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   For Immediate Release
   July 13, 2004

   Contact: Marissa P. Costidis
   Tel.: 212.774-0244

   "THE GOSPEL OF JOHN" DVD NOW AVAILABLE THROUGH
   GREEK ORTHODOX TELECOMMUNICATIONS

   New York, NY - THE GOSPEL OF JOHN, a 3-disc DVD package that presents a
   unique dramatization of the life, death and resurrection of Christ, is
   now available through Greek Orthodox Telecommunications (GOTelecom), the
   television ministry of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America.

   The GOSPEL OF JOHN combines motion picture excellence with word for word
   authenticity on the life, death and resurrection of Jesus Christ.
   Additionally, the DVD release includes enhanced viewing mode throughout
   the film that features pop-ups with additional information of geography,
   historical events and religious figures.  A historical background section
   provides interviews with prominent scholars of theology and religion on
   the political and religious environment of the times.  An interactive map
   allows viewers to experience the miracles and major events of Jesus'
   life.  Special features also include a "Chapter and Verse" search
   function, the theatrical trailer, production notes, cast and filmmaker
   bios.

   In supporting the distribution of this film, His Grace Bishop Savas of
   Troas, Chancellor of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America commented,
   "Since the birth of cinema over a century ago, film makers have presented
   audiences with versions of the life, death and resurrection of Jesus
   Christ.  Some have been faithful to the Gospels; none have been entirely
   so.	Although nearly all have drawn from each of the four Gospels, most
   have combined this biblical material with imagined characters and
   invented scenes.  That is why this version is so important.	It is the
   first time a film maker has had the courage to record, in its entirety,
   without adulteration, the Good News according to one particular
   evangelist.	As such, it is an invaluable resource for religious
   educators, and one that belongs in every parish's video library."

   Taken from the American Bible Society's Good News Translation, THE GOSPEL
   OF JOHN is a production of Visual Bible International, Inc., a
   faith-based media company who is committed to creating films with
   exceptional production values that maintain the integrity of Biblical
   works.

   The 3-disc DVD is now available for $50, which includes shipping and
   handling.  For more information and for credit card orders for your
   parish or home, please contact GOTelecom at 212-774-0244, or send a check
   or money order to GOTelecom, 8 East 79th Street, New York, NY  10021.

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