ABOUT THE FILM
For the first time in history viewers will have the unique opportunity to experience the story of Jesus presented as a feature film entirely in American Sign Language. JESUS: a Deaf Missions film will take you on a journey with Jesus and his disciples. Witness His miracles, His transformative power, and His challenges to the religious elite in a time of high tension under Roman rule in Judea. The Jews were anticipating a Messiah, but Jesus was not what they expected. What the religious leaders orchestrated to be Jesus’ end instead changed the world forever. Immerse yourself in Jesus’ love as He offers hope, forgiveness, and eternal life. Don’t miss this historic film—produced for Deaf by Deaf—with a cast fluent in American Sign Language. Deaf producer / director Joseph D. Josselyn (of Deaf Missions) and Deaf producer Michael Davis (of GUM Vision Studio) bring the movie to life for Deaf audiences. The film includes a soundtrack and English subtitles.
“For the first time, I felt like I was not watching a movie from the outside but actually inside the movie itself. It was an overwhelming experience for me to see all the stories I know from the Bible in my heart language of ASL!”
Caleb Resch, YWAM Deaf World Jamaica
“It was incredibly moving to experience a Jesus movie entirely in American Sign Language—my heart language. I can’t wait to watch this movie with my family, Deaf Teen Quest family, and my friends!”
Brenda Sprunger, Director, Deaf Teen Quest
“JESUS: a Deaf Missions film is a stunning illustration presenting the true story of Jesus—no guesswork, no translation necessary, nor any interpretation needed for the viewer. Pure delightful access in witnessing the Word of God in our heart language. More importantly, seeing Jesus’ love and His pursuit of us communicated in ASL on screen is an unmatched experience.”
Jackson Brown, Deaf Ministry, The Grove Community Church
“I was overwhelmed with not just the signing of everything in ASL, but all those facial expressions and body language that Deaf people use. Top notch. Go watch it. Plan to watch it a few times because there is so much story to the life of Jesus. You will enjoy it again and again!”
Lance McWilliams
“THANK YOU! THANK YOU! THANK YOU! I truly believe that this film will become a catalyst for the gospel to spread among the Deaf community and not only in America, but worldwide.”
Carole McClelland, YWAM Deaf World
“It was beautiful, long-awaited, emotional, and just miraculous. For me, the best part was sitting next to my Deaf friend and hearing her gasp at scenes and cry at others. She said she felt like she was in heaven because she never thought she’d get to see Jesus speaking her language in her lifetime on earth.”
Jan Pride