From a Small Gathering in Rome to a Global Audience: Art, Music, and Testimony in Chris Hedges’ Documentary
I am truly happy and proud: our small event at St. Paul’s Within the Walls in #Rome has been included in the new documentary by prominent American journalist Chris Hedges, Pulitzer Prize–winning journalist and The New York Times best-selling author.
What took place on November 30 was, from the very beginning, much more than a public gathering. It was an encounter shaped by art, music, prayer, and testimony — a collective act of solidarity with the Palestinian people. For me, it was already a deeply moving and meaningful afternoon, marked by attention, care, and a shared sense of responsibility.
The extraordinary participation made it unforgettable. The words of the church’s rector opened a space for reflection; the musical performances carried emotion through the nave; those who chose to speak offered courage and clarity; and the drawings displayed along the central aisle transformed the church into a living gallery of witness and conscience. Art was not decoration — it was presence, resistance, and memory.
Knowing now that Chris Hedges’ words from that afternoon have been highlighted and included in a documentary reaching a wider audience fills me with joy. It confirms that even a small event, rooted in a specific place and community, can resonate far beyond its walls. What we build together — through images, voices, and shared commitment — can travel, connect, and endure.
This inclusion is not only a personal honor; it is a reminder that collective gestures matter. They become part of a larger narrative, one that insists on dignity, justice, and the power of testimony.
A special thanks to Milena Soci.
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