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Re-Release of Explosive Film Spotlights Christian Killings in Turkey
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Christian News Wire
Contact: Jake Olson, 918-894-5586 ext. 12; Malatya
TULSA, Okla., March 21, 2011 /Christian Newswire/ -- Nolan Dean
Films/Stuff of Earth Media has just re-released their powerful
documentary, Malatya, a feature length film about the brutal killings
of three Christians in Turkey in 2007. The film's long awaited
re-issue coincides with the April 18th anniversary of the tragic
event.
To mark the anniversary, Malatya's producers are asking churches
nationwide to join them in a global day of prayer for Turkey. They
also ask pastors to present the film to their congregations as a way
to raise awareness of the persecution Christians face today in that
Muslim nation.
"There is a powerful need to expose these tragic deaths to the light
and bring a healing within Turkey that touches believers and Muslims,"
said Nolan Dean, Director of Malatya. "I ask pastors nationwide to
mobilize their church for a special day of prayer for Turkey and to
show this powerful film to their church body and loved ones. I believe
Malatya is an amazing story of forgiveness and forbearance in tragedy
and why we all need to unite together in prayer for the healing of the
Turkish people."
The story of Malatya traces the tragic killings of three Turkish
believers in 2007 by five Muslim teens--a crime which sent shockwaves
throughout Turkey and devastated Turkish Christians nationwide. The
film also follows the men's families in the aftermath of the murders
and their decision to show God's mercy despite the religious
persecution they experience.
Since its release in 2009, Malatya has received rave reviews for its
gritty portrayal of the tragedy as well as the deep cultural divide
that now exists for many in Turkey today.
"Turkey has had to come to grips with the fact that Christians were
martyred in the name of Islam," says Steve Husmann, producer of
Malatya. "I think many Muslims have been challenged with that awful
truth and how they view their spiritual beliefs in the face of it. The
tragedy of these murders has moved well beyond the singularity of one
incident and into the consciousness of a nation. That's where we pray
they find healing and discover the truly transforming love of Jesus
Christ."
Malatya is today being re-released with brand new music, a new
website, and other production changes. The film can be ordered online
at www.Malatyafilm.com with free group licenses for churches available
for the cost of a single DVD ($14.99). Producers are also offering
packs of 20 DVDs for $100 to sell after the showing or as special
gifts to attendees.
For more information about Malatya, please visit www.Malatyafilm.com.
For information about the Global Day of Prayer for Turkey, visit
www.prayforturkey.com.
From: A. Papazian
http://www.christiannewswire.com/news/2920116521.html
Christian News Wire
Contact: Jake Olson, 918-894-5586 ext. 12; Malatya
TULSA, Okla., March 21, 2011 /Christian Newswire/ -- Nolan Dean
Films/Stuff of Earth Media has just re-released their powerful
documentary, Malatya, a feature length film about the brutal killings
of three Christians in Turkey in 2007. The film's long awaited
re-issue coincides with the April 18th anniversary of the tragic
event.
To mark the anniversary, Malatya's producers are asking churches
nationwide to join them in a global day of prayer for Turkey. They
also ask pastors to present the film to their congregations as a way
to raise awareness of the persecution Christians face today in that
Muslim nation.
"There is a powerful need to expose these tragic deaths to the light
and bring a healing within Turkey that touches believers and Muslims,"
said Nolan Dean, Director of Malatya. "I ask pastors nationwide to
mobilize their church for a special day of prayer for Turkey and to
show this powerful film to their church body and loved ones. I believe
Malatya is an amazing story of forgiveness and forbearance in tragedy
and why we all need to unite together in prayer for the healing of the
Turkish people."
The story of Malatya traces the tragic killings of three Turkish
believers in 2007 by five Muslim teens--a crime which sent shockwaves
throughout Turkey and devastated Turkish Christians nationwide. The
film also follows the men's families in the aftermath of the murders
and their decision to show God's mercy despite the religious
persecution they experience.
Since its release in 2009, Malatya has received rave reviews for its
gritty portrayal of the tragedy as well as the deep cultural divide
that now exists for many in Turkey today.
"Turkey has had to come to grips with the fact that Christians were
martyred in the name of Islam," says Steve Husmann, producer of
Malatya. "I think many Muslims have been challenged with that awful
truth and how they view their spiritual beliefs in the face of it. The
tragedy of these murders has moved well beyond the singularity of one
incident and into the consciousness of a nation. That's where we pray
they find healing and discover the truly transforming love of Jesus
Christ."
Malatya is today being re-released with brand new music, a new
website, and other production changes. The film can be ordered online
at www.Malatyafilm.com with free group licenses for churches available
for the cost of a single DVD ($14.99). Producers are also offering
packs of 20 DVDs for $100 to sell after the showing or as special
gifts to attendees.
For more information about Malatya, please visit www.Malatyafilm.com.
For information about the Global Day of Prayer for Turkey, visit
www.prayforturkey.com.
From: A. Papazian