“Armor of Light” Gun Violence Through the Lens of Faith, April 28

“Armor of Light” is a documentary film about two people: Reverend Rob Schenck, an evangelical minister who tries to find the moral strength to preach about the growing toll of gun violence in America, and Lucy McBath, the devout, bereaved mother of a 17-year-old son shot to death by a man who complained to a car full of teenagers that their music was too loud, who has made her son's tragic death the impetus of her crusade for stricter gun laws.

“The Armor of Light” follows these two opposites who, remarkably, become allies through their trials of conscience, heartbreak and rejection, as they bravely work to help others consider the moral and spiritual dimensions of firearms and violence.

The film offers an uncompromising look at our fractured political culture and asserts that, indeed,

people can come together across deep cultural and party divides to find common ground.

The documentary was created by Abigail Disney, granddaughter of Walt Disney, an Emmy-winning director and producer, philanthropist and the CEO and president of Fork Films. She is an active supporter of peacebuilding, is passionate about advancing women's roles in the public sphere, and focuses her work on vital social issues.

All are invited to attend the film’s viewing and participate in the in-depth follow-up conversation, on Saturday, April 28, from 6:30 to 9 p.m. The discussion will be led by Bob Stains, a Senior Associate at Essential Partners (formerly the Public Conversations Project), and his own Danvers-based practice, who worked with the film's producers to create its discussion guides. Stains has brought people together for the past 24 years to engage in constructive conversations about abortion, firearms. gender, race, religion, politics and more.

The suggested donation to view the movie, participate in discussion, and enjoy light refreshments is $10 to help defray the cost of the film's rental.

Seating is limited. Please call the All Saints Parish Office at 978-774-1150 or email allstoffice@gmail.com to reserve your space.

All Saints North Shore is conveniently located directly across from Danvers Town Hall, on the corner of Holten and Cherry Street. Entrance for the viewing will be through the second red door from the corner, at 46 Cherry Street, Danvers, MA. Ample on-street parking is available and there is a convenient municipal lot on Elm Street.