The Courageous Heart of Irena Sendler Social Justice Topics, Saints, Martyrs, and Heroes, Genocide, Racial Justice, Racism, Torture, War, Irena Sendler | | January 10, 2014 The Courageous Heart of Irena Sendler tells the story of a woman who saved 2,500 children from likely death during the Holocaust. This discussion guide draws out key themes of Catholic social teaching found in the film. Already a member?Log in here!