Attend free premiere of documentary, God is Alive | Incredible stories of faith and miraculous events in Central Illinois, July 8 in Springfield
In a world full of selfishness, hardships, and despair, more and more people are asking, “God, are you up there?” God is Alive, an original documentary, created and produced by the Diocese of Springfield in Illinois, answers that question in an adventurous, impactful, and local way. God is Alive takes viewers to Jerseyville, Springfield, Peoria, Quincy, and Decatur and features five incredible stories of faith/miraculous events that most will be surprised to learn about and touch on many things people struggle with such as prayer, feeling unforgivable, and dealing with an incredible hardship.
“If you are full of faith, clinging to faith, or have lost hope in faith, we invite you to watch this one-hour documentary during this special premiere night at SHG that will make you laugh and cry, but most importantly, get you inspired, move you to hope, and fall in love with faith in a whole new way,” said Andrew Hansen, creator of the documentary and editor of Catholic Times. “We set out to find ‘jaw-dropping’ stories of miraculous events and people — who despite pain or hardships found light and joy in unexpected ways. Miracles still happen, and they are happening in Central Illinois.”
In March, priests of the Diocese of Springfield in Illinois and Bishop Thomas John Paprocki were the first to watch the documentary.
“The documentary was awesome, and I encourage people to go see it,” said Bishop Paprocki, who will make a special guest appearance at the premiere July 8. “It tells some incredible stories of faith, healing, and real miracles, so go watch it.”
“What was so great was the stories,” said Father Steven Arisman, pastor of St. Francis Solanus Parish in Quincy. “Each one of the stories has something that is inspiring and so moving, and I really think they will shape people’s minds and really remind people that God is alive. Go check it out.”
The premiere takes place Saturday, July 8 at Sacred Heart-Griffin High School in Springfield at 7 p.m. To R.S.V.P. to the free showing and watch the trailer, go to dio.org/documentary.