A ground-breaking documentary reveals the untold story of the Australian and New Zealand connection to the Armenian genocide

All are invited to attend a special Uniting Church screening of the award-winning and ground-breaking documentary The Golden Chain of Mercy, which reveals the untold story of the Australian and New Zealand connection to the Armenian genocide—a story of survivors, and of the Australian heroes who came to their aid.

These two screenings are hosted by the Uniting Church in Australia Assembly in partnership with the Armenian Missionary Association of Australia, and co-hosted with:

• United Theological College, North Parramatta
• Pitt Street Uniting Church, Sydney CBD

Donations upon entry are welcome. Refreshments will be served - please register below for catering purposes.

Event Details

United Theological College (UTC)

16 Masons Dr, North Parramatta

Tuesday 3 September 2025

7:00pm – Tea & coffee on arrival
7:30pm - 8:40pm – Golden Chain of Mercy screening
8:40pm – Supper UTC Auditorium

Presented by the Uniting Church Assembly in partnership with the Armenian Missionary Association of Australia and co-hosted with United Theological College.

Pitt Street Uniting Church

264 Pitt St, Sydney CBD

Wednesday 26 November 2025

2:30pm – Tea, coffee and afternoon tea on arrival
3:00pm - 4:10pm – Golden Chain of Mercy screening

Presented by the Uniting Church Assembly in partnership with the Armenian Missionary Association of Australia and co-hosted with Pitt Street Uniting Church.

The Golden Chain of Mercy (70 mins)

In the shadow of World War I, The Golden Chain of Mercy unveils a poignant story of survival and compassion that transcends borders. The Ottoman Empire on the verge of collapse and under the guise of war commits a genocide to erase the country’s ethnic minorities – Armenians, Greeks, Assyrians, from history. Amidst this darkness, a glimmer of hope emerges through the sacrifice of ANZAC unit fighters, alongside the benevolent citizens of Australia and New Zealand who came to their aid.

This ground-breaking documentary tells the story of survivors and is a tribute to the unsung heroes and missionaries who stretched ‘the Golden Chain of Mercy’ ring after ring across the globe, a testament to humanity’s unwavering resolve to uphold justice and kindness in the face of unimaginable adversity.

Content warning: Archival footage of deceased persons.

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