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Releases March 30 , 2017
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Facing Darkness
NEW
Releases March 30 , 2017
In 2014 , Samaritan ’ s Purse sent a team of medical professionals and missionaries to West Africa to combat the ferocious spread of Ebola . While serving , two of their own contracted the deadly virus , launching an unprecedented rescue effort by Samaritan ’ s Purse . Heart of Darkness tells their story . With gripping cinematography , the film captures the horrors of the illness and the bravery of those who combat it . “ The film shows the moment when the two were diagnosed with the illness ,” shares producer / directorArthur Rascoe . “ They knew the danger they were placing themselves in by going . They knew the circumstances . Those two were so strong in their faith . They held on to the truth of Romans 8 that God would be with them no matter what .” As their story unfolds on screen , the collective efforts of Samaritan ’ s Purse , along with other organizations is a testament to the human spirit . “ It was amazing to see Samaritan ’ s Purse refocus and do everything they could to get the best care for their people ,” he adds . “ A miraculous set of circumstances unfolded from the top tiers of African government to Emory University hospital . To see them all step up and work together was amazing . We hope that this film inspires a new generation of missionaries to go out into the world and serve .” Premiering in theaters March 30 for one night only , you can learn more about Samaritan ’ s Purse and Facing Darkness at facingdarknessmovie . com .
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1 . It ’ s estimated that more than 10,500 people in Liberia were infected with Ebola , and more than 4,800 people died from the virus . From Samaritan ’ s Purse , FACING DARKNESS . ( Photo credit : Samaritan ’ s Purse )
2 . Samaritan ’ s Purse flyers teach Liberians about Ebola . From FAC- ING DARKNESS . ( Photo credit : Samaritan ’ s Purse )
3 . Dr . Azaria Marthyman works with Samaritan ’ s Purse to treat Ebola patients . From FACING DARKNESS . ( Photo credit : Samaritan ’ s Purse )
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4 . Ebola spreads quickly because Liberians deny the virus is real and cling to traditional burial practices . From Samaritan ’ s Purse , FACING DARKNESS . ( Photo credit : Samaritan ’ s Purse )
5 . Gloves dry early in the Ebola epidemic , in Foya , Liberia . From Samaritan ’ s Purse , FACING DARKNESS . ( Photo credit : Samaritan ’ s Purse )
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