Thy Will, Not My Will

 

Video Description:

In this short documentary, Thy Will, Not My Will, we follow the inspirational story of Christina Pascua, who was involved in a devastating car accident at the age of 21 years old. Despite a successful life-saving surgery, she had become paralyzed from the neck down and was told from the doctors that she would never be able to walk again. See how this accident challenged her and her faith to become the woman of God she is today.

Contest: 2016 Share the Story Contest
Created By: Sherwin Acidera
Location: Ewa Beach, HI, USA
Parish: Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church
Diocese: Honolulu
Filmmaker Age: 25
Experience Level: Expert
Video Length: 7:00

Filmmaker Bio:

Sherwin Acidera, director of this short documentary, Thy Will, Not My Will, is a film student graduate of the Academy for Creative Media at the University of Hawai’i at Manoa. He enjoys making films that are positive + inspiring, allowing the audience to reflect on life.

Filmmaking Advice:

A pre-interview stage is key into shaping your subject’s story for the film. Get to know your subject before filming/going through the interview process. From here, you can create your lists of questions and get an idea of the direction you would like the film to go.

Credits:

Directed, Produced, Shot + Edited By:

Sherwin Acidera

Featuring:

Christina Pascua

Special Thanks:

The Holy Trinity

The Pascua Family

St. Joseph Church

Mark Galdiano

Richard Calderon

Tom Bramwell

Anytime Fitness

Jermel-Lynn Quillopo

Hawaii News Now

Blake Abes

6 comments on “Thy Will, Not My Will”

1. Lisa Tabangcura on July 29, 2016 at 1:12 am said:

   God does work in mysterious ways. I am so thankful that God put Christina in my life. She has brought out the good in me. Always reminding me to have faith, and trust God. I always felt that God has reasons for everything we just dont see it. Her story is truly inspiring. She has touched the lives of many.

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2. Joven Miranda on July 28, 2016 at 6:16 pm said:

   Very inspiring and God bless!

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3. Joven Miranda on July 28, 2016 at 6:15 pm said:

   Very inspiring,Christina! God speed and very proud of you.

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4. Linda Vance on July 28, 2016 at 5:17 pm said:

   Christina. Through your anguish and challenges you are helping each and every one of us to be grateful even in the face of our fears and weaknesses. Your story is beautiful and compelling. Thank you for showing us firsthand that His will be done and there is always a meaning and a purpose for each of us. Your beautiful video will remind me to appreciate every moment of this beautiful life. Blessings~ Linda

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5. Jerry and Lalaine Quibuyen on July 28, 2016 at 1:58 pm said:

   Thank you Lord, our God for saving Christina and helping and guiding her. I am so sorry that I was so occupied of work. I am so sorry Christina for not helping and supporting you during your suffering. I always knew how determined and strong young lady you are, with a big heart.. Love uncle Jerry

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6. Felie Membrere Cabanada on July 28, 2016 at 1:45 pm said:

   Very inspiring, touching, challenging story.
   Really true stories makes you wonder how God works a mysterious ways, miracle story.God is awesome, marvelous, worthy to be thankful for & praise Him & give Him all the glory & honor!!

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