A New Film Asks the Church to Become One Again

Press play on the trailer above to get your first look at That They May Be One.

What if the prayer Jesus prayed the night before His death is still being answered today? That's the bold question at the heart of That They May Be One, a brand-new docudrama coming to theaters this spring. Mark your calendar now: the film hits the big screen for two nights only, on May 19th and 20th, 2026.

The Story Behind the Title

On the night before He was crucified, Jesus prayed something powerful for His followers: "that they may all be one" (John 17). That single sentence is where the film gets its name, and its mission.

For hundreds of years, Christians have been divided into many different denominations. But what if God has been quietly working the whole time to bring His people back together? That They May Be One sets out to tell that story.

More Than a Documentary

This isn't your average faith film. That They May Be One is a docudrama, which means it mixes two styles into one experience. You get real interviews with pastors, scholars, and Christian leaders. You also get dramatic reenactments that bring history to life, almost like watching a movie inside a documentary.

A Story That Spans Generations

The film follows a thread of God's work that stretches across more than 100 years. It travels from the prayers of St. Elena Guerra, who inspired Pope Leo XIII to dedicate the 1900s to the Holy Spirit, to a powerful outpouring of the Spirit in Topeka, Kansas. From there, the story moves to the famous Azusa Street revival and a surprising spiritual awakening among Catholics at Duquesne University in 1967.

You'll also see major biblical moments come to life on screen, including the day of Pentecost and Jesus' own prayer in John 17.

Featuring Voices You'll Recognize

The film brings together respected Christian voices from many different backgrounds. Pastor and author Francis Chan is part of the lineup, along with theologians and church leaders like Dr. Mary Healy, Dr. David Cole, Fr. Dave Pivonka, Heather Khym, and Deacon Ralph Poyo. They speak honestly about unity, renewal, and what the Holy Spirit is doing in the Church right now.

Why This Film Matters

We live in a time when the world feels more divided than ever. Christians often feel that same split, even within their own faith. That They May Be One offers a different vision. It's an invitation to look past the walls we've built and rediscover the Spirit who is still moving today.

The film isn't just asking you to watch. It's asking you to pray, hope, and act.

How to Be Part of It

Get Your Tickets

Head to Fathom Entertainment to grab your seat for May 19th or 20th.

Bring a Group

Want to make it a church or small group event? You can sign up to take a group on the official site.

Join the Prayer Journey

From May 15th to May 24th, the team is hosting 10 Days in the Upper Room, a free prayer plan sent right to your inbox. It's the perfect way to prepare your heart before seeing the film. Sign up here.

Final Thoughts

If the trailer above moved you, don't keep it to yourself. Share it. Invite a friend. Bring your small group. Jesus prayed that we would be one, and this film is a reminder that His prayer is still alive, still working, and still calling us together.

That They May Be One arrives in theaters May 19 and 20, 2026. Learn more at thattheymaybeonefilm.com.