Arts news: February 19, 2021: The Chosen available on TBN, first-ever multi-season look at the life of Christ starts TV run; Christian music artist Carman dies after health crisis; Veggietales® co-creator Mike Nawrocki announces kick-starter campaign to help bringThe Dead Sea Squirrelsto life; Cornelius Muller Productions releases its new film, Sacred Hearts, exclusively on … [Read more...] about Arts news: February 19, 2021
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Carolyn Arends offers first album of new songs in six years
The story of how Carolyn Arends came to write and record her first new full-length studio album in six years is one worth taking time to hear before experiencing the 12 songs found on Recognition. It started last March. Arends was giving her acceptance speech during the online Gospel Music Association Canada Awards. Her song “Seize the Day” was being … [Read more...] about Carolyn Arends offers first album of new songs in six years
Torchlighters: Heroes of the Faith – Mary Slessor
Over 25 years ago, I met with two men who had a vision to produce an animated series based on Christian heroes of the faith. Their vision was big. Funds would need to be raised, scripts would need to be written, and an animation team would need to be assembled. Honestly, at the time, I am embarrassed to admit, I did not see this happening. Don’t get me wrong – I loved the idea, … [Read more...] about Torchlighters: Heroes of the Faith – Mary Slessor
The unforgettable Charles Dickens
Idealistic and Scrooge-like At a recent birthday party, I had the joy of meeting a fellow UBC School of Social Work alumni, whom I had not seen since our 1976 graduation. As we renewed our friendship, he gave me a Charles Dickens biography as a Christmas present. This sent me to our local library to get out numerous Dickens books, biographies and movies. Dickens was perhaps … [Read more...] about The unforgettable Charles Dickens
Hey, Mr. Tambourine Man
A look at Bob Dylan One of the most romantic dates that my wife Janice and I go on is to the local library. We are both avid readers. When I become excited about a new book, I love to read out a section to Janice. Because she dearly loves me, she will usually put down her own book and give me some quality time. After a while, Janice will usually say: “Can I go back to … [Read more...] about Hey, Mr. Tambourine Man