Screening of Documentary “Sugarcane” Sheds Light on Indigenous History and Unmarked Graves

Press Release

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Manasquan, NJ — The Holy Trinity Justice and Peace Advocacy Team, in collaboration with the Manasquan Quaker Meetinghouse and Trinity Episcopal Church of Asbury Park, invites the public to a special screening of the acclaimed documentary Sugarcane on Saturday, January 10, at 1 pm in Fellowship Hall at Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, 6 Osborn Ave, Manasquan.

Sugarcane explores the 2021 discovery of unmarked graves at an Indian residential school run by the Catholic Church in Canada. The film reveals the forced separation, assimilation, and abuse suffered by Indigenous children at these schools, bringing to light a painful chapter in North American history. The documentary has been described as “one of the most compelling and important documentaries of the year,” accumulating immense emotional power as it uncovers grave injustices.

Following the screening, attendees are invited to participate in a brief discussion. To register, please call the Holy Trinity office at 732-223-0533.