What kind of movie is the church people?

A heartfelt and laugh-out-loud comedy film, Church People is the story of real people with real struggles and their unique paths to discovering what faith in Jesus is all about. It all See full summary » Check out our editors’ picks for the best movies and shows coming your way in May. Want to share IMDb’s rating on your own site?

Can a church show a movie at home?

Many pastors and church leaders assume that churches are somehow exempt from copyright issues when it comes to showing movies at church. Unfortunately this is not true. The rules are clear: when you buy or rent a movie, it is for personal use – meaning you can show it at home with family and friends.

Is there a church movie license for Outreach Films?

Plus, many of the films Outreach provides include web and social media graphics and even discussion questions. Some films also have coordinated promotional materials, small group curriculum or even sermons available for purchase separately so you can plan a church-wide event around your movie night.

Can a movie be shown in a group?

Most movies are intended for personal, private viewing only. If you’re watching a movie in a group with your family and friends in your home, there is no issue under copyright law.

Can a church show a movie at a church event?

My church has the CVLI, so we can show movies at any church event that we do. This license only pertains to a church showing movies “in its facility (ies.)” This means that if you have a current CVLI (Church Video License), you may show any legally obtained movie in your church property. (See points 1 and 4 on this page at CVLI.com .)

When does church people come out on DVD?

Church People – Coming Soon to Digital and DVD! Weary from the showiness and materialism that has overtaken his ministry efforts, Guy (Ramsey) goes on a journey to get back in touch with the heart of ministry and be a real role model to his youth group kids.

Can a church pay for a movie license?

Movies are protected by copyright law in the United States to ensure fair compensation for the filmmakers, but the blanket licenses for music and media most churches pay for do not cover the movies we represent. LifeWay Films provides church site licenses to make sure your church shows the movie in compliance with the law.

Most movies are intended for personal, private viewing only. If you’re watching a movie in a group with your family and friends in your home, there is no issue under copyright law.