When constantine the great became emperor and issued the edict of milan 3, extending official tolerance to christianity, saint nicholas was released. Moore soon discovers the surprising tale of nicholas, a boy who was born to greek parents in the city of patara during the latter part of the third century a. Scientists at a university in liverpool have unveiled what they say is the most realistic. Here is your first look at an image from one of the most important scenes in our upcoming film, nicholas of myra. And finally if one can ever really use that word with st. Nicholas of myra entertainment group posts facebook. Nicholas, as of this writing, the movie nicholas of myra, a biography of st. It presents the fascinating story of this man and explains why he should be celebrated today. I look forward to sharing his moving work, and the artistic labor of everyone involved, in what. With matthew mesler, robert vincent jones, jamie elvey, james fauvell. This new movie will bring the story of saint nicholas, with his selfless generosity, to the general publica public that has largely forgotten or never knew his. Mp3s from movie soundtrack three 3 mp3 orchestral music tracks from the upcoming nicholas of myra movie soundtrack and the adventures. Nicholas the wonderworker, archbishop of myra greek.
Nicholas has been spotted on the world wide web on websites such as the st. Saint nicholas of myra traditionally 15 march 270 6 december 342, also known as nicholas of bari, was an early christian bishop of the ancient greek maritime city of myra in asia minor ancient greek. One of the most popular minor saint, his feast day is observed on december 6 as st. Nicholas of myra episcopal church encino, california 19382014. The most recent word has been that when it is released it will be as two separate movies, at least a year apart. Autoplay when autoplay is enabled, a suggested video will. The story of st nicholas for children part2 duration.
In keeping with the christmas holiday season, we are going to take a look at a how a bishop from turkey became the patron saint of moscow and santa claus to the world. Nicholas as a major saint or characterization as a mythological figure. Nicholas, also called nicholas of bari or nicholas of myra, flourished 4th century, myra, lycia, asia minor near modern demre, turkey. The story of saint nicholas official movie website. Nicholas, the sequence was recently shot in may and features the final performance of the late manny psyhos. All the accounts that have come down to us are of a purely legendary character, and it is impossible to find any single incident confirmed historically. When i came across the untold epic story of saint nicholas of myra the origin of old st. Nicholas day and children in several countries receive gifts. This new movie will bring the story of saint nicholas, with his selfless generosity, to the general publica public that has largely forgotten or never knew his inspiring saga. The story of saint nicholas, which was filmed entirely in western new york, specifically in buffalo, will capture the hearts of the young and old in the previously untold account of the. Deacon joseph was ordained in 2006 and serves at holy transfiguration melkitegreek catholic church, which belongs to the eparchy of newton.
If you are a parish representative and would like to learn more about making your weekly bulletins available on, complete the form below and we will followup with you shortly. Nicholas of myra and its two architects, an historical and architectural survey, authored by millie lawler. His scientific examination of sources and historical sites disproves the 1970s action of the vatican, demoting st. A video update from writerdirector gerald hartke on the indpendent movie nicholas of myra. He is the patron saint of children and sailorsvoyagers. We get lots of questions asking when this film will be released. Released on the feast day of saint nicholas, this special teaser for nicholas of myra introduces the upcoming motion picture about the well known christmas icon. Nicholas, bishop of myra, in lycia, a saint honored by the greeks and the latins on the 6th of december. Nicholas of myra article in the 1908 catholic encyclopedia. Derived from one of the oldest and most beloved tales of st. Nicholas died around 343 in myra, lycia modern day turkey. Nicholas of myra movie store nicholas of myra movie.
It is reproduced here with kind permission of the author. Nicholas of myra, he worked for the diocese as the director of youth programs. The story of saint nicholas cast and crew credits, including actors, actresses, directors, writers and more. Nicholas, our father and priest of priests, intercede with christ our god that he may save our souls. Other resources, resource, shop this new movie will bring the story of saint nicholas, with his selfless generosity, to the general publica public that has largely forgotten or never knew his inspiring saga. Nicholas of myra movie documentary short filming the bookends knights4christ. With matthew mesler, michael dentico, jamie elvey, norm sham. A graduate of loyola marymount university where he studied liturgy, he is an advocate of beautiful traditional liturgics. Thousands of priests, 318 bishops, two papal lieutenants and the roman emperor constantine are gathered to face a looming church crisis.
In many countries children receive gifts on december 6, st. Nicholas of myra entertainment group home facebook. St nicholas of myra will be hosting a halloween hayride and trick or treat sundae event on sunday, october 31st from 1. St nicholas episcopal church was founded in 1938 by the rev. Im sure that they will do this again when this movie comes out. View all restaurants near st nicholas of myra on tripadvisor. Meet the founders saint nicholas of myra was founded by deacon joseph d.
What seems most certain is that, sometime after becoming bishop of myra, saint nicholas was imprisoned during the christian persecution under the roman emperor diocletian 2453. The story of saint nicholas the legend begins 2016 full hd. Deacon joseph holds a master of science in networking infrastructure and is employed as a systems administrator. Nicholas of myra is for every time, all ages, and those of every creed. Nicholas of myra by international scientist andreas george is the final word on the subject. The official facebook page of nom entertainment group inspirational family.
Spotlight on independent films jerry hartke and nicholas. Access featured local businesses and churches in your area. The santa claus oath foundation will begin the communication process to santa claus organizations with a special nicholas video, a film teaser, and discussion information to santa groups use at upcoming meetings. Matthew mesler the patron saint of seafarers filming the bookends character portraits. Nicholas of myra fourth century by kathryn mitchell lucchese in folk like me.
The newspaper has done special interviews with the priest on and around st. St nicholas of myra catholic church 499 spring street, north dighton, ma 02764 phone. Saint nicholas of myra catholic church north dighton, ma. Nicholas, nickolas, nikolas, nikolaus or nicolas is a male given name, derived from the greek name, a compound of. A very thorough biography of the real saint nicholas nicholas of myra. The adventures of young nicholas, part 1 nicholas of myra.
Select any poster below to play the movie, totally free. Orphaned as a teenager, nicholas inherits his fathers vast and secret fortune, a catalyst to a journey of selfdiscovery that one day leads. Nicholas church in myra, where his remains were kept, became a pilgrimage, but centuries after his death the relics were moved to bari, italy, and were enshrined in basilica di san nicola. Nicholas of myra movie documentary short filming the. Rudolph of gubbio supreme executive committee on march 27, 2019 182 comments after mondays cardiac arrestinducing battle between pandita ramabai and damien of molokai, it was a bit easier on our lenten hearts to have a closebutnottooclose contest to determine the battle of rome yesterday. Nicholas of myra llc film group aligns with the santa. Nick and santa claus in december of 2001, i knew this was the script i needed to write.
He is believed to have been born into a wealthy family in the lycian seaport town of patara. There is a stunning shot showing the ruins of a church which are now underwater. His cult is as celebrated as his history is obscure. Saint nicholas of myra yet another biogrpahical sketch of saint nicholas with an. On imdb tv, you can catch hollywood hits and popular tv series at no cost. Nicholas of myra entertainment group, buffalo, new york. After several years of research and writing, i completed the script in 2004 with no intention of directing a film about it. It will leave no doubt that santa claus is for real, and that he can be as much a part of sacred holiday tradition as secular. A provides a brief biogrpahical background and a fascinating story on this saint. The day of his death, december 6, is his feast day and is widely celebrated throughout europe still today. An excerpt on the real st nicholas of myra from a post by msgr charles pope the year is 325. The name became popular through saint nicholas, bishop of myra in lycia, the inspiration for santa claus.