The Gospel Films Archive is a multi-volume collection of rare and vintage Christian dramas and documentaries produced throughout the 20th century by independent Christian producers as well as major Hollywood studios. The GFA Missions Collection documents the profoundly important pioneer work of individuals and organizations in missionary fields worldwide.

Includes three film classics: Word of Fire, Peace Child, and Through Gates of Splendor.

John Palmer, an American Christian visiting the UK comes across a suicidal British atheist who is about to throw himself off a bridge. Will John convince the man to turn to Christ and live or will John be overcome by his own weaknesses and doubts? Starring Bruce Marchiano (The Encounter) and Richard Brimblecombe (For Love's Sake).

Nearly 100 years after the Pilgrim’s landed at Plymouth Rock, the New England colonists had largely traded the Christian ideals of their fore-bearers for the gods of material success. But then the Great Awakening swept through New England and the other British colonies bringing about a powerful spiritual renewal. Through the use of extensive source material, unique still images, and interviews with history scholars, this documentary traces the origins of the Great Awakening and follows its progression throughout the colonies.

This story deals with the later stages of Handel's life, leading up to the composing of his masterpiece "Messiah." During his early years in London, Handel had enjoyed the King's patronage and people flocked to the theatres to see his operas. But soon fashionable society turned against him. Plagued by financial worries and ill health and abandoned by almost everyone except those closest to him, Handel shut himself away and worked day and night on "Messiah."

Based on Jonathan Swift's 18th century immortal tale, this animated feature includes wonderful songs and endearing characters. It took nearly 700 artists to complete this 1939 feature film, which was directed by Dave Fleischer and produced by Max Fleischer for Fleischer Studios.

Biblical theologian Dietrich Bonhoeffer was executed by the Nazis just days before the Allies defeated Germany in World War II. This gripping documentary narrated by Ed Asner captures the life, times, and thought of Bonhoeffer. Using rare archival footage, documents, and visits to original locations, we get an intimate portrait of a man whose life and writings grow in their influence and speak powerfully to issues of our own day some 50 years later. How does a man of peace come to assist violence in combating unrestrained evil?

This follow-up to Heavens to Betsy is a delightful faith-based comedy with a poignant message about honoring God, no matter what the cost.

The made-for-television version of Johanna Spyri's family classic. Heidi (Jennifer Edwards), a young orphan girl, is sent to live with her grandfather (Michael Redgrave) in the beautiful Swiss Alps. The gruff and bitter old man views Heidi at first as an ill-mannered child and an unwanted responsibility, but he soon becomes quite attached to her.

During World War II the residents of a remote region of France resisted the Nazis and their collaborators thus saving the lives of thousands of Jews and other refugees. Hear the heroic stories of bravery and mercy from those who were there.

Four ladies entertain with down-home charm and wit while demonstrating the fun-filled process of baking fresh breads.

Four ladies entertain with down-home charm and wit while providing instruction, practical tips, and fun-filled insight into the unique art of candle making.

Four ladies entertain with down-home charm and wit while teaching useful and fun canning skills.

Four ladies entertain with down-home charm and wit while teaching a wealth of fun and helpful kitchen essentials that will make your culinary adventures richly memorable.

Four ladies entertain with down-home charm and wit while teaching a host of practical crafting skill sets.

Four ladies entertain with down-home charm and wit while offering helpful instruction in making wonderful dairy dishes.

Four ladies entertain with down-home charm and wit while teaching the timeless skills of gardening.

Four ladies entertain with down-home charm and wit while inspiring you to use herbs for both delectable cooking and invigorating natural health.

Four ladies entertain with warmth, hospitality, and southern charm while teaching a host of quilting skills and techniques.

Four ladies entertain with down-home charm and wit while teaching a wide range of fun and useful sewing skills.

Four ladies entertain with down-home charm and wit while providing instructive step-by-steps, artful how-tos, and advice in the enjoyable and highly useful activity of making soap.

An inspiring documentary film about ordinary women bringing extraordinary hope in unlikely places.

Beth and her Brother, Digger, can hardly wait for the Christmas celebration to come, so they are excited to learn that the church has a special season of waiting and preparing in expectation of the coming Savior: the season of Advent.

An intimate portrait of the influential missionary's life and legacy.