Film screening: The Golden Chain of Mercy
Ground-breaking documentary 'The Golden Chain of Mercy', which reveals the untold story of the Australian and New Zealand connection to the Armenian genocide
May 2, 2025
A ground-breaking documentary reveals the untold story of the Australian and New Zealand connection to the Armenian genocide
All are invited to an exclusive Uniting Church screening of 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. This screening is being hosted in partnership with the Armenian Missionary Association of Australia.
Time: 2:30-5pm
Date: Saturday 24 May
Venue: Pitt Street Uniting Church, 264 Pitt Street, Sydney
Donations upon entry are welcome. Refreshments will be served prior to the screening - please register below for catering purposes.
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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