About The Heart of Nuba
THIS WEEK:
Washington Cathedral Screening of The Heart of Nuba, Oct 20, 2108
A very special screenings of The Heart of Nuba took place on October 20, 2018, at the Washington National Cathedral in Washington, D.C. with guest appearances by Dr. Tom Catena's wife, Nasima, and Director and Producer Kenneth A. Carlson. A Q&A was held...
The Heart of Nuba Screens at the Academy
The Heart of Nuba screens at the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences.
The Heart of Nuba on NPR’s Film Week
“…praiseworthy, almost Nobel Prize praiseworthy.”
LA Times Reviews The Heart of Nuba
“gripping, inspiring documentary.”
Nightline Interviews Kenneth A. Carlson
What it’s like being the only doctor in war-torn Sudan’s Nuba Mountains
Catholic New York
‘Heart of Nuba’ Tells of Catholic Doctor’s Service and Selflessness
Sr. Rose of National Catholic Reporter
“Catena’s respect for the dignity of the Nuba people is profound.”
New York Times
“…a moving and remarkable story.”
Hollywood Reporter
‘Saints Don’t Always Look the Way You’d Expect’
The Heart of Nuba on CNN
“If I Leave, People Will Die”
Roger’s Movie Nation
“Not every deserving person can win the Nobel Peace Prize…It seems the least society can do to honor them and shine a light on their good deeds is produce a good documentary about them.”
Dr.Tom Catena — 2017 Aurora Prize Laureate
The Aurora Humanitarian Initiative honors esteemed Catholic Missionary physician in war-torn Sudan for rekindling faith in humanity.
Video: iHeart radio
Interview with Deborah Kobylt
Sudan: George Clooney and John Prendergast in Washington Post
Press From George Clooney and John Prendergast, of coalition member Enough! Project, on events in Sudan: "..Though [former military leader] Burhan has said the military council would name a civilian prime minister and cabinet, he has not committed to...
A Message from Dr. Tom on Events in Sudan
Sudan News "April 11th, 2019 will hopefully be a big day in Sudanese history as it was the day that dictator Omar al-Bashir and his henchmen were removed from power after a 30 year reign of terror. He has presided over 3 separate bloody civil...
Sudan: HRW on What Needs to Happen Next
Press FROM OUR COALITION MEMBERS: "The end of Omar al-Bashir’s 30-year rule provides a momentous opportunity for Sudan to put respect for human rights and rule of law at the center of its transition, Human Rights Watch said today. Sudan’s authorities...
FEATURES:
Sudan: George Clooney and John Prendergast in Washington Post
Press From George Clooney and John Prendergast, of coalition member Enough! Project, on events in Sudan: "..Though [former military leader] Burhan has said the military council would name a civilian prime minister and cabinet, he has not committed to...
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A Message from Dr. Tom on Events in Sudan
Sudan News "April 11th, 2019 will hopefully be a big day in Sudanese history as it was the day that dictator Omar al-Bashir and his henchmen were removed from power after a 30 year reign of terror. He has presided over 3 separate bloody civil...
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Sudan: HRW on What Needs to Happen Next
Press FROM OUR COALITION MEMBERS: "The end of Omar al-Bashir’s 30-year rule provides a momentous opportunity for Sudan to put respect for human rights and rule of law at the center of its transition, Human Rights Watch said today. Sudan’s authorities...
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The Heart of Nuba Awarded at Cinema for Peace in Berlin
On Februrary 11 The Heart of Nuba was honored with the Most Valuable Documentary Award at Cinema for Peace in Berlin on February 11. Katrina Carlson performed the film’s song “Bloom” for the audience. As an extra blessing, Dr. Tom was able to join us and...
read moreA Special Message from Dr. Tom Catena
We received a very special Holiday message from Dr. Tom this year, thanking those who have supported The Heart of Nuba and the Mother of Mercy Hospital, and filling us in on plans for the coming year. Click on image to watch. [video_lightbox_vimeo5...
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Dr. Tom Catena Receives Doctor of the Year Award
Dr. Tom was just awarded the 2018 Catholic Doctor of the Year award, from the Mission Doctors Association in Los Angeles. "Since 1959, the Mission Doctors Association has trained, sent and supported Catholic doctors and their families who come from across...
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The Heart of Nuba on Voice of America
The Voice of America has included three excellent segments on The Heart of Nuba in their international coverage in late October and November. Voice of America provides trusted and objective news and information in 45 languages to a measured weekly audience...
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October 20: The Heart of Nuba Screening at Washington Cathedral
Saturday, October 20 the Darfur Interfaith Network's will screen The Heart of Nuba at Washington National Cathedral in D.C. If you live in the area or can be in DC, mark your calendars now. And contact us for...
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August 2018: A Message from Dr. Tom
We were so delighted to receive this message from Dr. Tom in August, from "the bush" of the Nuba mountains. Your participation and support has meant so much to him, and to the families of the Nuba mountains. Please continue. If you haven't yet donated,...
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UN Dispatch: Tom Catena is a Hero Doctor of Sudan’s Nuba Mountains (Podcast)
Mark Leon Goldberg interviews Dr. Tom in Yerevan, Armenia where he was on hand to participate in events around the Aurora Prize for Awakening Humanity. Goldberg says "This is a powerful conversation with a true humanitarian who has saved countless lives in...
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