🌼✝️ Have a Blessed Easter Weekend 🐇 Your Guide to the Inspirational Movies, Shows, and Faith-Filled Specials on TV from Good Friday to Resurrection Sunday

Happy Easter, Dear Friends!

From Good Friday to Resurrection Sunday… I pray you all have a Blessed, Joyful Easter Weekend! Hallelujah! Jesus is Risen!

On that first Easter morning, God infused the world with genuine hope, miraculous joy, and an authentic love... that continues to bring us joy even today!

May this Easter celebration inspire a renewed passion for our devotion and love for Jesus. Let us be filled to the brim with the abundance of God, eager to share that amazing, unwavering, and boundless gift of love with everyone around us!

I hope and pray that you all enjoy a wonderful, refreshed holiday weekend. If you have the opportunity, perhaps, you'll also see (or record) some of the faith-filled Easter Specials, new inspiring films, a heartwarming episode of "When Hope Calls," and more listed below!


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Friday, April 18, 2025:

Forty-Seven Days with Jesus

Details via Great American Media: In Forty-Seven Days With Jesus, a disconnected family finds hope and unity through a cinematic retelling of Jesus' final 47 days on Earth.

Forty-Seven Days with Jesus

Premieres Friday, April 18, 2025

at 4pm/3c. on Great American Family

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Saturday, April 19, 2025:

Faith of Angels

Details via Great American Media: A stranger receives mysterious callings compelling him to search for a boy lost in an abandoned mine. (Based on a true story.)

Faith of Angels

Premieres Saturday, April 19, 2025

at 8pm/7c. on Great American Family

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Saturday, April 19, 2025:

Journey to You

Storyline: After missing out on a promotion, Monica reluctantly walks the Camino de Santiago. She's surprised when along the way she finds inner peace and a potential romance.

Journey to You

Premieres Saturday, April 19, 2025

at 8pm/7c. on the Hallmark Channel

Click here for details on the No Worries devotional seen in the film, Journey to You.

For details on Erin Cahill's fashion in the movie - click here!



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Sunday, April 20, 2025:

On a Wing and a Prayer

Details via INSP: On a Wing and a Prayer, starring Dennis Quaid and Heather Graham: An amazing true story—when their pilot dies mid-flight, a father attempts to safely land the small plane and save his entire family.

On a Wing and a Prayer

Premieres Sunday, April 20, 2025

at 4pm/3c. on INSP

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Sunday, April 20, 2025:

Sugar Creek Amish Mysteries: Blessings in Disguise

Storyline via UPtv: After Cheryl’s three-year engagement ends in a devastating breakup, her life is turned upside down when her aunt offers her an escape from Chicago to the Amish town of Sugarcreek. Struggling with being a fish out of water, Cheryl uncovers an unsettling secret that could disrupt the small town of Ohio. As Cheryl begins to solve the mystery, she finds community, belonging and the potential of new love.

Sugar Creek Amish Mysteries: Blessings in Disguise

Premieres Sunday, April 20, 2025

at 7pm/6c. on UPtv

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Sunday, April 20, 2025:

When Hope Calls

Episode 3 - Finding Our Way:

Storyline: Nora and Mountie Fletcher set out together and run into trouble; Hannah Lawrence returns to town and clashes with Wyatt, the foreman of her uncle's ranch; Tess eyes a new opportunity; Sam tries his hand at ranching.

In episode 3, "When Hope Calls" welcomes three well-known actors: Sarah Fisher, Nick Bateman, and Trevor Donovan.

When Hope Calls

Premieres Sunday, April 20, 2025

at 8pm/7c. on Great American Family

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Easter, Faith-Filled, and Inspirational Programming Friday through Sunday:
(times below in Eastern Time)

Friday, April 18, 2025:

The Thorn ... UPtv ... 8am
Mary, Mother of Jesus ... UPtv ... 10am
The Ten Commandments ... UPtv ... 12pm
Museum of the Bible: The History of Easter ... Great American Family ... 1:45pm
The Passion Play ... Great American Family ... 2:45pm
Fort-Seven Days with Jesus ... Great American Family ... 4pm *Cable Premiere
The Greatest Story Ever Told ... UPtv ... 4pm
The Gift of Peace ... Hallmark Channel ... 4pm
Just in Time ... Great American Family ... 6pm
Miracle in Bethlehem, PA ... Hallmark Channel ... 6pm
The Passion of The Christ ... UPtv ... 8pm
A Christmas Blessing ... Great American Family ... 8pm
Following Yonder Star ... Hallmark Channel ... 8pm
The Passion of The Christ ... UPtv ... 10pm
A Christmas... Present ... Great American Family ... 10pm

Saturday, April 19, 2025:

Christmas Angel ... Great American Family ... 12am
The Thorn ... UPtv ... 12am
A Christmas Blessing ... Great American Family ... 2am
A Christmas... Present ... Great American Family ... 4am
Love Begins ... UPtv ... 7am
Love Takes Wing ... UPtv ... 9am
Finding Normal ... UPtv ... 1pm
These Stones (marathon) ... UPtv ... 5:30pm
Mr. Manhattan ... Great American Family ... 5:45pm
An Easter Bloom ... Hallmark Channel ... 6pm
Faith of Angels ... Great American Family ... 8pm *NEW
Journey to You ... Hallmark Channel ... 8pm *NEW
The Greatest Story Ever Told ... UPtv ... 10pm

Sunday, April 20, 2025:

Faith of Angels ... Great American Family ... 2am
Ben-Hur ... TCM ... 6am
Franklin Graham: Easter from the Ashes ... Fox News ... 12pm
The Blessing Bracelet ... Hallmark Channel ... 1pm
Barabbas ... TCM ... 2:30pm
Easter Under Wraps ... Hallmark Channel ... 3pm
Franklin Graham: Easter from the Ashes ... Newsmax / WHT ... 4pm
On a Wing and a Prayer ... INSP ... 4pm *Cable Premiere
King of Kings ... TCM ... 5pm
Love Finds You in Charm ... UPtv ... 5pm
The Waltons: An Easter Story Part 1 ... Hallmark Family ... 5pm
The Waltons: An Easter Story Part 2 ... Hallmark Family ... 6pm
The Sound of Music ... BYUtv ... 6:01pm
The Sound of Music ... Freeform ... 6:40pm
A Walton Easter ... Hallmark Family ... 7pm
Journey to You ... Hallmark Channel ... 7pm
When Hope Calls, Episode 3 ... Great American Family ... 8pm
Easter Parade ... TCM ... 8pm
American Idol (Special, Songs of Faith) ... ABC ... 8pm
The Sound of Music ... BYUtv ... 10:07pm
Faith of Angels ... Great American Family ... 11pm
When Hope Calls, Episode 3 ... Great American Family ... 1am (Encore)


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I hope we all take a moment this Easter to cherish in our hearts that on Easter Sunday morning, when the stone was rolled away from the tomb, Jesus rose again!

May we pause to reflect on the profound love God has for us, shown through the sacrifice of His Son, Jesus, who was crucified, laid to rest, and rose again on the third day. When we turn away from our sins, we can receive God's forgiveness, be freed from the repercussions of our wrongdoings, and look forward to eternal life with Him!

If you would like to ask Jesus to come into your heart, I've included a special prayer of salvation below.

I hope you all have a

Blessed Easter

and Resurrection Sunday!

Net

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SHINING HIS LIGHT:

"Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ! In His great mercy He has given us new birth into a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead."

~ 1 Peter 1:3

Prayer of Salvation:

For those of you who would like to know the full joy of receiving Jesus in your heart, I've included the prayer of salvation here for you...

(If you repeat these words and mean them in your heart, then you will be saved.)

"God, I know I am a sinner.

I believe Jesus was my substitute when He died on the Cross.

I believe His shed blood, death, burial, and resurrection were for me.

I now receive Jesus as my Savior.

Forgive me Lord of my sins.

I thank You for the the gift of salvation

and everlasting life, because of Your merciful grace.

In Jesus name, I pray...

Amen."

If you said that prayer for the first time, God bless you, fellow Sister or Brother in The Lord! I want to encourage you to seek God's word for direction in your life. He has ALL the answers you need. Jesus died and rose again for you, so live daily for Him!

Easter Facebook Live Event with Candace Cameron Bure and Cameron Mathison

Today's post is for those of you who do not have Facebook.

Last night Candace Cameron Bure and Cameron Mathison, along with Christine Caine (author and public speaker) and Max Lucado (pastor, speaker, and author), reflected on the power of the resurrection and the hope it brings to our lives in a very special Facebook Live Event on Great American Family and Great American Pure Flix's Facebook pages.

I've embedded the video below, and even if you don't have FB, you should be able to click play and watch it here. I've only been able to catch a little of the interviews, so far, but I'll be watching more today!

I hope this video is a blessing to all who watch...

Happy Holy Easter Week 

to you all! 

Good Friday 

and Resurrection Sunday 

are coming!

God bless you all, Net

image via: Great American Family

"The Love Club Moms" Movies Coming This April and May to UPtv

May is all about celebrating mothers, which makes April and May the perfect time for UPtv to introduce "The Love Club Moms" movie collection!

For additional insights into each film, see the storyline descriptions below.

I've also added links under each movie, so you can easily click to view their reviews on Amazon.



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The Love Club Moms: Tory

A publishing powerhouse, Tory, adopts a baby girl. She gives up on dating, besides, she’s busy being a new mom while trying to prove herself as CEO and land a new hot kids author. This prompts the Love Club to help Tory hire Finn, a nanny. But when the truth comes out that Finn was never really a nanny, the Love Club have to convince Tory that despite his lack of credentials, Finn could be the children’s author and partner she was looking for.

Starring: Ashley Newbrough

Premiere Date: Sunday, April 27, 2025, at 7pm/6c.

Read reviews for The Love Club Moms: Tory at Amazon.



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The Love Club Moms: Jo

As an uptight elementary school principal, Jo’s skills are put to the test when a new young student, Simon, continuously lands in her office for detention. When she learns the boy’s father is her old high school flame Ryan, Jo’s world is thrown for a loop, especially since she has been dating Bernie, the school’s French teacher. Neither Jo or Ryan have forgotten one another and their heated volatile relationship only reveals an intense passion that the Love Club are intent on reigniting.

Starring: Rebecca Dalton

Premiere Date: Sunday, May 4, 2025, at 7pm/6c.

Read reviews for The Love Club Moms: Jo at Amazon.



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The Love Club Moms: Harper

Harper has never failed at anything she has set out to do so when her husband asks for a separation, it throws off her whole world. When Colin, a divorced dad and community councilor seeking re-election, asks Harper for her help with his community initiatives, the Love Club encourage her to do it. Just when it seems sparks may actually ignite between these two, Colin takes credit for the initiative. Indignant, Harper throws her hat into the election ring and goes head to head with Colin.

Starring: Genelle Williams

Premiere Date: Sunday, May 11, 2025, at 7pm/6c.

Read reviews for The Love Club Moms: Harper at Amazon.



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The Love Club Moms: Nila

Since her husband died three years earlier, Nila’s life has been all about her Instagram business and helicopter parenting her daughter Mara. Now a tween aching to break free, Mara creates a dating profile for her mom. Nila is horrified, but the Love Club agree it’s time Nila moved on. Nila agrees to date, but when all her dates bomb, she recruits local coffee shop owner Olly to be in a pretend relationship with her to get everyone off her case.

Starring: Nazneen Contractor

Premiere Date: Sunday, May 18, 2025, at 7pm/6c.

Read reviews for The Love Club Moms: Nila at Amazon.



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Please Note: These "Love Club Moms" movies are said to be sequels to the four original Love Club movies that premiered on the Hallmark Channel in 2023, but these new movies are brand new love stories about fresh new characters, all single mothers.

FYI - the first movie in the original Love Club series, The Love Club: Nicole's Pen Pal, introduced two married men at the end of the film. I don't know if these characters were in subsequent Love Club movies after that. You can read reviews for The Love Club: Nicole's Pen Pal - here.

You can also see details on the three following Love Club movies... The Love Club: Sydney's Journey, The Love Club: Lauren's Dream, The Love Club: Tara's Tune - here. According to an Anonymous reviewer, the first two are family-friendly. In the last movie, Tara has a gay co-worker.

I don't know if the "Love Club Moms" movies are family-friendly. I started watching the first one starring Ashley Newbrough via streaming, but I wasn't fond of the guy they were pairing her with and didn't end up finishing it.

If any of you have had the opportunity to watch these movies on UP Faith & Family, please share in the comments below. I would love to know your thoughts.

Happy movie watching!

Net

Erin Cahill's Fashion and "No Worries" Devotional in Hallmark Channel's DaySpring Movie "Journey to You"

Get ready to experience a transformative journey of spiritual renewal!

The Hallmark Channel has an all-new DaySpring inspirational film premiering this Easter weekend titled Journey to You, starring Erin Cahill.

In this film, Erin portrays Monica, an over-worked ER nurse who embarks on a journey to pay tribute to her late father. She walks the renowned Camino de Santiago in Spain, guided by a devotional journal her father left to her.

During her trek, Monica forms a bond with Luis (played by Eric Valdez), a single dad traveling with his father and teenage son. Their adventure together, filled with both physical challenges and emotional growth, is marked by gradual healing, a renewal of faith, and deep introspection.

I thought it would be nice today to feature the No Worries devotional journal Monica uses throughout the movie to reflect on God's word and her journey, not only in Spain but in life.

(By the way, If you order from Amazon today, you may be able to receive this devotional before the movie premieres or for Easter Sunday. Click here for product and shipping details.)


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No Worries Journal

by Studio 71

click here to order

DaySpring's description of this journal:

No worries! God's got this. God's got YOU.

Use this journal to help you calm your heart and mind. Take a few moments each day - when you wake up in the morning and before you go to bed at night - to read, reflect, and pray. You will be reassured that God is always with you, watching out for you, and caring about every detail of your life, no matter what.

To see the journal pages, click here.

Click here for availability at Amazon

Click here for availability at Walmart

In Journey to You, Erin Cahill wears this lightweight hiking jacket. The front is made of waterproof and windproof fabric, and the hood is fixed. The sleeves and hood are made of soft fleece fabric.

Click here for availability at Walmart

Click here for availability at Amazon

Erin also wears this lovely lavender fleece jacket.

I was able to locate two similar jackets in the same color at Amazon - click here and here.

I located some black hiking pants at Amazon that are similar to Erin's.

And these Merrell Women's Moab Speed 2 GTX Sneakers are exactly the shoes Erin wears in the movie. You can also find them on Amazon.

This Polartec stretch fleece layer is the exact one Erin wears while hiking. It's not only trendy but practical!

Click here for availability at Amazon

Erin Cahill's embroidered off-white midi dress is only available via sources like Ebay and Poshmark.

Click here for availability at Ebay

Click here for availability at Poshmark - here and here

Amazon also offers two great lookalikes, one is an excellent price - see here, and the other is lovely, but VERY pricey - see here

Hopefully, this inspirational DaySpring movie will be one we'll all enjoy this Easter weekend, premiering on Saturday night and encoring on Sunday.

In my upcoming Easter post, I'll have even more highlights of what's premiering this weekend.

Blessings to you all,

Net

Click on images below for details...

Exciting Movie Updates from Great American Family and Hallmark, featuring Heartwarming Christmas Stories and Thrilling Mysteries

A lot of exciting movie news has surfaced this week, circulating on social media and in press articles. Some of you may have caught some or all of it, but I wanted to offer an overview for anyone who might have missed out on any of the highlights.

So, here we go...

*A Newport Christmas-

First up, the Newport Buzz did a fun article covering the new time-travel movie, A Newport Christmas, starring Wes Brown (Haul Out the Holly, Autumn at Apple Hill) and Ginna Claire Mason (A Holiday Spectacular, A Carol for Two).

Both actors are also starring in new May movie premieres on the Hallmark Channel, Hats Off to Love and Love on the Danube: Love Song

According to the Newport Buzz article, filming for A Newport Christmas is taking place in Bowen’s Wharf, located in Newport, Rhode Island, and will be infused with timeless charm with a distinctive Newport flair, offering breathtaking waterfront vistas, cheerful settings, and of course, a Hallmark love story.

This is the storyline Newport Buzz offered, "the romantic time-travel drama centers on a determined woman from 1905 Newport who is mysteriously transported to the present day. Lost in a world she doesn’t recognize, she meets a passionate historian investigating her century-old disappearance. As they unravel the strange circumstances that brought her to modern-day Newport, the pair discover a connection that defies the barriers of time."

We can look for A Newport Christmas to air during Hallmark Channel's Countdown to Christmas!

*A Timeless Christmas Card-

Candace Cameron Bure recently announced to her followers that she is working on two Christmas movies for Great American Family. She just wrapped up one of them and will be filming the next one soon.

Well, I suspected that the film she just completed was named, A Timeless Christmas Card, which is a new Great American Family movie that follows a woman tasked with selling her grandmother's greeting card shop, who unexpectedly finds herself transported back to the store's prime in 1945. She and the shop's charming manager must work together to protect the store's legacy and navigate their time-traveling adventure.

Although there hasn't been any official confirmation from Candace or Great American Family regarding the movie news, Great American Family did release a video of Candace sharing the Easter story. In this clip, her hair and dress are reminiscent of the 1940s, matching the story's theme. Furthermore, Candace has posted a fun video of herself and her daughter, Natasha, both sporting 1940s fashion, which adds to the speculation. (By the way, Natasha also starred in the GAF Christmas movie, A Christmas for the Ages, which took a look back at various decades, and Candace Cameron Bure starred in Journey Back to Christmas, in which she starred as a woman from the 1940s who gets trapped in modern day.)

I've noticed that the new film A Timeless Christmas Card has also been called Timeless Tidings of Joy, so it's possible the title could change before the official announcement.

*Ainsley McGregor Mysteries: A Case of the Yarn Maker-

The "Coming Soon" section on Pure Flix has announced that Candace Cameron Bure's mystery series, Ainsley McGregor Mysteries, will debut its latest installment, A Case for the Yarn Maker, over Memorial Day Weekend! Let's hope this means it will also be shown on Great American Family soon after.

*A Home Sweet Christmas Wedding-

Candace Cameron Bure announced in a Great American Family Facebook Live Event earlier this year, that she and Cameron Mathison would be filming a sequel to their Great American Family holiday movie, Home Sweet Christmas.

The new Christmas title, A HOME SWEET CHRISTMAS WEDDING, is now newly listed at Production Weekly. So, obviously, someone is getting married in this sequel, assuming this is, indeed, the title for their movie!

Great American Family also recently announced that they would be doing a "special Facebook live event as we reflect on the power of the resurrection and the hope it brings to our lives," which will include both Candace Cameron Bure and Cameron Mathison.

To see this special Easter Facebook Live Event, tune in on Great American Family’s and Pure Flix’s Facebook pages April 16th at 8/7c.

*Curious Caterer Mysteries-

Andrew Walker posted pictures to his IG account this week that featured himself, along with his Curious Caterer co-stars Riley Davis and Nikki DeLoach, filming another Curious Caterer mystery for Hallmark.

Two Curious Caterer movies have been announced - Prime Cut and Tough Cookie, so not sure which one this is, yet.

Details to come... stay tuned!

*A Royal Montana Christmas-

This news has been floating around in the production phase for a while. Fiona Gubelmann is one of the producers behind ‘A Royal Montana Christmas.’ Could she also be the lead in this film? My guess is that it is likely.

This is a telefilm production by Hallmark, via talesfromthecollection, that promises to capture your heart this holiday season. The storyline follows a European princess who, seeking a break from royal responsibilities, embarks on an incognito holiday and unexpectedly finds love in the form of a rugged ranch hand. This delightful tale of romance, set against the scenic backdrop of Montana, is a perfect blend of charm and festive cheer.

*Reel One Entertainment (ROE) and Johnson Production Group (JPG)

Both of these companies, Reel One Entertainment and Johnson Production Group, were recently purchased by Studio TFI, one of the leading groups in audiovisual and film production and distribution in Europe, with over 50 production companies and labels.

In a recent social media announcement, the company disclosed its acquisition of these firms and committed to preserving the captivating storytelling that their audience loves.

If you watch movies on the Hallmark Channel, UPtv, Great American Family, and streaming... then you've likely seen numerous movies under these production companies.

Some of their most recognizable films include: The Christmas Charade, Operation Nutcracker, Noel Next Door, A Gift Wrapped Christmas, The Nine Kittens of Christmas, A Glenbrooke Christmas, and many more.

How will this acquisition impact the movies we see on TV? Only time will tell.





*Filming New Movie-

Alexa PenaVega has just disclosed that she will be busy shooting a new movie for the next three weeks. I’m hoping it’s a project with Great American Family or Great American Pure Flix, but I don’t have any confirmation just yet. I’ll let you know if she reveals any further details! At this time, I only know that her husband Carlos is not her co-star.

Prior to this, Alexa appeared in two films with Carlos: Mr. Manhattan and Get Him Back for Christmas, both of which aired on Great American Family.




Hope you all enjoyed this movie news today. Which one of these movies are you most looking forward to seeing?

Have a blessed weekend, everyone,

Net

What's New This Palm Sunday Weekend - See Uplifting, Heartwarming, and Inspiring Programming

Hello, friends!

I hope the sun shines on all of you this weekend! We've had light April showers this week in my area, but then very low temps, and even a little (*whispering*) snow. Yes, SNOW in April! That's not completely unusual for us. It wasn't enough to stick, but always pretty to see at least one more time in the spring!

This weekend on TV...

We have lots of wonderful, intriguing, heartwarming, and inspiring options, including: an Easter presentation on UPtv on Palm Sunday, a new episode of "When Hope Calls" on Great American Family, plus the last "Hearts Around the Table" Spring movie on the Hallmark Channel, and more!

See all of the details below!


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Thursday, April 10, 2025:

Aurora Teagarden Mysteries:

A Lesson in Murder

Storyline: When a student from Aurora's true crime literature class is found murdered outside the diner where she works, Aurora takes it upon herself to figure out the real culprit.

Aurora Teagarden Mysteries:

A Lesson in Murder

Premieres Thursday, April 10, 2025

at 8pm/7c on the Hallmark Channel and Hallmark Mystery

(this is a special simulcast airing)

*Note: this movie originally premiered on Hallmark+

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Saturday, April 12, 2025:

Hearts Around the Table:

Kiki's Fourth Ingredient

Storyline: Kiki, a spirited food truck chef, takes on catering her sister Jenna’s wedding. When setbacks arise, she finds unexpected help in Clay, the charming best man and a chef himself. As sparks fly, Kiki discovers that love—whether for family, food, or romance—means taking chances and following her heart.

Hearts Around the Table:

Kiki's Fourth Ingredient

Premieres Saturday, April 12, 2025

at 8pm/7c. on the Hallmark Channel

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Sunday, April 13, 2025:

These Stones

In the series ‘These Stones’ a young woman discovers a hidden supernatural network where Bible characters, living undercover, guide and protect people in the modern world. As she becomes immersed in their mysterious mission, she must navigate ancient wisdom and present-day challenges to fulfill her destiny.

These Stones

Sunday (most of the day) Marathon

Premieres Sunday, April 13, 2025

beginning at 2:30pm to 7pm ET on UPtv

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Sunday, April 13, 2025:

The Thorn

"The Thorn" is a theatrical portrayal of Jesus' life, death, and resurrection, combining martial arts, aerial acrobatics, and emotional performances.

The Thorn
Premieres Sunday, April 13, 2025:
at 7pm/6c. on UPtv

*You can read reviews for The Thorn on Amazon's streaming page. This presentation has mostly positive reviews, but it was interesting to see that one of the reviews related this production to Cirque de Soleil coupled with the Passion Play of Jesus. To read more of this review and others, click here.


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Sunday, April 13, 2025:

When Hope Calls

Season 2, Episode 2

Storyline: The town says a farewell; Nora and Charlotte look for Tess' lost foal; Ronnie conspires to honor Mountie Fletcher for his bravery; Sam reveals a secret to Maggie.

When Hope Calls

Season 2, Episode 2

Premieres Sunday, April 13, 2025

at 8pm/7c. on Great American Family

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Also, in addition to the classic Christmas movies airing on Friday night, Great American Family will air the four winners of their Jingle Bell Bracket competition on Saturday evening, beginning at 4pm/3c.

Wishing you all a joyful and rejuvenating Palm Sunday weekend filled with His Spirit!

Have a Blessed, 

Happy Easter week, everyone!

Net

 

SHINING HIS LIGHT: