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~ James 1:17

Friday, April 24, 2026

⚾ Catch This Weekend: Road Trip Romance, Baseball in Brookfield, & More Fun!




Happy Last Weekend of April, Everyone!

It’s hard to believe we are already celebrating the final weekend of April, with May just around the corner and so many wonderful things to enjoy this season! I hope your weekend is filled with sunshine, joy, and a little time to relax.

The Hallmark Channel premieres its final Spring into Love movie, I'll Be Seeing You, this weekend, featuring a fun road trip, a touch of adventure, and potential romance with Stacey Farber and Tyler Hynes. It looks like a delightful way to close out Hallmark’s spring movie event!

And over on Great American Family's When Hope Calls: Brookfield, the children learn to play baseball from an unexpected source! This episode is filled with heartwarming moments and a few surprises along the way- see details below!

Plus, this weekend we mark the 25th on Saturday, which means it’s time once again for our Countdown to Christmas... and to the Christmas movie season, too! Each month brings us one step closer to those festive premieres, cozy classics, and all the holiday joy we all love so much!

There is plenty to look forward to this weekend, so settle in and enjoy all the fun ahead!

See details below...


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Saturday, April 25, 2026:




Storyline: When a work errand derails Amy's weekend plans with her grandma, they embark on a road trip with one sentimental detour, but need the help of a charming activities director.

Premieres Saturday, April 25, 2026
at 8pm/7c on the Hallmark Channel


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Friday, April 24 and Saturday, April 25, 2026:

Tyler Hynes
Classic Hallmark Movie Marathon



Leading up to Tyler's new movie on Saturday night, the Hallmark Channel is airing a two-day marathon of eight movies (2 Christmas and 6 rom-coms), all starring Tyler Hynes, ahead of his new Spring premiere!

Friday:

On the 12th Date of Christmas - 6pm
It's Christmas, Eve - 8pm

Saturday:

Falling for You - 8am
Flip that Romance - 10am
Winter in Vail - 12pm
It Was Always You - 2pm
A Picture of Her - 4pm
Roadhouse Romance - 6pm
I'll Be Seeing You - 8pm *NEW



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Saturday, April 25, 2026:

Happy 8 Months until Christmas Day!

In addition to it being just 8 months until Christmas Day, we’re now around 6 months away from the start of the Christmas movie season!

Saturday, April 25th, is that special time again… to “Mark the 25th” day of the month with a cozy Christmas movie! If you're planning to join in, I'd love to know which movie you are choosing. It can be a new movie, a classic movie, something you love, or something you've never seen. Please share your Christmas movie pick in comments below. (And the Christmas movies airing Friday night can count, too!)

I decided my “Mark the 25th” choice will be the classic Hallmark Channel movie, A Boyfriend for Christmas, starring Kelli Williams and Patrick Muldoon. I chose this movie in honor of the recent, sudden passing of Patrick Muldoon, which is still so hard to believe, and because this movie has always held a special place in my heart.




A Boyfriend for Christmas premiered in 2004, when there were only about 3 or 4 new Christmas premieres on the Hallmark Channel during the holiday season, so each movie was truly special. It felt like everyone who loves Christmas was marking their calendar, too, and watching with you. Streaming wasn't available then, so ratings were much higher. And this movie did not disappoint - it was funny, festive, family-friendly, and yes, there's a fake-boyfriend, Douglas Firwood, who Patrick Muldoon portrays perfectly! I've probably seen this movie hundreds of times since, and it never disappoints - it always puts a smile on my face!

I have many favorite lines from the movie, but here are two I especially love:

Ryan Hughes (AKA Douglas Firwood): I may be difficult to exchange without a receipt.

Holly Grant: That's okay, I think I'll keep you!


I hope whatever Christmas movie you choose... also brings joy to you! Please share your pick in comments below.




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Sunday, April 26, 2026:

Season 3 - Episode 4

Season 3 - Episode 4:
Curveball: The robbery investigation intensifies as Reynolds (Trevor Donovan) questions Justine about her stolen ring, while tension grows between Wyatt (Nick Bateman) and Hannah (Sarah Fisher) as her career pulls her in a new direction. Across Brookfield, Wally grieves his father, Sam (Jon McLaren) struggles with change, and many relationships, including Nora’s (Cindy Busby) and Michael (Christopher Russell) are tested through moments of vulnerability and emotional growth.


Premieres Sunday, April 26, 2026
at 8pm/7c on Great American Family


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Weekend Thoughts...

The new episode of When Hope Calls: Brookfield is one you'll definitely want to *catch*! The new pastor teaches the children to play baseball, and Mountie Michael appears to be a little jealous of the new minister spending extra time with Nora.

Also, I sure hope we will all enjoy Tyler Hynes’ new movie, I'll Be Seeing You, premiering this weekend!

Hopefully, some of you have also had the chance to see the touching videos Tyler recently shared on Instagram. If not, I've included them below. It has been so heartwarming to see the genuine respect and admiration Tyler shows for the legendary Christine Ebersole, who portrays a grandmother in his new movie. They also previously worked together on Holiday Touchdown: A Chiefs Love Story, and it was Tyler's wish for them to reunite on screen again!

What a wonderfully talented and accomplished actress Christine Ebersole is! Her acting credits (as seen on IMDb) date back to the 1970s, and she has appeared in countless films, television movies, and series over the years. And my goodness... what a spectacular singing voice she has, too! I’m so glad these two were able to work together again on this movie and, hopefully, many more!

Tyler's video below highlights their time working on both movies - Holiday Touchdown: A Chiefs Love Story, and I'll Be Seeing You, and even a trip to the grocery store!




And this video from Tyler Hynes is such a touching tribute to why he so wanted to make this new movie... (warning: tissues may be required!)



Also, Hallmark hasn't officially announced, yet, but in case you haven't heard, earlier this month Tyler Hynes filmed a new Christmas movie for Hallmark Channel's Countdown to Christmas 2026 with Laci J. Mailey (Chesapeake Shores, A Little Park Music) titled The Christmas Loop. In this new holiday movie, Tyler Hynes plays a character trapped in a Christmas Eve loop who falls for a woman. More details to come!

( images via: Tyler Hynes / Rob Lycar ) 


And... more Christmas-related news for Tyler... the Hallmark stores are releasing a brand new Tyler Hynes Christmas ornament. Last year's release was Lacey Chabert.




Tyler Hynes's ornament can't be purchased yet through the Hallmark store/website - it will be released on October 10th.

Lacey Chabert's ornament (from 2025) is no longer available through the Hallmark shop website; however, there are several purchase options through Ebay - click here for price and more details.




You can see the new 2026 Hallmark Keepsake Ornament Dream Book - click here.


I hope you'll enjoy dreaming with me! So many sweet new ornaments! Anything with Charlie Brown always catches my eye, and I love that Hallmark is honoring the 80th Anniversary of the classic film It's a Wonderful Life with a lovely new ornament featuring Jimmy Stewart and Donna Reed! I would love to know... which ornaments do like best?


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Wishing you all a wonderful weekend... full of joy and happiness! As always, thank you for spending a little of your time here... your visits truly mean so much.

If you'd like to share a review for any of the programming this weekend or any previous weekend... please feel free to share in comments.


Blessings to You All!
Net


☀️ SHINING HIS LIGHT: ☀️

"Trust in the Lord with all your heart, And lean not on your own understanding; In all your ways acknowledge Him, And He shall direct your paths.
~Proverbs 3:5-6
New King James Version


Thursday, April 23, 2026

'Sugarcreek Amish Mysteries' Series Premieres Tonight on UPtv




If you love cozy mysteries, then you'll want to check out the 'Sugarcreek Amish Mysteries' series premiere tonight, Thursday, April 23, at 9 PM ET on UPtv!

The series stars Galadriel Stineman as Cheryl Cooper, Denise Gossett as Naomi Miller, Kevin Joy as Levi Miller, Riley Beeson as Esther Miller, Lance Nichols as Chief Twitchell, Ryan O’Quinn as Seth Miller, and Candace Kirkpatrick as Aunt Mitzi.

Episode 1 - THE BUGGY BEFORE THE HORSE:
A hidden intruder tests faith and compassion as Cheryl races to protect Sugarcreek before Thanksgiving.

And, yes, you read that right... This episode takes place around the Thanksgiving holiday, and it looks like episodes 2 and 3 take place at Christmastime! So, that should be fun and festive to see Sugarcreek during the holiday season.

If you subscribe to UP Faith & Family and have had a chance to watch this first episode early, then please share your thoughts in comments below.

Or, if you're planning to watch beginning tonight on UPtv, please share in comments, too!

Happy Sleuthing!
Net🔎


Wednesday, April 22, 2026

"County Rescue" Season 3 - New Poster + Premiere Date, Cast, and Episode Details




A new poster has been released for County Rescue Season 3 featuring familiar and new faces!

Returning to the series from the first two seasons are Julia Reilly, Brett Varvel, Tim Perez-Ross, Riley Hough, Angel Luis, and Tanya Christiansen.

Premiere date on Great American Family: May 17th at 8/7c

Premieres earlier via streaming on Pure Flix: May 14th

According to an article at parade.com, this is what we can expect in the first episodes of the new season: "In the Season 3 opener, the County Rescue team expands, as they welcome two new members—James (Christian Schupe) and Ema (Alyssa Gonzalez)—bringing new dynamics to the crew. Dani (Julia Reilly) steps into a meaningful mentorship role, guiding a new trainee with patience, encouragement, and the steady compassion that defines her leadership. Liz (Stacy Patino) celebrates a major milestone after being accepted as a fire medic. When tragedy strikes the station, the team must come together, leaning on one another to face loss, resilience, and the unbreakable bond that makes them a family."

TVGuide.com currently has 8 new episodes listed on its website for this new season. I'll be adding storyline descriptions for each episode as they are released.

Episode 1 - Leave the Light On:

Episode 2 - The New Normal:

Episode 3 - Somewhere Far More Beautiful:

Episode 4 - Rhythms:

Episode 5 - Dispatch Draft:

Episode 6 - What We Don't Know:

Episode 7 - The Weight We Carry:

Episode 8 - To Serve Well:


Stay tuned for more details.
Blessings on your day!
Net


INSP's "Wild West Chronicles" Season 5 Finale & Season 6 News


( image via: INSP ) 


The Season 5 Finale of the TV series "Wild West Chronicles" airs tonight, Wednesday, April 22nd on INSP at 7:30pm ET.

Story details:
Frank Hamer's First Gunfight - Soon after ranch hand Frank Hamer joins the Texas Rangers, he helps them hunt down a mysterious killer, takes part in his first gunfight, and demonstrates a natural gift for detective work that launches a legendary career in law enforcement.

And great news for all of you "Wild West Chronicles" fans... see details on season 6 of the series in INSP's press release below...



INSP Greenlights
Sixth Season
of Acclaimed Series Drama
“Wild West Chronicles”

(Indian Land, SC – April 22, 2026) – Imagicomm Entertainment today announced that the critically acclaimed INSP TV network series Wild West Chronicles has been greenlit for a sixth season. Launched in 2020, the series continues its successful run as a cornerstone of INSP’s original programming slate. This sixth season, consisting of 6 (x :30) episodes, will bring the franchise to 65 total episodes.

Filming on Season Six is set to begin today, with new episodes continuing the series’ signature storytelling approach—following legendary gunslinger-turned-newspaperman Bat Masterson as he uncovers the incredible stories behind the West’s the most notorious characters and conflicts. The series, which stars Jack Elliott as Bat Masterson, has built a fiercely loyal and growing audience drawn to its authentic and immersive portrayal of Western history.

As with previous seasons, Season Six will mix stories of iconic Western figures such as Billy the Kid and Rose of Cimarron with lesser-known characters like Commodore Owens and Hoodoo Brown. This combination gives Western fans deeper understanding of the stories they already know and introduces them to new stories they may not have heard.

“Wild West Chronicles has become an integral part of our overall brand and programming strategy, consistently resonating with audiences who are drawn to authentic, character-driven storytelling,” said Craig Miller, VP of Original Programming at INSP. “As we move into Season Six, we’re continuing to build on that momentum by telling true stories of the American West that are much more engaging than a stodgy documentary.”

Alongside successful original series including Elkhorn and Blue Ridge, the renewal of Wild West Chronicles underscores INSP’s continued commitment to premium Western and Americana content. The network remains focused on delivering high-quality, themed programming that celebrates courage, resilience, and justice.

Stay tuned for additional casting, premiere timing, and distribution details as production progresses.

About Wild West Chronicles
Once a feared gunslinger and sheriff, the legendary Bat Masterson trades his badge for a pen and becomes a newspaperman. He travels the untamed frontier on a quest to chronicle the notorious tales of the Wild West and bring them to life. “Wild West Chronicles” is produced for INSP by MorningStar Entertainment, with Executive Producers Gary Tarpinian, & Paninee Theeranuntawat from MorningStar and Craig Miller, Doug Butts, Dale Ardizzone & David Cerullo from INSP.

About Imagicomm Entertainment
Imagicomm Entertainment is a multi-media / multi-platform distribution company focusing on films and episodic series with content ranging from action and adventure to drama and family holiday celebration. Each project embodies an unparalleled commitment to strong storytelling, memorable characters, and high production values. Imagicomm Entertainment distributes content globally through popular streaming services such as Prime Video, Netflix, and Vudu, as well as through DVDs from major retailers, and on traditional television outlets.

About Morningstar Entertainment
Gary Tarpinian and Paninee Theeranuntawat created MorningStar Entertainment with the goal of producing high-quality television programing. Over the past 20 years, this Emmy Award winning Production Company has produced hundreds of hours of great Television Series and Specials for such esteemed US networks as Discovery, National Geographic, History, The CW Network, PBS, A&E, TLC, Lifetime, Travel, ESPN, Discovery Science, and many others. They have also worked with or had their programs air on such respected international networks as Channel 5 UK, RTL Germany, RAI-Italy, France 5, Antena 3 – Spain, the Australian Broadcasting Company and many others. Among MorningStar’s best known programs include the hit series I Survived!, Deadliest Warrior, Manhunters: Fugitive Task Force and Mysteries Decoded.

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I hope you'll enjoy returning to the Old West with this historical series.
Net


Friday, April 17, 2026

🌟 Don't Miss a Wonderful Weekend of Hope, History, Faith, Heartfelt Stories, & Americana Spirit -- See Here:


( images via: Hallmark Media, Trevor Donovan, Great American Media,
and America Reads the Bible - click here to enlarge image


Happy Weekend, Friends!

There’s a wonderful Americana spirit in the air this weekend, filled with history, faith, romance, and a little mystery, too!

Leading the way is the charming new Spring into Love movie premiere, To Philly with Love, featuring Revolutionary War-era love letters, an exciting journey through Philadelphia, and a visit to the iconic Liberty Bell. It looks like an intriguing adventure!

Also beginning this weekend is the America Reads The Bible event - a special week-long reading of the Bible from cover to cover featuring many beloved American spiritual leaders, singers, current and former politicians, and various performers. I’m sharing where you can watch below, along with some favorite actors who will be taking part.

And if that’s not enough excitement for the weekend, the third episode of When Hope Calls: Brookfield arrives Sunday night, bringing a suspenseful stagecoach robbery and the introduction of Jillian Murray’s character, Justine. Could Mountie Jim Reynolds, played by Trevor Donovan, who has sworn off love for the sake of his dangerous Mountie duties, find himself unexpectedly smitten?

See all the details for these exciting programs, plus a classic mystery movie marathon on Great American Family, below!



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Saturday, April 18, 2026:




Storyline: A teacher and an archivist decode Revolutionary War-era love letters, taking them on a thrilling journey through Philadelphia, where they uncover history—and discover a love story of their own.

Premieres Saturday, April 18, 2026
at 8pm/7c on the Hallmark Channel


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Saturday, April 18, 2026:

Great American Family
Mystery Movie Marathon


Mystery Movie Marathon on Great American Family

Saturday Schedule:

The Abigail Mysteries - 2pm
Mystery by the Book - 4pm

Ainsley McGregor Mysteries:
A Case of Winemaker - 6pm
A Case of Yarnmaker - 8pm
A Case of Watchmaker - 10pm
A Case of Winemaker - 12am
A Case of Yarnmaker - 2am
A Case of Watchmaker - 4am



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April 18, 2026 - April 25, 2026


There will be many speakers throughout the week, pastors and religious leaders, current and former political figures, Christian singers/worship leaders, and more... but I thought I would share below some of the actors and actresses we know best - and the times you can hear them read.

To see the full schedule of readers - click here.



Sunday, April 19, 2026:

(9–10 AM EST)
Patricia Heaton - Genesis 1–2
Candace Cameron Bure - Genesis 6-8

(12–1 PM EST)
Chonda Pierce - Genesis 37

(4–5 PM EST)
Kevin Sorbo - Exodus 36–37

(8–9 PM EST)
Jen Lilley - Numbers 15–16:1–35


Tuesday, April 21, 2026:

(7–8 PM EST)
Bill Abbott (Great American Media CEO) - 2 Chronicles 21–23


Friday, April 24, 2026:

(9–10 AM EST)
Julia Reilly - Daniel 7
Brett Varvel - Daniel 8

(1–2 PM EST)
Laura Osnes-Johnson - Zechariah 7–9

(5–6 PM EST)
Victoria Jackson - Mark 12
Louise DuArt Rushnell (Godwinks) - Mark 13
SQuire Rushnell (Godwinks) - Mark 14

(8–9 PM EST)
Dean Cain - John 5


Saturday, April 25, 2026:

(5–6 PM EST)
Megan Alexander - Philemon 1–Hebrews 1


Watch Live on Great American Pure Flix

Create a free account to access the livestream during the event - April 18th through April 25th - no paid subscription required. (Besides watching online on your computer or mobile device, you can also download the Great American Pure Flix app to your TV via Roku, Amazon Fire TV, or other devices. If you need additional options or help - click here.)


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Sunday, April 19, 2026:

Season 3, Episode 3

Episode 3 - Justice: Vocational Day at the orphanage turns into a lesson in honesty when the children hide which one of them broke the sewing machine. Meanwhile, Hannah (Fisher) anxiously awaits the arrival of her powerful New York investor (Jillian Murray), and a dangerous stagecoach robbery sparks a major criminal investigation.

Premieres Sunday, April 19, 2026
at 8pm/7c on Great American Family


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What a lovely mix of options we have this weekend- uplifting faith, intriguing mystery, a heartwarming romance with a touch of American history, and more! I hope something here adds a little joy to your weekend!

I'm really excited to watch America Reads the Bible! I hope many hearts are touched by this amazing event - and come to know Jesus, either for the first time, or in a deeper, more personal way.

I usually watch the When Hope Calls: Brookfield episodes early on Pure Flix, but I haven't had the chance to see this one yet. After all, it did just come out yesterday, but what am I waiting for? Right? LOL. I do hope to watch soon... I can't wait to see Mountie Jim's reaction to Justine, the stagecoach robbery, and how the children respond to a little trouble of their own.

Please add your own reviews to any of these new shows/movies to the comments below.

May your weekend be filled with faith, joy, and inspiration!


Have a Blessed,
Wonderful Weekend, Everyone,
Net


SHINING GOD's LIGHT:

"Now the Lord is the Spirit, 
and where the Spirit of the Lord is, 
there is freedom."
~2 Corinthians 3:17