The thoughts that come to my mind when I think of this film is gripping, an intense hour and 54 minutes, and nothing short of miraculous. A tourist family survived the aftermath of the 2004 tsunami that hit Southeast Asia. This is their story. As I watched this film in theatres it had restored my faith in humanity and reminded me kindess still exists even among people who never met or speak the same language. This is something we all need to be reminded of. You are invited to Cinema for the Soul on February 21st to watch this incredible film based on true events and stay after to discuss it. You are welcome to invite others and bring snacks or drinks to share.

WATCH THE MOVIE TRAILER AND AN INTERVIEW WITH MARIA BELON THE FILM IS BASED ON BELOW

Has Jesus ever spoken to you through a film's theme, character, or plot? If the answer is yes then let's talk about it! This is what Cinema for the Soul is all about.

You are invited to this FREE monthly event for ages 18-99 where we watch a film from a spiritual point of view. Afterwards you are encouraged to stay and discuss the film in small groups.
 
Through Cinema Divina (like Lectio Divina but using the film), I ask you to think about these questions:Then we will continue to discuss how the film relates to our faith and our daily lives.

The Cinema for the Soul ministry inspires us to grow closer to Christ through a film's story, characters, and dialogue and from each other's insights. Movies can be our modern day parables!

• Where is Christ present in the film?

• Which part of the film stood out to you and why?

• What is God's message to you through this film?
  
  ​​​Finally, as a result of viewing this film, what action is the Holy Spirit calling you to do in your life and the world?

My name is Brandie and one of my passions is film. I love to talk about films. I have always been fascinated about how movies are made. I love to learn about special effects, film composers, and acting. I enjoy collecting autographs and you will catch me at a movie convention somewhere. Since I was a little girl, almost every weekend my family and I made it an event to go to the movie theatre, watch the latest film, and then talk about it afterwards.

I am a big believer that God can speak to us through media, especially movies. On several occassions God has spoken to me through a film's storyline, character, or dialogue from a scene. Even if the film never mentions God, I believe his presence can be there. In some horror films there is a lesson to be learned about what can happen when you don't have God in your life. In 2012, I was challenged  to come up with a ministry that would draw Catholics to Christ in a new way. I was thinking, almost everybody watches movies at the theatre or at home and is talking about what they have seen. So, I created a ministry that would challenge the audience to watch a film from a spiritual point of view and find God's presence. The next movie you watch you might see or hear a message from God rather than just be entertained!

It doesn't matter how old you are or where you are from we can all learn from each other's experiences and insights from the films we watch. Therefore, I encourage you to stay after the film has ended, where we will meet in small groups to discuss the film with each other. You, the audience, make Cinema for the Soul what it is because you are willing to share your thoughts and your faith with each other.

I want to thank everyone who has attended a Cinema for the Soul night. It is because of your support that this ministry has been going strong since 2012. You are always welcome to invite others and bring snacks to share. I look forward to seeing you at the next movie night! -Brandie

Here is a list of the films we have watched and discussed since we began in 2012.