This Summer, in collaboration with our Social Ministry and as a continuation and evolution of our summer community forums, we are hosting a series of Wednesday evening community film screenings, followed by Sunday morning adult forums and follow-up community discussions. Through film and conversation, we will deepen our understanding of cultural and theological hot-button issues like what the Bible has to say about LGBTQIA+ inclusion, anti-Black racism and injustice across U.S. history, the humanitarian crisis in Gaza and Palestine, and more. These events are free and open to the public. All are welcome to gather with us in the Fireside Gallery.
JUNE 11, JULY 02, AUGUST 06 at 6:00 PM: FREE FILM SCREENING
JUNE 15, JULY 06, AUGUST 10 at 10:30 AM: SUNDAY ADULT FORUM
JUNE 25, JULY 16, AUGUST 20 at 6:00 PM: COMMUNITY IN CONVERSATION
1946: THE MISTRANSLATION THAT SHIFTED A CULTURE is a documentary film that investigates the grave consequences of an erroneous biblical translation of the word “homosexual;" chronicling the effect on culture, politics, religion, and the LGBTQIA+ community over the last century.
Directed by a collective of Palestinian and Israeli activists—Basel Adra, Hamdan Ballal, Yuval Abraham, and Rachel Szor— Oscar-winning documentary No Other Land is both a deeply personal chronicle and an urgent call to action. The film follows Basel, a young Palestinian activist documenting the destruction of his homeland in Masafer Yatta, a West Bank region facing forced displacement by Israeli military forces. Through his lens, we witness the relentless demolition of homes and the struggle of families fighting to remain on their land. Amidst the devastation, Basel forms an unexpected friendship with Yuval, an Israeli journalist who seeks to amplify his story. But as their bond deepens, the stark realities of their lived experiences challenge the limits of solidarity.
Hailed as “a devastating portrait” (The Hollywood Reporter) and “a vital, powerful, and damning document of resistance” (IndieWire), No Other Landhas been met with universal critical acclaim, holding a 100% score on Rotten Tomatoes. Its raw, unflinching storytelling cements it as one of the most important documentaries of the year.
(2024, 96 min.)