Video/Film Resources &
Streaming Services (subscription-based)
Amplify Media: https://my.amplifymedia.com/amplify/home (Subscription)
Amplify Media is a streaming service allowing churches large and small unlimited video access in order to discover, customize, and share diverse resources that encourage deeper discipleship and equip churches to pursue their mission with greater impact. They offer digital content for group and individual study, training and worship, a fully searchable library with 1000’s of videos for adults and children, an engaging, familiar and easy-to-navigate online experience, and easy tools to customize content features for your church.
Ascension Presents (Ascension Press): YouTube Channel
Ascension Presents seeks to present the truth and beauty of the Catholic faith through media, and to answer the longings of the human heart with the transformative power of the Gospel. The videos seek to strengthen faith, get answers to tough questions, and discover truth with fund, informative, and relatable Catholic videos.
BibleProject (https://bibleproject.com) and The Bible Project TV (https://bibleproject.com/stream)
BibleProject is an animation studio that produces short-form, fully animated Bible videos, podcasts, and Bible resources to make the biblical story accessible to everyone, everywhere. People can now stream BibleProject videos on their television at home using the most popular streaming devices: Roku, Amazon Firestick, and Apple TV.
BimBam: www.bimbam.com (Free)
BimBam uses digital storytelling to spark connections to Judaism for learners of all ages. They have created over 400 videos, including animated videos of the stories and people of the Hebrew Scriptures. Bimbam on YouTube.
BustedHalo: https://bustedhalo.com/category/video
Busted Halo is a unique media resource that utilizes a relevant and accessible voice to help people understand the Catholic faith, put it into practice in their everyday lives, and share it with others. Busted Halo videos include the “Two Minute” videos for the church year seasons, sacraments 101 and 201 videos, the “You Don’t Know Jack” videos about Catholic teachings, and more. BustedHalo YouTube Channel.
Catholic Central: https://www.catholiccentral.com
Catholic Central” offers entertaining and authoritative answers to questions about Catholic thought, spirituality and practice guided by two hosts and presented by theologians. Catholic Central has produced a collection of videos that entertain, enlighten and inspire. Catholic Central is a project of Family Theater Productions based on Sunset Boulevard in Hollywood, California.
Church Knows Church: Things We Can Do: https://chuckknowschurch.com (Free)
Chuck Knows Church is two online video series that help interpret complex subjects and issues in a fun, yet informative, way. The ORIGINAL SERIES is all about the objects, symbols and terms we often hear in church. There are more than 100 episodes available on a variety of topics. Each episode is between 2 to 5 minutes long. THE COMMITTEE is a humorous and poignant 15-part online series that examines the struggles congregations face as they look toward a preferred future. Designed for both individual viewing and group study, each episode of 10-13 minutes comes with a free downloadable study guide. ChuckKnowsChurch YouTube Channel
Common Sense Media: https://www.commonsensemedia.org (Free)
Common Sense Media rates movies, TV shows, books, and more so parents can feel good about the entertainment choices they make for their kids. They offer the largest, most trusted library of independent age-based ratings and reviews. Their timely parenting advice supports families as they navigate the challenges and possibilities of raising kids in the digital age
Formed: https://formed.org (Subscription)
Pulling together the best in Catholic movies, children’s programming, audio dramas and books, Formed provides a trusted and engaging Catholic content. They offer Bible studies, sacramental prep materials, documentaries, books and audio talks from leading Catholic experts. Parishes can share the platform with parishioners, send a subscription to a friend and help them engage via their mobile, tablet, or connected TV device.
Minno Kids: https://visit.gominno.com (Family subscription)
Minno is an online subscription-based streaming media provider created by Phil Vischer (creator of Veggie Tales and much more). It specializes in Christian programming for children with over 130 shows and over 1500 episodes. YouTube Channel
ODB Films: https://odbfilms.com (Free and pay)
The mission of ODB Films, founded in 2005 as "Outside da Box," is to foster an encounter with Christ through artfully made, spiritually rich films. ODB has produced more than 250 short films - including the 60-film Video Catechism (VCAT) series for teens, feature films Full of Grace and Paul, Apostle of Christ, and a six part series RESTORED: Stories of Encounter.
Paraclete Press: https://paracletepress.com/products/paraclete-video-streaming-4 (Individual items or subscription)
Paraclete Press offers a subscription services ($299 per year) for their complete video streaming library—a collection of more than 50 full-length videos. And you can share access with every staff member, small group leader, pastoral care coordinator, teacher, and church member who would benefit from these award-winning resources!
Right Now Media: https://www.rightnowmedia.org (Subscription)
Right Now Media offers a large customizable library of biblical video resources for every person in a church or ministry to equip and inspire people beyond Sunday. In addition to there are videos on a wide range of topics: marriage, finances, parenting, youth, recovery, and leadership. Right Now Media @Work helps people flourish in every area of life with on-demand video resources about leadership, professional development, and personal care.
Saddleback Kids Videos: YouTube Channel
Saddleback Kids, the children’s ministry at Saddleback Church has developed these fun and creative ways to teach children about God’s word. The videos be used as stand-alone bible lessons that parents can view with their children.
The Skit Guys: https://skitguys.com (Individual items or subscription)
Watch and download videos for sermon illustrations, announcements and teaching for use in your church, small groups, or other event. Download motion and still backgrounds and slides to use during your worship service. MORE is a subscription service from SkitGuys.com that provides access to the whole library of videos, motion graphics, countdowns and call to worship. The Skit Guys have a YouTube channel: The Skit Guys on YouTube.
Thirty Seconds or Less: http://thirtysecondsorless.net (Free)
Thirty seconds or less is the world’s shortest podcast in video format, a flash mob of ideas, hundreds of voices. The #30SecondBible series features dozens of voices reflecting on the Bible. From Genesis to Revelation, you will hear summaries of each book and reflections on the good news they contain. This is the Bible for busy people, thirty seconds at a time.
Work of the People: https://www.theworkofthepeople.com (Individual items or subscription)
The Work of the People is a spiritual visual library and virtual sanctuary for a growing community of people from all walks of life. The have more than 1000 films, multi-session thematic series, contemplative film pieces for liturgy, e-courses, and a sacred space for reflection. Over the years, TWOTP has become a safe place to discover our humanity and divinity, a place of inquiry about God and being human. A place to grow in empathy and compassion, to share heart. A place to explore and evolve with the rest of creation-kind. Plans start at $7 per month for personal use up to $250 per year for unlimited streaming and using videos with groups.
Worship House Media: https://www.worshiphousemedia.com (Individual items or subscription)
Worship House Media offers mini movies, worship song tracks, church countdowns, worship backgrounds, and small group videos. Whether it’s a normal Sunday or you are preparing for a special holiday service, you can find the perfect mini movie for a sermon illustration or engaging background for worship lyrics and announcements. Each item is individually priced.
Worship House Kids: https://www.worshiphousekids.com (Individual items or subscription)
WorshipHouse Kids provides fun and effective materials such as kids videos, song tracks, motion and still backgrounds, audio, and curriculum that teach kids about living their life for Jesus.
Amplify Media is a streaming service allowing churches large and small unlimited video access in order to discover, customize, and share diverse resources that encourage deeper discipleship and equip churches to pursue their mission with greater impact. They offer digital content for group and individual study, training and worship, a fully searchable library with 1000’s of videos for adults and children, an engaging, familiar and easy-to-navigate online experience, and easy tools to customize content features for your church.
Ascension Presents (Ascension Press): YouTube Channel
Ascension Presents seeks to present the truth and beauty of the Catholic faith through media, and to answer the longings of the human heart with the transformative power of the Gospel. The videos seek to strengthen faith, get answers to tough questions, and discover truth with fund, informative, and relatable Catholic videos.
BibleProject (https://bibleproject.com) and The Bible Project TV (https://bibleproject.com/stream)
BibleProject is an animation studio that produces short-form, fully animated Bible videos, podcasts, and Bible resources to make the biblical story accessible to everyone, everywhere. People can now stream BibleProject videos on their television at home using the most popular streaming devices: Roku, Amazon Firestick, and Apple TV.
BimBam: www.bimbam.com (Free)
BimBam uses digital storytelling to spark connections to Judaism for learners of all ages. They have created over 400 videos, including animated videos of the stories and people of the Hebrew Scriptures. Bimbam on YouTube.
BustedHalo: https://bustedhalo.com/category/video
Busted Halo is a unique media resource that utilizes a relevant and accessible voice to help people understand the Catholic faith, put it into practice in their everyday lives, and share it with others. Busted Halo videos include the “Two Minute” videos for the church year seasons, sacraments 101 and 201 videos, the “You Don’t Know Jack” videos about Catholic teachings, and more. BustedHalo YouTube Channel.
Catholic Central: https://www.catholiccentral.com
Catholic Central” offers entertaining and authoritative answers to questions about Catholic thought, spirituality and practice guided by two hosts and presented by theologians. Catholic Central has produced a collection of videos that entertain, enlighten and inspire. Catholic Central is a project of Family Theater Productions based on Sunset Boulevard in Hollywood, California.
Church Knows Church: Things We Can Do: https://chuckknowschurch.com (Free)
Chuck Knows Church is two online video series that help interpret complex subjects and issues in a fun, yet informative, way. The ORIGINAL SERIES is all about the objects, symbols and terms we often hear in church. There are more than 100 episodes available on a variety of topics. Each episode is between 2 to 5 minutes long. THE COMMITTEE is a humorous and poignant 15-part online series that examines the struggles congregations face as they look toward a preferred future. Designed for both individual viewing and group study, each episode of 10-13 minutes comes with a free downloadable study guide. ChuckKnowsChurch YouTube Channel
Common Sense Media: https://www.commonsensemedia.org (Free)
Common Sense Media rates movies, TV shows, books, and more so parents can feel good about the entertainment choices they make for their kids. They offer the largest, most trusted library of independent age-based ratings and reviews. Their timely parenting advice supports families as they navigate the challenges and possibilities of raising kids in the digital age
Formed: https://formed.org (Subscription)
Pulling together the best in Catholic movies, children’s programming, audio dramas and books, Formed provides a trusted and engaging Catholic content. They offer Bible studies, sacramental prep materials, documentaries, books and audio talks from leading Catholic experts. Parishes can share the platform with parishioners, send a subscription to a friend and help them engage via their mobile, tablet, or connected TV device.
Minno Kids: https://visit.gominno.com (Family subscription)
Minno is an online subscription-based streaming media provider created by Phil Vischer (creator of Veggie Tales and much more). It specializes in Christian programming for children with over 130 shows and over 1500 episodes. YouTube Channel
ODB Films: https://odbfilms.com (Free and pay)
The mission of ODB Films, founded in 2005 as "Outside da Box," is to foster an encounter with Christ through artfully made, spiritually rich films. ODB has produced more than 250 short films - including the 60-film Video Catechism (VCAT) series for teens, feature films Full of Grace and Paul, Apostle of Christ, and a six part series RESTORED: Stories of Encounter.
Paraclete Press: https://paracletepress.com/products/paraclete-video-streaming-4 (Individual items or subscription)
Paraclete Press offers a subscription services ($299 per year) for their complete video streaming library—a collection of more than 50 full-length videos. And you can share access with every staff member, small group leader, pastoral care coordinator, teacher, and church member who would benefit from these award-winning resources!
Right Now Media: https://www.rightnowmedia.org (Subscription)
Right Now Media offers a large customizable library of biblical video resources for every person in a church or ministry to equip and inspire people beyond Sunday. In addition to there are videos on a wide range of topics: marriage, finances, parenting, youth, recovery, and leadership. Right Now Media @Work helps people flourish in every area of life with on-demand video resources about leadership, professional development, and personal care.
Saddleback Kids Videos: YouTube Channel
Saddleback Kids, the children’s ministry at Saddleback Church has developed these fun and creative ways to teach children about God’s word. The videos be used as stand-alone bible lessons that parents can view with their children.
The Skit Guys: https://skitguys.com (Individual items or subscription)
Watch and download videos for sermon illustrations, announcements and teaching for use in your church, small groups, or other event. Download motion and still backgrounds and slides to use during your worship service. MORE is a subscription service from SkitGuys.com that provides access to the whole library of videos, motion graphics, countdowns and call to worship. The Skit Guys have a YouTube channel: The Skit Guys on YouTube.
Thirty Seconds or Less: http://thirtysecondsorless.net (Free)
Thirty seconds or less is the world’s shortest podcast in video format, a flash mob of ideas, hundreds of voices. The #30SecondBible series features dozens of voices reflecting on the Bible. From Genesis to Revelation, you will hear summaries of each book and reflections on the good news they contain. This is the Bible for busy people, thirty seconds at a time.
Work of the People: https://www.theworkofthepeople.com (Individual items or subscription)
The Work of the People is a spiritual visual library and virtual sanctuary for a growing community of people from all walks of life. The have more than 1000 films, multi-session thematic series, contemplative film pieces for liturgy, e-courses, and a sacred space for reflection. Over the years, TWOTP has become a safe place to discover our humanity and divinity, a place of inquiry about God and being human. A place to grow in empathy and compassion, to share heart. A place to explore and evolve with the rest of creation-kind. Plans start at $7 per month for personal use up to $250 per year for unlimited streaming and using videos with groups.
Worship House Media: https://www.worshiphousemedia.com (Individual items or subscription)
Worship House Media offers mini movies, worship song tracks, church countdowns, worship backgrounds, and small group videos. Whether it’s a normal Sunday or you are preparing for a special holiday service, you can find the perfect mini movie for a sermon illustration or engaging background for worship lyrics and announcements. Each item is individually priced.
Worship House Kids: https://www.worshiphousekids.com (Individual items or subscription)
WorshipHouse Kids provides fun and effective materials such as kids videos, song tracks, motion and still backgrounds, audio, and curriculum that teach kids about living their life for Jesus.
