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West Hartford Ministry Hosting Film Screening On Immigration Enforcement
The event will take place at a local retreat center in West Hartford this week, with the documentary focusing on the hot-button issue.
WEST HARTFORD, CT — With immigration law enforcement a divisive issue during these times politically, a local ministry is hosting a special documentary on the topic.
The JustFaith Social Justice Ministry at Holy Family Retreat Center will host a screening of the documentary "Borderland: The Line Within" on Thursday, Feb. 12, from 6 to 8:30 p.m. in West Hartford.
The 2024 film, directed by veteran filmmaker Pamela Yates, examines the business of immigration enforcement and its human impact, according to organizers.
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The screening will take place in the main conference room at Holy Family Retreat Center, 303 Tunxis Road, West Hartford.
A facilitated discussion and refreshments are scheduled to follow the film.
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Admission is free, though organizers will accept voluntary donations to benefit Hartford Deportation Defense.
Attendees are encouraged to register in advance at holyfamilyretreat.org/borderland. For more information, contact Sr. Elaine Betoncourt of the JustFaith Social Justice Ministry.
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