We get it. Many Catholics today long for reverence and sacred beauty, but they don’t know where to start.
That’s why we are creating the Traditional Latin Mass Guide Film Series —
a step-by-step journey that helps you understand and experience the ancient liturgy the way the Church has celebrated it for centuries.
Traditional Latin Mass Guide (Film Series)
Rediscover the Beauty of the Traditional Latin Mass. Understand. Participate. Fall in love with the Sacred Liturgy.
You love your faith — but the Latin Mass can feel unfamiliar.
What You’ll Discover
The structure of the Mass – From the Prayers at the Foot of the Altar to the Last Gospel.
The meaning behind every gesture and prayer – Why the priest faces East, why silence matters, and what’s really happening at the altar.
How to participate prayerfully – Even if you don’t know Latin.
Practical tips – What to bring, what to expect, and how to follow along with a missal.
Each video breaks down the Latin Mass in a clear, reverent, and approachable way — helping you move from confusion to confidence.
We want to bring this series to one million souls!
Pre-Production
We assembled the crew, secured the necessary permissions, and are currently working on the script and screenplay as we prepare for shooting.
Production $25,000
Two days of shooting, custom music, equipment, and some of the best experts in the industry—all to capture the beauty that the Mass deserves.
Promotion $5,000
That’s how we’re bringing the Traditional Latin Mass Guide Series to the people—we want to reach one million souls!
Film Crew
Damian Chlanda is a filmmaker and storyteller dedicated to capturing the beauty of faith through powerful visual narratives. With a passion for blending artistry and devotion, he brings a unique cinematic vision to every project he directs.
As the Director of the Traditional Latin Mass Guide Film Series, Damian leads the creative vision — weaving together sacred tradition, stunning visuals, and heartfelt storytelling to help viewers encounter the timeless beauty of the Mass in a fresh and inspiring way.
Lisa Bergman is the founder of St. Augustine Academy Press, a publishing house dedicated to restoring and preserving the treasures of the Catholic intellectual and spiritual tradition. With decades of experience translating, editing, and producing works of Catholic heritage, Lisa has become a trusted voice in bringing timeless beauty to today’s faithful.
As the scriptwriter for the Traditional Latin Mass Guide Film Series, Lisa draws on her deep love for the Church’s liturgy and her gift for clear, engaging storytelling to help viewers understand — and fall in love with — the sacred mysteries of the Mass.
Jon Cole is the founder of Jon Cole Media, a Chicago-based production company known for creating visually compelling perfection working with brands like: Wintrust, TripAdvisor, Budlight, Hyatt Regency and much more. With a background in cinematography and a passion for capturing the beauty, Jon brings both technical excellence and artistic vision to every project.
As the Director of Photography for the Traditional Latin Mass Guide Film Series, Jon’s work helps bring the reverence and timeless beauty of the liturgy to life on screen — allowing viewers to see the Mass through the lens of faith and wonder.
Mark Nowakowski is an acclaimed composer whose music bridges the sacred and the contemporary, drawing listeners into the mystery and beauty of faith. His compositions have been performed internationally and featured in both concert halls and film, celebrated for their emotional depth and spiritual resonance.
As the composer for the Traditional Latin Mass Guide Film Series, Mark’s original score weaves reverence and inspiration into every scene — creating a soundscape that echoes the timeless beauty of the liturgy and lifts the heart toward God.
Very Rev. Joshua Caswell serves as the Superior General of the Canons Regular of St. John Cantius in Chicago — a community devoted to the restoration of the sacred in liturgy, music, and culture. Known for his pastoral warmth and deep love for the Church’s traditions, Fr. Caswell has guided countless souls toward a deeper encounter with Christ through the beauty of the sacred liturgy.
As the guide for the Traditional Latin Mass Guide Film Series, Fr. Caswell leads viewers through the mysteries of the ancient rite with clarity, reverence, and insight — helping the faithful not only understand the Latin Mass, but truly enter into its divine beauty.
Help us bring the beauty of the Mass to the World
The Traditional Latin Mass has inspired saints, shaped civilizations, and lifted countless souls to God. Yet today, many Catholics have never truly encountered its depth and beauty.
Your support makes it possible to share this treasure — beautifully filmed, faithfully explained, and accessible to all — with parishes, families, and seekers around the world.
By contributing to this project, you’re not just funding a film series.
You’re helping restore a sense of reverence, pass on the faith, and draw hearts back to the altar.
Join us in preserving the sacred.
Every gift, large or small, helps bring this mission to life.