I don't go to movies very frequently. That is an understatement. I think I have seen four movies in the last ten years. However, I participated in the on-line petition to bring 'October Baby' to town, so when they did, I had to support it. And I am glad I did.
Apparently, the movie was released in just three southern states, since it was written as a commentary on a referendum there to determine at what point life begins - conception or actual birth. The movie was scheduled to be released to a wider audience next month. And the book will be written from the movie this fall - kinda opposite to the 'normal' way thay is done.
Bring your kleenex. I did hear some open sobbing at one point. But I was moved more by the portrayal of the power of forgiveness, than the pro-life message. Without giving away any of the story line, it is truly amazing how much one is freed when we forgive those who have harmed us in any way. And, conversely, how much we are truly held hostage by our unwillingness to forgive, and all the damage that is done when we refuse to forgive. To truly forgive someone is cathartic, and that message comes across loud and clear.
I also thought that was an especially pertinent message in this Easter season, as we ponder, and marvel at, the forgiveness given us by Almighty God through the death and Resurrection of His Son, our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, and how liberating that forgiveness really is. May we all be given the grace to follow His example, and in readily forgiving one another, truly help to build the Father's Kingdom of true and lasting peace.
:)
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