NEW RELEASE: Video and books offer introduction to Eastern Christian tradition (02/08/04)

NEW RELEASE

Video and books offer introduction to Eastern Christian tradition

PARMA, Ohio - "New Life in the Trinity: An Introduction to the Mysteries of Christian Initiation," a sacramental video produced by the Byzantine Ukrainian Catholic Eparchy Global Catholic Network of St. Josaphat in Parma, has just been contracted to air on EWTN for the next four years.

The first airing will take place during the Octave of Easter. The dates and times are April 15, at 5 p.m. EST and Saturday, April 17, at 2 a.m. EST. After the April schedule is finalized in early February, this information will be available on EWTN's Internet site for public distribution. To check on the scheduled times for airing go to the EWTN website (www.ewtn.com) and click on "Television," then click on "Television Schedules" for listings.

"New Life in the Trinity: An Introduction to the Mysteries of Christian Initiation" explains the Eastern Christian Tradition of Baptism, Chrismation and Eucharist as practiced in the Byzantine Ukrainian Catholic Eparchy of St. Josaphat in Parma. This down to earth program views the Eastern Catholic mysteries (sacraments) through the eyes of two Roman Catholics who have married Byzantine Catholics. Viewers journey with them as they remember their wedding day and then grow through their doubts as they prepare to celebrate the Baptism, Chrismation and Eucharist of their infant children.

The introduction by Bishop Robert Moskal, eparch of St. Josaphat in Parma, and the narration by Msgr. George Appleyard enhance the understanding of the "Mysteries of Christian Initiation." This program is suggested for the enrichment of clergy, religious, and laity alike. Roman Catholics may be especially interested in this video, which explains why Eastern Christians administer Chrismation and Eucharist at Baptism.

"New Life in the Trinity: An Introduction to the Mysteries of Christian Initiation" is available through the Eparchial website's bookstore (www.stjosaphateparchy.org) for $29.95.

Two companion handbooks, "Mysteries of Christian Initiation" by Archbishop Tawil and a "Facilitator's Guide," may be purchased to accompany this video to help families or study groups facilitate discussion. The total package price is $40 plus shipping and handling.

The video is available in VHS or DVD format. For more information write to or call the Pastoral Ministry Office, 727 East Carson St., Pittsburgh, PA 15203; (412) 481-9778.

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