Holy Family: Historical Documentary Film Premiere

Holy Family: A Bridge Between Communities, From Cabrini-Green to Lawndale and Beyond

This film documents and honors over 40 years of impact led by Holy Family, uplifting the stories of families, educators, and community leaders who sustained a powerful legacy through faith, education, and service.

This project is deeply rooted in preserving an important chapter of Chicago’s history while highlighting the connective thread between communities across generations.

Credits:

Director: Jay Simon IV (Jay Simon Production Studios)

Cinematographer: Simeon Frierson (Visual Manifesto)

Gaffer: Ryan Campbell

Editor: Jake Guerrero (Freedom Films)

Producer: Deana Spencer (Holy Family Ministries)

In collaboration with:

Holy Family Ministries

HOLY FAMILY LUTHERAN CHURCH

North Lawndale Historical & Cultural Society

Chicago History Museum

With support from:

Fenton Family Foundation

Grateful to everyone who contributed their time, trust, and stories to this project. This is what it

means to use film as a tool for preservation and impact.

#Documentary #HistoricPreservation #ChicagoHistory #CommunityStorytelling #Filmmaking

#SocialImpact #NorthLawndale #CabriniGreen

Please arrive with time

Reception: 2 pm

Introductory remarks and screening: 2:30 pm

Panel Discussion: 3:30 pm

Is parking available?

Public parking is conveniently located one block north of the Museum at Clark and LaSalle Streets. Enter on Stockton Drive. The secure, well-lit parking facility is open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. The lot can accommodate up to 460 cars.

Self-parking
Event guests may self-park in the parking lot. Upon entering or exiting the Museum, attendees may have their tickets validated at the front desk. The validated rate is $11.00 per vehicle for 24 hours.