For fans of faith-based films, this fall could be a banner time to visit the theater. With Hillsong: Let Hope Rise leading the way Sept. 16, eight films marketed toward Christian audiences ...
Read More »Michael Phelps reveals he once considered suicide and how a friend saved him
“There is a power greater than myself and there is a purpose for me on this planet” Michael Phelps is a household name for Team USA, one many Americans associate with hard ...
Read More »‘A Lawyer’s Case for His Faith’ is an easy, and important read
An ardent atheist became a defender of the Christian faith. Kansas City-area attorney and author, Jim Jacob, has written about it in his new book, A Lawyer’s Case for His Faith. Self-published ...
Read More »Olympics: Dietzen’s love for teammates anchored by faith
RIO DE JANEIRO — Christa Dietzen comes by the “Mom” nickname her teammates have given her naturally. She’s the oldest in her extended family, and she’s one of the oldest players on ...
Read More »Ben-Hur is a Gospel-infused ‘visual delight’
When the first Ben-Hur trailer was released earlier this year, my concerns were the same as many other moviegoers and critics. It appeared heavy on action, short on story, and – aghast! ...
Read More »Regional festivals help you celebrate the goodness of America
As people anticipate cooler temperatures, one activity that will finally bring them back out of the house as summer ends are the numerous festivals that celebrate America. You’ll have plenty to choose ...
Read More »Great American Family Campout is July 30 & 31 in Shawnee Mission Park
What could be better than a family campout right here in Johnson County? Come join us for the ninth annual Great American Family Campout and enjoy a rare opportunity to sleep under ...
Read More »Cleargold Worship Dance Offers Awestruck III
Public Concert to offer Scripture through the Grace, Power and Joy of Dance Cleargold Worship Dance will offer their third annual Awestruck performance at First Southern Baptist Church, 1912 SW Gage, on ...
Read More »Metro area packed with summer activities for the entire family
Summer vacation doesn’t mean families have to plan spectacular trips to the beach or a grand tour of roller coasters. Families can plan spectacular summer breaks right here at home with the ...
Read More »Royals GM Dayton Moore excited about Faith & Family Day
Dayton Moore, general manager of the Kansas City Royals, has received national acclaim and numerous awards since rebuilding a struggling small-market team into a World Series champion. However, what excites Moore as ...
Read More »Amy Grant’s “Baby, Baby” celebrates milestone & more music news
Celebrating the 25th anniversary of her hit song “Baby, Baby,” Amy Grant has joined pop artist Tori Kelly to re-record a new version of her single, stating “we needed to give some ...
Read More »My Big Fat Greek Wedding 2 stays true to original
My Big Fat Greek Wedding first hit theaters in 2002. Now, fourteen years later (opening March 25), we have finally been given a sequel that was more than worth the wait. Fans ...
Read More »Shen Yun returns to Kansas City in epic performance
The 2016 production of Shen Yun, the magnificent production featuring Chinese dance, music and art in a magical celebration of their 5,000-year-old culture, has added a live symphony orchestra for its 30 ...
Read More »The LIGHT House ‘Revs Up’ for Gala
Want a look at some of world’s rarest autos? You’ll have a chance at The LIGHT House benefit “Gala” on April 9, 2016 from 6:00 – 10:00 p.m. at the Armacost Museum in Grandview. ...
Read More »More than 1.1 million people joined their voices in the global hymn sing
An estimated 1.1 million people in over 100 countries joined together Feb. 21 to sing “Facing a Task Unfinished,” a 90-year-old hymn that has been updated by internationally acclaimed hymn writers Keith ...
Read More »Kansas City concert schedule gets busy
Is it spring yet? With all of the Kansas City concert schedule for spring being announced and coming to a venue near you, I’m starting to wonder… Compassion International Presents Time of ...
Read More »REVIEW: ‘RISEN’ is a Bible-based detective story worth watching
Some of the best discussions I’ve ever had in church small groups have revolved around what the Bible doesn’t tell us. For example: Who did Cain marry? Why did God get so angry at ...
Read More »Global hymn sing focuses on Christian persecution
Thousands of churches and missions agencies in 48 countries will join together in a united effort to draw attention to Christian persecution and the need for evangelism. On Feb. 21, thousands of ...
Read More »Annual Topeka Easter Parade & Fun Fest is Mar. 26
The Topeka Easter Parade & Family Fun Fest will be back for the third consecutive year on Saturday, March 26, 2016. Last Year’s event was attended by over two thousand people who ...
Read More »Check out these highlights of Kansas City events, classes & concerts
Here are just a few of the hundreds of events coming up in Kansas City. For a full listing of our Kansas City calendar, click here: Metro Voice Calendar of Events. For ...
Read More »Lost lyrics of Fanny Crosby now expanding her legacy
The hymns of Fanny Crosby have impacted lives for Christ worldwide for generations, but until recently 2,700 of them were overlooked in an archive, unsung and unpublished. Now on the album “Blessed ...
Read More »Is ‘Star Wars: The Force Awakens’ suitable for young kids? (Here’s your spoiler-free answer)
I was five when the first “Star Wars” movie was released, eight when “The Empire Strikes Back” came out, and 11 when “Return of the Jedi” hit theaters. My parents let me ...
Read More »Christmas Events Fill KC’s Calendar
For a full list of Christmas Events in Kansas City plus hundreds of other activities, click HERE. ADVENT LESSONS AND CAROLS. December 12, 7:00 pm. Immaculate Conception Cathedral, 416 W. 15th ...
Read More »Fallout 4 Video Game Offers Path of Selflessness
Fallout 4 is the biggest video game release of the year by a significant margin. In its first 24 hours, Bethesda’s open world role-playing game for Playstation 4, Xbox One, and PC, ...
Read More »New and Classic TV Christmas Shows Start This Weekend
Some of the best things to enjoy about the Thanksgiving through Christmas season are the classic TV Christmas shows we watched as kids. There’s nothing better than sitting down with your little ...
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