond Music Video:  4 minutes

“What you receive as gift, you must give as gift” (Matthew 10:8). Students of Louverture Cleary School in Croix De Bouquets, Haiti come from the country’s poorest neighborhoods, but take this passage to heart as they teach local children how to read and write.  9 minutes

The prophet Jonah ran from God’s call and found himself contemplating life in the belly of a rather large fish. After promising obedience to the Lord, God sent him to Nineveh to share a very important message - one that was openly received by all (except the one who delivered it). Are you Jonah?  This film was created by producer Michael Pritt of Cleveland, Ohio and students of his summer film school.  3 minutes

 

the WORD on the street – NIAC Series
Outside da Box created this series of seven videos for The National Initiative on Adolescent Catechesis developed by The Partnership for Adolescent Catechesis (www.adolescentcatechesis.org). In these fantastic discussion-launching videos, listen to teens from all over the U.S. share their thoughts about being Catholic and their experiences of faith formation.

Video 1 – Introduction: Thoughts about the Church, understanding faith, teenage thinking, peer pressure, listening to teens, prayer, personal problems, apologetics, youthful energy, fears, identity, balance, being Catholic, and purpose in life.  3 minutes

Video 2 – Adolescent Territory: What issues effect teenagers today? What impact does being Catholic have on your life?  7 minutes

 

Video 3 – Well-Formed Catholic Teen: How well do you know what it means to be Catholic and live a Christian life? What would you like to learn more about?  7 minutes

Video 4 – Those Who Help Form Our Faith: Who has helped to form your faith? What qualities make a great teacher?  4 minutes

Video 5 – Getting There From Here: What do young people need? What can the Church do?  7 minutes

Video 6 – Outcomes: What gifts do young people bring to the Church? How would the Church be different if it did a better job of involving teens in its mission?  5 minutes

Video 7 – Final Thoughts: Listening to and understanding teens, the difficulties of being a teen, media influence, exploring Catholicism, discipleship, living the Christian life, differences, and mentors.  4 minutes