Amid hardships brought on by the pandemic and lockdowns, multiple Christian music artists have homed in on the needs of their communities. New releases speak directly to those dealing with increased mental ...
Read More »Kathie Lee Gifford shares untold stories in new memoir
Kathie Lee Gifford shows no signs of slowing down, including releasing a memoir. “I am in a new place at the age of 67 that I never would have dreamed I would ...
Read More »Billy Graham book ‘Til Armageddon’ being rereleased
Although Billy Graham died before the tumultuous year of 2020, his words about suffering and armageddon are as timely as ever. He examined the topic of suffering in his 1981 (see below) ...
Read More »Worldwide Bible sales increase during pandemic
Although it’s hard to find positive news during the pandemic, it appears that more people are looking to God for answers. Lifeway Christian Resources, one of the world’s largest providers of Christian ...
Read More »The 10 best family-friendly movies of 2020
Even if 2020 was the worst year in recent history, it still produced dozens of inspiring and entertaining movies families can enjoy – including documentaries, dramas and comedies. Here are the 10 ...
Read More »Numbers are in: How Covid killed the box office
CNBC reports that movie box office sales plummeted by 80% during 2020. The data, gathered by Comscore, found that U.S. revenues came in at just $2.28 billion, down from $11.4 billion in ...
Read More »Pixar’s film ‘Soul’ teaches us to enjoy all aspects of life
The phrase “family-friendly” — as every parent knows — is subjective. The film your neighbor says is fine for the children might not be so family-friendly in your home. Such is the ...
Read More »Popular Christian radio host Dawson McAllister dies
Dawson McAllister, whose call-in program for teens and young adults, “Dawson McAllister Live!” was one of the most popular longtime radio programs on Christian radio and Top 40 secular radio, died last week. ...
Read More »Cancel culture goes after Lauren Daigle in New Year’s Eve celebration
Louisiana officials and the mayor of New Orleans are sparring over whether Christian singer Lauren Daigle should be included in a New Year’s Eve celebration. The controversy began when the Grammy Award-winning ...
Read More »Be inspired by new Christmas music for 2020
Ready for some a few new tunes in your Christmas music collection? We have just what you need to get your yuletide on! After more than a decade, Dove Award-winning vocalist Lynda ...
Read More »‘Safety’ – so much more than a sports movie
Safety is based on a real story about Ray McElrathbey who played for Clemson in 2006. He did so while serving as guardian for his 11-year-old brother, who became something of a ...
Read More »National World War I Museum receives grant to raise awareness of religion and war
The Lilly Endowment has given a grant of $2.5 million to the National World War I Museum and Memorial in Kansas City to establish an endowed curator position on faith and religion; ...
Read More »Israeli treatment will help famous singer perform Christmas concert
An Israeli company is helping renowned opera singer Andrea Bocelli present a message of hope for Christmas. Bocelli will appear live on Dec. 12 for his annual “Believe in Christmas” concert at ...
Read More »Christian leader cautions viewers about gay-themed Hallmark movies
Several new Hallmark and other Christmas movies celebrate LGBT relationships, according to Albert Mohler, president of Southern Baptist Theological Seminary in Louisville, Ky. Hallmark’s movie “The Christmas House” and Hulu’s “Happiest Season” present challenges for Christian ...
Read More »Delightful film explores Dickens as ‘The Man Who Invented Christmas’
Since its arrival, A Christmas Carol has become a holiday favorite the world over in its myriad retellings. The 2018 adaptation, The Man Who Invented Christmas, is a bit different, offering something ...
Read More »‘The Case for Christmas’ available free online starting Nov. 30
Former journalist and atheist Lee Strobel uses his legal and journalism training to investigate whether the account of the birth and divinity of Jesus is logically and historically credible, in the free ...
Read More »‘I am Israel’ available for free for churches and small groups
A ground-breaking short film, I Am Israel, is receiving praise in over 10,000 church congregations around the world. The movie is now being made available for viewing by groups or churches for ...
Read More »Sea Life Kansas City Aquarium lights up for Christmas
It’s Christmas under the sea at Sea Life Kansas City Aquarium. The popular holiday event Sea of Lights returns to the attraction Nov. 27. This is the only underwater light spectacular in ...
Read More »Sony Pictures plans to acquire Christian streaming platform Pure Flix
The owners of the Christian streaming platform Pure Flix are selling the service to Sony Pictures. The entertainment giant said in a news release that “Affirm Entertainment Inc., a subsidiary of Sony Pictures ...
Read More »Award-winning Broadway actor under fire for challenging state’s COVID-19 restrictions
Actor Chad Kimball, a Seattle native who was nominated in 2011 for a Tony for his performance in “Memphis,” recently said he will respectfully disobey Washington state’s restrictions on church gatherings and ...
Read More »New musical from Dolly Parton focuses on themes of goodwill and grace
“Christmas on the Square,” a new musical holiday movie from country music star Dolly Parton, explores grace and goodwill toward others. The plot centers on a despicable and wealthy woman named Regina Fuller, ...
Read More »Hallmark-like ‘Farmer and the Belle’ highlights God’s definition of beauty
Her name is Belle, and she is one of the world’s most popular models, having graced billboards, magazine covers and TV ads. Lately, though, her work has been slow. It seems companies ...
Read More »John Michael Talbot helps the faithful find common ground
Protestants and Catholics, despite their theological differences, have much in common. Legendary Christian musician John Michael Talbot says they especially need to stand together today as the sanctity of life, religious freedom ...
Read More »Obama book focuses on his contempt for conservatives
Former President Barack Obama has been a frequent guest on media outlets this week as he promotes his new book “A Promised Land.” It’s part of a $65 million deal with publisher ...
Read More »‘The Iron Lady’ looks at public and personal struggles of Margaret Thatcher
The Soviet Union gave Margaret Thatcher her colorful nickname “almost lovingly,” we hear in The Iron Lady. And, as anyone who knew the woman—or even knew of her—it was apt. The daughter of ...
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