When you read through Broken Circle, you’ll see a picture of a young Indigenous boy, with the bloodline of the Potawatomi and Chippewa people. Originally from Caldwell First Nation, James Peters’ life story is dedicated to all residential school and sixties scoop survivors. Yet, you’ll soon find out that it’s also dedicated to the work of God in this man’s life. As a young … [Read more...] about Broken Circle: The Life Story of James M. Peters
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Pandemic fosters faith releases from mainstream artists
Justin Bieber: Freedom, Def Jam, 2021 Canadian singer-songwriter, and mainstream artist, Justin Bieber had just released his 6th studio album Justice when he surprised fans with the release of his first explicitly Christian faith album Freedom on Easter Sunday this year. This 6-song EP is a personal account of his life’s struggles and the transformative grace … [Read more...] about Pandemic fosters faith releases from mainstream artists
Arts news: February 19, 2021
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
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