Rio Grande Christian Education Resource Center

The Nativity. 20th Century Fox, 1978, VHS.

A natural portrayal of the journeys and trials of Joseph and Mary as they are confronted by the realities of the Nativity story.  One of the best dramatic portrayals of this central story, starring Madeleine Stowe and John Shea .  97 minutes. 

Francesco's Friendly World - The Gifts of Christmas, Edmundo Productions, 1997, VHS.

Celebrate Christmas through songs, suspense and surprises as Francesco initiates a Christmas tradition destined to be emulated the world over for centuries to come. Meanwhile, Beatrice, the raccoon, Fleurett, the bluebird, and Leopold, the bear cub donate their winter treats toward a cake to celebrate Jesus' birthday. Luigi, the bee, volunteers his bees wax for a beautiful Christmas candle. Gabriella, the ewe, and her lamb, Anthony offer their wool to be woven into a warm new robe for Francesco. Thought the animals give up much to surprise Francesco for the holidays...they sacrifice even more to learn that love outweighs all Gifts of Christmas! Recommended ages 2-9, (VHS - 44 min.)

The Little Drummer Boy. Rankin Bass, 1968, VHS.

An orphan drummer boy who hated humanity finds his life changed forever when he meets three wise men on route to Bethlehem.  25 min.  Animated.

The Little Brown Burro. 1978, VHS.

The Little Brown Burro a.k.a. The Little Christmas Burro is a wonderfully touching tale about the struggles of a small donkey who finds his place in the world and makes a great contribution to history. Narration by Lorne Greene adds just the right touch to this adorable Christmas legend.  23 min.

Silent Mouse. 1990, VHS.

The true story of the famous carol Silent Night starts in a little town in Austria where a chain of strange events happened on Christmas Eve 1887. In Silent Mouse, Lynn Redgrave reveals a curious story of mice and men told in live action, and remarkable photography with a real mouse.

The film was shot entirely on location in Austria and Czechoslovakia. The music brings together some of Europe's most famous ensembles, choirs and orchestras.  60 minutes.

Ahmal and the Night Visitors. Family Comm., 1978, VHS.

The simple story of a boy and his mother who live in poverty among the shepherds of ancient Jerusalem.  Then one starry night strangers appear looking for the new King of Israel.  Based on the modern opera, Teresa Stratta stars and the London Philharmonic performs.  60 minutes.