BACK TO BUCHA
Coming April 2023
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Finding the Spirit in Ukraine.
Like the USA Ukraine is a largely Christian nation (Ukrainian Orthodox mostly with a large segment of Ukrainian Greek Catholics), though all the major religions are represented (President Zelensky is Jewish, for instance). Unlike the USA there are relatively few Protestants, and Back to Bucha features a Charismatic church forced online by the war, a Lutheran church with a lady pastor in Kyiv, even a Presbyterian minister from Dallas leading a Reformed congregation in Lviv. Steve Richards' 2nd visit to Ukraine began in January and February 2023, coincided with the one-year mark of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, and were highlighted by screenings of Trek to Bucha shot in March and April 2022. What was most striking since his first visit in Spring 2022 are the women and moms he encountered talking about God and how He is looking out for them. The ladies are back. Why? Because they want to raise their kids in their own homes in their own country. For more click here. |
The Director
Steve Richards directs and produces all of TheoEco’s documentaries. He went to Ukraine to film Trek to Bucha in late March 2022 for a month-long shoot that is the basis for the film. With five documentaries under his belt, he started TheoEco in 2015. (For his filmography click here.) |
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Trailer
Check out the trailer by clicking here! |
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Select Posts and Video from Ukraine in the Winter of 2023...
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Lots of Spirit in Bucha and Irpin Driving the Recovery.
One visit to Jul’s Coffee and Peace (formerly Jul’s Coffee and Wine) tells you about all you need to know about Bucha – and Ukraine’s – spirit, and the reality of its economics. For more click here.
One visit to Jul’s Coffee and Peace (formerly Jul’s Coffee and Wine) tells you about all you need to know about Bucha – and Ukraine’s – spirit, and the reality of its economics. For more click here.
Finding the Spirit in Ukraine - From a Coffee Shop to a Church to a Bistro to a Cathedral.
I’ve visited a 1,000-year-old Orthodox monastery, a Ukrainian Catholic Cathedral, and the most infamous building in Ukraine – St. Andrew’s Orthodox Church in Bucha. I even found a German Evangelical Lutheran Church in Kyiv. For more click here.
I’ve visited a 1,000-year-old Orthodox monastery, a Ukrainian Catholic Cathedral, and the most infamous building in Ukraine – St. Andrew’s Orthodox Church in Bucha. I even found a German Evangelical Lutheran Church in Kyiv. For more click here.
You might think this is a story and video about a Kindergarten anywhere in the USA. Until you get to the bomb shelter.
In Ukraine no one has a normal life. What is normal? A mother’s instinct to raise her children in her home, in safety and in school. For more click here.
In Ukraine no one has a normal life. What is normal? A mother’s instinct to raise her children in her home, in safety and in school. For more click here.
Steve Richards and friends at the Trek to Bucha premiere at Viktoria Park Hotel in Bucha, February 5, 2023
Join Us
One story can move mountains.
Through our strategic approach to distribution and community engagement, Back to Bucha will reach a national and international audience. Our goal is to further support Ukraine and our universal fight for liberty. Here’s how we’re planning to do it:
One story can move mountains.
Through our strategic approach to distribution and community engagement, Back to Bucha will reach a national and international audience. Our goal is to further support Ukraine and our universal fight for liberty. Here’s how we’re planning to do it:
- Partnerships with influencers in the areas of faith, academia, and media
- Screenings & discussions at top universities and libraries
- Grassroots faith outreach to churches and community centers
- National television broadcast on PBS
- Digital release on iTunes, Amazon, Vimeo, and streaming services
Screen Back to Bucha! for Your Group
We are currently booking screening dates beginning in late April 2023. Screenings will take place at churches/community centers, film festivals, universities and partner sponsored events. So, if you have a group that backs Ukraine – and wants to be entertained, informed, and inspired – we'd love to welcome you to the tour!
We are currently booking screening dates beginning in late April 2023. Screenings will take place at churches/community centers, film festivals, universities and partner sponsored events. So, if you have a group that backs Ukraine – and wants to be entertained, informed, and inspired – we'd love to welcome you to the tour!
How it Works
What’s required of your group? Basically, just screening facilities (for in-person events), and promotional assistance. Refreshments are optional. Don’t have a screen? A/V equipment can be arranged. So, make it an event and invite the broader community. Here’s all that’s necessary:
We will also be holding virtual screenings, complete with Q&A, online fundraising, and optional livestreams of the event.
What’s required of your group? Basically, just screening facilities (for in-person events), and promotional assistance. Refreshments are optional. Don’t have a screen? A/V equipment can be arranged. So, make it an event and invite the broader community. Here’s all that’s necessary:
- Set a date
- Print invites and post on social media
- Send a few emails
- Have a great event!
- 50% of net proceeds go to a Ukrainian support organization you choose.
We will also be holding virtual screenings, complete with Q&A, online fundraising, and optional livestreams of the event.
Our Partners
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Ukrainian Catholic University
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In every human Breast, God has implanted a Principle, which we call Love of Freedom; it is impatient of Oppression, and pants for Deliverance. - Phillis Wheatley - 1774
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