St. Paul: Oldest image discovered

"It is the oldest icon" says L'Osservatore Romano (However, it seems no one has yet been able to take a photo of it. As soon as one makes it to the Internet, I will post it.) … [Read more...]

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Mendes’ new comedy explores meaning of marriage in America | National Catholic Reporter

Mendes' new comedy explores meaning of marriage in America | National Catholic Reporter Here is my review of AWAY WE GO in the National Catholic Reporter. Be sure to check out my reviews of The HURT LOCKER and THE STONING OF SORAYA M. (below) that are opening this weekend. Shared via AddThis … [Read more...]

Theology and Media Literacy (Media Studies)

<a href="http://"> When I was at the University of Dayton last week, Richard Drabik and I made this YouTube video to explain the link between faith formation and media literacy. The online certificate course will begin in January 2010, but you can take courses now (like prerequestites for the program). See http://vlc.udayton.edu. … [Read more...]

The Irony of Grace: When Hollywood Mourns | National Catholic Reporter

    The Irony of Grace: When Hollywood Mourns | National Catholic Reporter Shared via AddThis … [Read more...]

Michael Jackson, the King of Pop, Thrilled Us

CNN Headline News just announced that Michael Jackson has just died at UCLA Hospital at the age of 50. He suffered cardiac arrest at his home in Beverly Hills about 12:20pm this afternoon and went into a coma. HLN is reporting that other news sources are announcing the death but that they are still trying to confirm it. Michael Jackson was a true genius and an icon, an ambiguous, charismatic artist who defined the international pop world for about twenty-five years if you count from his … [Read more...]

Reviews of Stoning of Soraya M. & The Hurt Locker open tomorrow

Check out my reviews of The Stoning of Soraya M. and The Hurt Locker Reviews in the August, 2009 issue of  St. Anthony Messenger Magazine. Both of these films deal with violence in the Middle East that concern all people of good will. Both films are exceptionally well-made and thoughtful viewers will find much to ponder. St. Anthony Messenger cover, August 2009 … [Read more...]

Top Ten Priest Movie List

Top Ten Priest Movies This is a good starter list published by the National Catholic Register for the Year of the Priest -  though I think it leaves off some very good other films about priests. For some reason they are staying with U.S. films and it does not include films about bishops or popes. The list does bring in DIARY OF A COUNTRY PRIEST, directed by Robert Bresson. The Bing Crosby films may be classics but I think they present a very romanticized vision of the priesthood. KEYS OF THE … [Read more...]

Media Literacy Online Certificate Announced (University of Dayton)

    Visit the  University of Dayton's Online Virtual Learning Community for Faith Formation for information about the Media Literacy Education certificate course and the courses that are available now (including the prerequisites). You can sign up for the next session of online courses now. You can sign up for the certificate program in late 2009. … [Read more...]

Pauline Center for Media Studies announces summer media programs

  Culver City – The Pauline Center for Media Studies has announced a variety of events scheduled for July and August, 2009. All events will take place at the Center located at 3908 Sepulveda Blvd., Culver City, CA 90230. “These courses and events have academic, pastoral and spirituality dimensions”  said Sister Rose Pacatte, MEd in Media Studies, director of the Pauline Center.  “Each one offers a unique opportunity for training and experience in ways to engage in both critical … [Read more...]