Documentary at Newark Library

Newark Public Library's Independent Film Series continues with an American film by director David Petersen.

Let the Church Say Amen is a powerful documentary about faith in the inner city.

Synopsis: Fifty years since the Brown vs. Board of Education decision to improve the lives of people of color in American society, the rewards have yet to reach many residents of Washington, DC, where that very court decision was made. Blocks away from the Capitol and White House stands a tiny storefront church, endeavoring to combat the street violence, unemployment, and homelessness that threaten American families living in poverty.

Over the course of a year, this feature-length documentary by Academy Award nominated director David Petersen follows four church members as they work to fulfill their dreams for a better life.

The film will be shown Sunday, May 15 at 2 p.m. Tickets are $10 and are available in advance at the library or at the door on the day of the show. Tasteful refreshment will be served following the show, and attendees are invited to stay for a casual discussion of the film.

Please reserve or purchase tickets early so the appropriate amount of refreshments can be made available. Call the library at 331.4370 for more information or to reserve your tickets.

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