🌼✝️ Have a Blessed Easter Weekend 🌷🐇 Enjoy Inspirational Movies, Shows, and Faith-Filled Specials on TV - Including "When Hope Calls: Brookfield" Season 3, "A Season to Blossom," and More -- See Here:

Happy Easter Weekend, dear friends! 🌷✝️

I’m praying our hearts are filled with peace, joy, and the beautiful hope we have in Him. Hallelujah! Jesus is Risen!

That first Easter morning brought a light into the world that has never faded… a true and lasting hope, a deep and joyful peace, and a love so powerful it still fills our hearts today.

May this Easter gently renew our spirits and draw us even closer to Jesus!

I hope you’re able to enjoy some meaningful moments of praise and worship, and perhaps also enjoy watching a few faith-filled Easter specials, a lovely new Spring movie, the Season 3 premiere of When Hope Calls: Brookfield, and more joyful treats along the way.

See details for what's airing this weekend below...


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Friday, April 3, 2026:

Good Friday Programming

on Great American Family

Good Friday Programming - April 3rd
on Great American Family:

'Gardenuity' Special
11:40a ET

Prison Fellowship's 'The Power of a Second Chance'
12:10p ET commercial-free
(Stream on Great American Pure Flix - April 16)

Jesus Live!
12:35p ET commercial-free
(Stream on Great American Pure Flix through April 5)

Passion Play
2:45p ET commercial-free

Plus, inspirational Christmas movies
Friday, April 3rd, on Great American Family:

A Little Women's Christmas - 4pm
A Christmas... Present - 6pm
A Christmas Blessing - 8pm
A Christmas Prayer - 10pm
A Christmas... Present - 12am
A Christmas Blessing - 2am
A Christmas Prayer - 4am



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Friday, April 3, 2026:

Hallmark Channel

Good Friday

Inspirational Christmas Movies

Christmas Schedule - Friday, April 3rd
Hallmark Channel:

Five More Minutes - 2pm
The Gift of Peace - 4pm
Following Yonder Star - 6pm
Miracle in Bethlehem, PA - 8pm



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Saturday, April 4, 2026:

A Season to Blossom

Storyline: An aspiring writer takes over her late grandmother's bookstore and finds love.

A Season to Blossom

Premieres Saturday, April 4, 2026

at 8pm/7c. on the Hallmark Channel

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Saturday, April 4th & Sunday, April 5, 2026:

Easter Movies

on the Hallmark Channel

Saturday-

The Blessing Bracelet - 8am

Sunday-

Easter Under Wraps - 8am
An Easter Bloom - 10am


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Sunday, April 5, 2026:

When Hope Calls: Brookfield

Season 3 - Episode 1

Episode 1 - Gratitude: The Mounties track a dangerous criminal; Nora helps a child find something she lost; an opportunity for Hannah puts Wyatt in a tough spot.

When Hope Calls: Brookfield

Premieres Sunday, April 5, 2026

at 8pm/7c. on Great American Family

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🌷 UPtv's Easter Weekend Programming:

Good Friday – April 3

The Greatest Story Ever Told – 10 a.m. ET
Mary, Mother of Jesus – 2 p.m. ET
The Ten Commandments – 4 p.m. ET
The Greatest Story Ever Told – 8 p.m. ET
Mary, Mother of Jesus – 12 a.m. ET
Mark Lowry: There is Hope – 2 a.m. ET


Holy Saturday – April 4

Christmas in Amish Country – 9 a.m. ET
Christmas at the Amish Bakery – 11 a.m. ET
Love Finds You in Valentine – 1 p.m. ET
Love Finds You in Sugarcreek – 3 p.m. ET
Love Finds You in Charm – 5 p.m. ET
Sugarcreek Amish Mysteries: Blessings in Disguise – 7 p.m. ET
Runaway Romance – 9 p.m. ET
Plus One at an Amish Wedding – 11 p.m. ET
Christmas at the Amish Bakery – 1 a.m. ET


Easter Sunday – April 5

Travis Tritt: Country Chapel – 9 a.m. ET
Finding Normal – 10 a.m. ET
Southern Gospel – 12 p.m. ET
Adeline – 2 p.m. ET
When We Last Spoke – 4:30 p.m. ET
Where the Wind Blows Premiere – 7 p.m. ET
Love Finds You in Charm – 9 p.m. ET
Sugarcreek Amish Mysteries: Blessings in Disguise – 11 p.m. ET
Where the Wind Blows Encore – 1 a.m. ET

Please Note: UPtv will have a new movie premiere with Trevor Donovan, whom I know many of you here like, but I want to caution that this movie is rated PG-13 for violence, bloody images, and suggestive material. UPtv may or may not edit out some of this content. Viewer discretion is strongly advised on this movie. Please see a review from our friend, Abigail, below.

Movie Review:

🎬 Where the Wind Blows - Warning: You all know how much I love Trevor Donovan, but I have to warn you about this movie (Where the Wind Blows). I saw it a couple months ago and I was shocked how much needed to be skipped. It was very sexual. I won’t mention the scene for the sake of sparring you, but I would advise you to pass on this one. This is not a Christian film despite what they say. I was saddened and disgusted. Sorry, that was difficult for me to write, especially about Trevor, but I felt the need to tell you the truth. Many will be tempted like I was just seeing his name. ~Abigail


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Easter Weekend Special Programming:




Inspirational Movies & Festive Easter Specials:

Saturday, April 4, 2026-

ABC Special Presentation: The Ten Commandments ... ABC ... 7pm
Jesus of Nazareth ... Newsmax ... 11pm


Sunday, April 5, 2026-

Ben-Hur ... TCM ... 12pm
Barabbas ... FMC ... 12:30pm
Ben-Hur ... FETV ... 3pm
King of Kings ... FMC ... 3:30pm
Easter with Franklin Graham: What is Truth? ... TCT / Newsmax ... 4pm
Yogi, the Easter Bear ... ME-TV Toons ... 4pm
The Smurfs Springtime Special ... ME-TV Toons ... 5pm
The First Easter Rabbit ... ME-TV Toons ... 5:30pm
The Easter Bunny Is Comin' to Town ... ME-TV Toons ... 6pm
The Sound of Music ... Freeform ... 6:45pm
Easter Parade ... TCM ... 8pm
The Faithful: Women of the Bible ... FOX ... 8pm
The Sound of Music ... BYUtv ... 8:10pm
King of Kings ... TCM ... 10pm
The Sound of Music ... BYUtv ... 11:16pm


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Oh, I hope you all have such a lovely Easter weekend!

In addition to it being Easter, which is such a deeply meaningful time for all of us Christians, Good Friday is also my birthday, so I'll be celebrating both Easter and my birthday with my precious family. And I know some of you dear friends, who visit here, have family & friends celebrating, too... so a very Happy Birthday to all of them, too!

Easter is such a beautiful reminder of God’s incredible love... shown through His incredible sacrifice. When we turn to Him, we can find forgiveness, freedom, and the promise of eternal life. And if you feel it on your heart, I've included a prayer below if you'd like to invite Jesus into your life.

I pray you all have a

Blessed Easter

and Resurrection Sunday!

Net

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SHINING HIS LIGHT:

Jesus said to her, “I am the resurrection and the life. Whoever believes in me, though he die, yet shall he live, and everyone who lives and believes in me shall never die.”

~John 11:25-26

For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life. For God did not send his Son into the world to condemn the world, but in order that the world might be saved through him.

~John 3:16-17

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!

Great American Family's April 2025 Movies, New Series, & Special Holiday Programming

This April, Great American Family will honor the Easter season with heartfelt films, season 2 of the inspirational series When Hope Calls, and faith-filled holiday specials.

In a previous post, I shared Great American Media's press release for their upcoming April programming. Below you will find a more detailed look at each movie/show.


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When Hope Calls

Premiere Date: April 6, 2025

(begins streaming on Great American Pure Flix - April 3, 2025)

Click here for more images and episode details.



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The Passion Play LIVE from Shepherd Church, Los Angeles

Details via Great American Media: The Passion Play is an inspiring retelling of the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ. Experience the power of the gospel shown like never before. The Passion Play is a dramatic stage and musical production that examines the timeless events surrounding the life, death, burial, and resurrection of Jesus Christ.

Air Date: Good Friday, April 18 (3:45p ET/2:45p CT).


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Forty-Seven Days With Jesus

Starring Yoshi Barrigas and Catherine Lidstone

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.

Premiere Date: Saturday, April 19 (8p ET)



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Faith of Angels

Starring John Michael Finley, Cameron Arnett, Kirby Heyborne, and Charlotte Hemmings

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.)

Premiere Date: Saturday, April 19



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What a wonderful gift Great American Family is giving to us viewers at Easter time to share the true meaning of this Holy Holiday - the resurrection of Jesus!

It is encouraging to see GAF air inspirational programming along with the network's family-friendly films and series. Please stay tuned for more details.

Happy Easter Season
and blessings to you all,

Net

UPtv's Faith-Filled Easter TV Highlights - Coming This April + New Mystery and Rom-Com Premiere

Every year around Easter time, UPtv releases a schedule of religious and inspirational-themed programming. These are the movies and programs I've learned of, thus far...

Please stay tuned for more additions.

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MARY, MOTHER OF JESUS
Uplifting Bible Movie

Witness the extraordinary life of Jesus, from birth to crucifixion, as seen through the eyes of his mother Mary.

air times:
SUNDAY, APR 13 AT 9:00AM ET
FRIDAY, APR 18 AT 10:00AM ET

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THE TEN COMMANDMENTS
A Grand Retelling of the Epic Story of Moses

The story of Moses, who against impossible odds, leads the Jews out of Egyptian slavery into perilous freedom.

air times:
SUNDAY, APR 13 AT 11:00AM ET
FRIDAY, APR 18 AT 12:00PM ET

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THESE STONES
Award-Winning Series / Series Premiere

Details via UPtv: In this uplifting new series, a young woman, mourning the loss of her mother, finds herself drawn into a supernatural system partnering her with Bible characters and working undercover to help people in crisis today.

Air Date: SUNDAY, April 13, 2025,
All six episodes play.

Episode details via UPtv:

Ears to Hear - Episode 1
A young woman gets drawn into a supernatural system working with undercover Bible characters to help people today. For her first case, the Program pairs her with Courier Aaron (Moses' brother) to help a son reconcile with his dying father before it's too late.

Eyes to See - Episode 2
McKenna teams with Samuel to encourage an over-protective mother to let her adult son with Down Syndrome reintegrate into society. The case introduces McKenna to a kind (and handsome) 9-1-1 operator who receives calls from the woman's son when all he wants is a friend.

Hope Deferred - Episode 3
When the Program sends Abraham's wife Sarah to help an infertile couple, McKenna and Sarah get unexpected guidance from Miriam as to the kind of help they're meant to offer.

Secret Shame - Episode 4
When a talented singer-songwriter resorts to self-harm, McKenna sets Rahab up as a guidance counselor at the young woman's school to unearth the root of the problem.

Force of Habit - Episode 5
McKenna aids Courier Jacob in helping a drug addled reporter who lands on the streets after selling out her sister for a fix. Meanwhile, McKenna's father fights his own substance abuse demons, trying to cope with the loss of his wife.

No Greater Love - Episode 6
As much as McKenna pleads for the Program to help her father, McKenna is stunned when a very special Courier is been appointed to help her instead. Before McKenna can move forward with life, she must face the part she played in her mother's tragic death.



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The Thorn

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

Premiere Date: Sunday, April 13, 2025, at 7pm/6c.

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THE PASSION OF THE CHRIST
Limited Commercial Interruption

Academy Award winning director Mel Gibson offers audiences breathtaking cinematography and the seamless performance of actor Jim Caviezel in an uncompromising film depicting Jesus Christ’s profound courage and sacrifice. The Passion of The Christ dramatically captures the last 12 hours of Christ’s life on Earth, based on the gospels of Matthew, Mark, Luke and John.

Air Date: Good Friday, April 18, 2025, at 8pm/7c.



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Sugar Creek Amish Mysteries: Blessings in Disguise

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.

Premiere Date: Sunday, April 20, 2025, at 7pm/6c.

click here to see press release

Movie Reviews:

🔎 Sugarcreek Amish Mysteries: Blessings in Disguise Review.

I’ve always enjoyed the Amish movies this real life couple have filmed, but unfortunately this one bored me. Nothing interesting happened. The mystery itself was easy too. I thought Levi’s excuse for not telling his alibi was weak and thought it was odd when the more mature Amish woman Naomi was lying to the motel manager to sneak into a room. I know we all sin and have our moments of stumble, but it seemed strange to see an adult baptized Amish woman in that way.

It was a very clean family friendly film and it had genuine kind characters, it just really lacked the suspense you need to be a mystery and the acting could be better. ~Abigail

🔎 I completely agree with you on the Sugarcreek Amish Mysteries movie. Like you, I am a fan of their other Amish movies. My husband and I have watched them multiple times. They are really good movies. However, I also found their new mystery movie to be quite boring. Nothing really happened. My husband liked it more than I did. The storyline plodded along. We figured out who did it early on. The acting could have been better. The only positive thing I can say is yes it was clean. But that is it. I was so disappointed because I was expecting so much more given how great their other movies have been.~Joan

🔎 Sugar Creek Amish Mysteries: Blessings in Disguise – The actors in this movie are all great and it was interesting to watch the amateur sleuthers (as usual) figure out important clues before the police.

Just so you know…this is not the typical murder mystery. This is a missing person case.

Note: I’ve had some people ask me about this. In this movie the Amish people refer to God as Gott. Well, in the Amish community, this is common because they often communicate in the German language, in which Gott means God.

No spoilers here on the mystery… but in the end, I thought it was rather odd who the guilty person was, and I’m still wondering if this person and those who knew about it will face any sort of punishment for the crime of kidnapping. That part of the story was very strange, in my opinion.

Overall, I liked the lead characters, and based on the title being plural, it sounds like there may be more Sugarcreek Amish Mysteries to come. ~Net




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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.

See this movie and all of The Love Club Moms movies - click here.




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UP Faith & Family (Streaming):

Heartland Season 18 - Premieres April 17th

Via UP Faith & Family press release:

UP Faith & Family, the leading streaming service to watch uplifting movies and series all commercial free, will be the first place in the U.S. to premiere Heartland season 18, and the only place fans can stream it until early next year. Beginning Thursday, April 17, the service will add new episodes weekly with a four week break after episode five.

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I'll be adding more to this post as UPtv releases information about the network's Easter programming!

Blessings to you all!

Net

🌼✝ Great American Family Releases 2024 Easter Programming Schedule ✝🌼 SEE HERE:

screen-grab via: Great American Media

Press Release via Great American Media:

GREAT AMERICAN FAMILY 

IS THE DESTINATION FOR EASTER

WITH PROGRAMMING HONORING 

THE LIFE, DEATH, 

AND RESURRECTION OF JESUS

‘THE PASSION PLAY 2024,’ 

FROM SHEPHERD CHURCH LOS ANGELES,

PRESENTED EXCLUSIVELY 

ON GREAT AMERICAN FAMILY, 

GOOD FRIDAY, MARCH 29

MUSEUM OF THE BIBLE’S 

‘THE HISTORY OF EASTER,’ 

NARRATED BY

MULTIPLE GRAMMY® AWARD NOMINEE, 

CHRISTIAN ARTIST, MATTHEW WEST

NEW YORK, NY – March 7, 2024 – Great American Family, the home of quality, original faith-affirming, and family programming, is proud to present an unforgettable day of programming honoring the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ, Good Friday, March 29.

“The Passion Play 2024” is a musical retelling of the dramatic last week in the life of Jesus and why the promise of the Resurrection makes the name of Jesus the most known throughout the world. “The Passion Play 2024,” with Broadway worthy performances, production values, airs on Great American Family, Friday, March 29 (3:45 p.m. ET).

Grammy® Award-winning Christian artist, Matthew West (“My Story…Your Glory,” “We Need Christmas”) narrates Museum of the Bible’s fascinating “The History of Easter,” an entertaining look at everything related to the holiday from how Easter is calendared each year to how colorful eggs and bunnies became part of a global celebration of Spring. “The History of Easter” airs on Great American Family, Friday, March 29 (5-6 p.m. ET).

Good Friday family programming follows the original specials with an encore presentation of Candace Cameron Bure Presents: Just In Time, starring Broadway’s Laura Osnes, Friday, March 29 (6-8 p.m. ET) and an encore of A Christmas…Present, starring Candace Cameron Bure, Friday, March 29 (8-10 p.m. ET).

“On Good Friday, we are proud to use our platforms to present top-tier family programming.,” said Bill Abbott, President & CEO, Great American Media.

ABOUT GREAT AMERICAN FAMILY

Great American Family is America’s premiere destination for quality family-friendly programming, including original holiday movies, rom-coms and fan-favorite series that celebrate faith, family and country. Great American Family is home to year-round seasonal celebrations including Great American Christmas, the network’s signature franchise featuring holiday themed movies and specials. Founded in 2021, Great American Family is part of the Great American Media portfolio of brands. Follow Great American Family on Twitter: @GAfamilyTV Facebook: @GAfamilytv Instagram: @greatamericanfamily

MEDIA CONTACT:

Pam Slay
Network Program Publicity
818.415.3784
pamslay@gacmedia.com
pr@crosswindpr.com

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What a blessing it is to see each year how Great American Family honors the religious aspects of Easter by recognizing the resurrection of Jesus. He is Risen! 

I pray these inspirational programs and movies will touch many hearts and be uplifting and encouraging to you this Easter season!

God's blessings to you all!

Happy Easter,

Net

✝🌷 UPtv's "Bring the Spring" Inspirational Easter Programming for March 2024 🌷✝ SEE HERE:

Are you ready to "Bring the Spring"? UPtv has released their full March schedule in the press release below, which includes their new premiere movies for March and religious Easter programming!

I hope you enjoy this UPlifting news from UPtv, and it brightens your day!

You'll also find UPtv's *Bring the Spring* promo trailer at the end of this post!



UPtv Press Release:

UPtv’s “BRING THE SPRING” INSPIRATIONAL

EASTER PROGRAMMING 

RETURNS MARCH 3

UPtv’s uplifting slate is filled 

with more than 60 hours of programming

including contemporary premiere movies, 

Bible favorites,

and a Gaither Dennis Quaid Gospel Special

ATLANTA – Feb. 29, 2024 – UPtv, the leader in uplifting entertainment, will celebrate the Spring and Easter season with four weekends of programming embracing love, hope, renewal, joy and faith. From a new romance movie every Sunday night, to the World Premiere music special Dennis Quaid’s Fallen: A Gospel Record for Sinners, to marathons of hit series, and Bible movies on Palm Sunday and Easter Sunday, viewers will be uplifted all season long.

“Every year UPtv is a top destination for viewers to celebrate the true meaning of Easter,” said Hector Campos, senior vice president, content strategy and acquisition at UPtv. “This year’s offering continues to deliver on programming celebrating new beginnings and a season of renewal. The ‘Bring the Spring’ slate features four contemporary movie premieres, marathons of fan-favorite series, Bible favorites and the World Premiere of Dennis Quaid’s Fallen: A Gospel Record for Sinners. We invite families to the network to feel uplifted while also having a chance to win prizes.”

UPtv’s “Bring the Spring” event includes a sweepstakes where viewers can enter for the chance to win a gift card to spruce up their homes and get organized for the spring season. One (1) grand prize winner will receive a $3K gift card and four (4) secondary winners will receive a $500 gift card. Participants can enter at Spring.uptv.com. In 2023, UPtv’s Easter programming reached 4.3 million viewers1 between Palm Sunday and Easter Sunday as part of the network’s “Bring the Spring” offering with +82% increase2 in W25-54 compared to the year prior.

To keep track of upcoming movies, series and specials, viewers should download The My UPtv app. The app allows users to learn more about upcoming movies and series on the network, watch previews and request personalized showtime alerts. Viewers can also “favorite” movie titles to add to a personal collection to easily access them later, set calendar reminders and request notifications or text messages. Download the app: uptv.com/myapp.

Premiere Slate:

PROGRAM SCHEDULE




The Single’s Guidebook – Sunday, March 3 at 7 p.m. ET – Cable Premiere Molly, a talented, scrupulous content creator, gets a surprise assignment to chronicle her newfound singlehood. But when she's paired with Jackson, her polar opposite, will she learn to stand on her own two feet, or will love get in the way?

Starring: Meggan Kaiser, Philip Boyd




A Royal Makeover – Sunday, March 10 at 7 p.m. ET – Cable Premiere

When all-American Ramone discovers he is the heir to the European Kingdom of San Pablo, he is daunted by the prospect of becoming king. To prepare him for his royal duties, King Felipe hires royal expert Angelica to show Ramone the ropes on how a king is expected to behave for the coronation ceremony. Through lessons in history, etiquette, fine dining and even Spanish, Angelica transforms Ramone into the king he is destined to be. And maybe he found his queen in the process.

Starring: Veronica Long, Ricky Martinez




Sweetly Salted – Sunday, March 17 at 7 p.m. ET – Cable Premiere

Alison remains notoriously anonymous when critiquing restaurants. But when she accidentally goes viral for trashing a new restaurant, her editor insists she make amends by going undercover as a prep cook for the chef she maligned.

Starring: Lanie McAuley, William Martinez


Palm Sunday – March 24

The Ten Commandments – 9 a.m. ET
The Chosen Season 2 Marathon 1 p.m. – 11 p.m. ET

Good Friday – March 29

The Ten Commandments – 1 p.m. ET
Mary, Mother of Jesus – 5 p.m. ET
Fallen: A Gospel Record for Sinners – 7 p.m. ET – World Premiere

Emmy Image Award and two-time Golden Globe Image nominee Dennis Quaid has been playing music since his childhood. A touring musician with countless miles of performances, he delivers his debut Gospel performance video, Fallen: A Gospel Record for Sinners. In addition to his soul-stirring renditions of seven hymns and classics and five original songs, the actor/singer/songwriter sits down with Gospel music legend Bill Gaither for an inspiring conversation, sharing his journey of redemption and message of eternal hope.

image via: Vortex Productions

Writing a Love Song – Sunday, March 31 at 7 p.m. ET – World Premiere

Aspiring music producer Chloe Brandon puts her career on the line by promising a hit song to the record label from Dustin Miller, a once-successful country musician with writer's block, while keeping it all a secret from her boss. Can a blossoming romance inspire the hit love song they both need?

Starring Nina Kiri, Connor McMahon, Britt McRae, Lauren Howe, Kent Sheridan



1 Nielsen, LSD, Easter Programs 4/2/23-4/9/23 Total Day M-Su-6a-6a, P2+, Reach 1 min qual.

2 Nielsen, LSD, Easter Programs 2023 (4/2/23-4/9/23) vs Easter Programs 2022 (4/10/22-4/17/22) - Total Day M-Su-6a-6a, W25-54 Cov AA% (0.05)

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About UP Entertainment
UP Entertainment, home to UP Faith & Family, UPtv, AspireTV, AspireTV Life and Cine Romántico, is the destination for uplifting entertainment for passionate and diverse audiences across the leading cable, satellite and streaming platforms. UP Faith & Family is the leading streaming service in uplifting entertainment and includes exclusive access to original productions from the UP Entertainment family of brands. UPtv is the trusted network for adults seeking positive programming with relatable stories about relationships, filled with love and laughter, through exclusive premiere movies, box-office hit films and beloved series. AspireTV is the premier network for Black culture and urban lifestyle programming featuring original productions in food, home and fashion. AspireTV Life is the first free ad supported streaming television (FAST) channel dedicated to sharing the experiences of the multicultural audience through cooking, fashion, travel, design and more. Additionally, UP Entertainment in partnership with PixL Dos, manages and distributes Cine Romántico, a free ad-supported streaming television (FAST) channel featuring the best of Hollywood TV romance movies in Spanish. UP Entertainment’s award-winning pro-social initiative, “UPlift Someone,” has inspired over 200 million people to uplift others through its social videos and dedicated UPlift Someone Facebook page and website.


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UPtv's *Bring the Spring* promo trailer:

I hope you enjoy UPtv's March movies and Easter programming! It is, once again, uplifting and encouraging to see each year around Eastertime how UPtv continues to air these faith-based movies and religious musical specials. I hope many are blessed by these programs during this holy Easter Season as we celebrate our Risen Savior!

Also, be sure to visit my UPtv March movie post, which includes more details and images for each premiere movie!

God Blessings to you all!

Net🌷

✝🌼 Count Your Blessings This Easter...

Happy day, my friends!

Easter's on it's way!

Fill your Easter Baskets with inspirational gifts, including Hallmark's The Blessing Bracelet, which is officially released today (February 27, 2024) on DVD! This is a heartwarming, faith-filled Day Spring production set at Eastertime. The movie is based on the true story of Dawn Sprong, whose blessing bracelets have inspired many to count their blessings every day of the year!

Along with The Blessing Bracelet movie, I have even more Easter gift ideas to fill your Easter baskets with Spring-themed and faith-based goodies - for Easter Sunday, March 31st!

Easter gifts featured above:

*Please Note: The items below contain affiliate links. If you buy something through these links, I may earn a commission at no cost to you. Thank you so much for your support of It's a Wonderful Movie!

🌼Cross Necklace for Him

🌼Cross Necklace for Her

🌼Easter Kitchen Towels, He is Risen

🌼The Blessing Bracelet DVD / or Stream via Prime Video

🌼Blessing Bracelet for Her - White Crystal Pearls

🌼Blessing Bracelet for Her - White Pearl and Gold with Cross Charm

🌼Mens Adjustable Cross Stainless Steel Mesh Chain Bracelet

🌼Wood Sign - Easter Blessings by Simply Said, INC

🌼Family Life Resurrection Eggs — 12 Piece Easter Eggs Set with Booklet & Religious Figurines — Tells the Story of Easter

🌼Assorted Easter Basket Candy - Currently Amazon's #1 Best Seller in Chocolate Candy Assortment Boxes

🌼Tulips Arrangement Bouquet - Artificial Flowers - click to see more colors!

🌼Amazon also offers fresh-cut real tulips - *see here*

🌼Praying Lamb Plush Toy - optional in pink or blue for girls and boys



We are nearly one month away from Easter Sunday now. I pray you all will have a blessed season of Lent as we prepare to celebrate Resurrection Sunday!

God's Blessings to you all,

Net

Shae Robins Announces Easter Program on Great American Family

In a new commercial promo running on Great American Family (see below), actress Shae Robins (Passport to Love and Destined at Christmas films) announces a special airing of the documentary, The History of Easter (from 2021), hosted by Christian singer, Matthew West.

In this documentary, presented by the Museum of the Bible, viewers will learn how certain traditions developed throughout the years at Eastertime, including bunnies, baskets, and candy, as viewers are taken back throughout history - all the way to the original origin of Easter, the crucifixion of Jesus.

"The History of Easter" will air on Good Friday, March 29, 2024, at 5pm/4c, on Great American Family.

UPDATE: PLEASE NOTE TIME CHANGE ON THIS PROGRAM. "The History of Easter" will now air at 5pm/4c, which is different than what is stated in the video promo below.



Video Promo:

Stay tuned for more programming details for Great American Family!

Blessings to you all 

during this Holy Season of Lent,

Net

🌅✝🌷 Behind the Scenes of New Easter Movie... 🌷✝🌅 SEE HERE:

Today, I wanted to share some fun behind-the-scenes shots of Laura Osnes, Greyston Holt, and Candace Cameron Bure on the set of a new Easter movie coming to Great American Family! Candace produced this film with her company, Candy Rock Entertainment, and Paula Elle was the director.

Enjoy these wonderful pictures from the set...
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Director Paula Elle and Candace Cameron Bure shared this sweet exchange...

Laura Osnes also shared these wonderful on-the-set images in her IG stories...

It looks like the entire cast and crew had such a wonderful time filming this movie!

Candace also shared back in December that she was filming a movie, and now she is currently back in Vancouver filming again. I'm looking forward to hearing and sharing more on Candace's movie projects when Great American Family makes an official announcement.

One of my favorite set images above is the one with the cross. If you missed it above, be sure to look for it in the first slide show of images.

What a joy to know Great American Family will be bringing us this inspirational, faith-filled Easter movie!

Blessings to you all!

Net🌷

🌷 Have a Blessed Good Friday through Easter Sunday! 🌼 Enjoy Easter Specials 🐇, New Spring Premieres ☀️, Faith-Filled Christmas Movies 🎄, and More...

Happy Easter!

On this Easter weekend, what a joyous time it is to celebrate that Jesus is Risen! Easter and springtime is a beautiful time of year to feel the rebirth of new life! May His hope, love, and light be refreshed in you!

In this post today, I'm sharing some of the inspirational and faith-based Easter movies and specials airing from Good Friday through Easter Sunday, along with the uplifting, faith-filled Christmas movies, new Spring premieres, and much more airing on TV during this Holiday Weekend!

See all the details below...




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Thursday, April 6, 2023:

Hallmark Movies & Mysteries brings Christmas back on this one Thursday night in April with...

Project Christmas Wish

Storyline: For years Lucy has played Santa to her small town’s community by making their holiday wishes come true. But when Lucy grants a little girl’s wish for a Christmas like she used to have with her mom, she unexpectedly finds her own wishes coming true in life and love.

Project Christmas Wish

airs Thursday, April 6, 2023

at 7pm/6c. on Hallmark Movies & Mysteries

*Note: "Project Christmas Wish" (2020) stars Amanda Schull, who is also starring in the NEW Hallmark Movies & Mysteries inspirational Easter movie, "The Blessing Bracelet." See details on this movie, along with its premiere time, near the end of this post.





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Friday, April 7, 2023:

Good Friday!

The Passion Play

The Passion Play is an inspiring retelling of the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ. Experience the power of the gospel shown like never before. Produced by Shepherd Church

One-Time Special Event:

"The Passion Play"

presented commercial-free

at 4pm/3c. on Great American Family

*followed by an episode from The Chosen at 5:15pm/4:15c.

"The Passion Play"

also airs

at 8:30pm/7:30c. on God TV

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Friday, April 7, 2023:

Great American Family

Friday night double-feature

Christmas movies

A Christmas... Present

Storyline: Maggie and Eric are busy parents of teenagers who embark on a trip to the home of Maggie’s widowed brother to celebrate Christmas. Everyone has different expectations of the perfect holiday. Through a series of transformative events, Maggie learns to embrace the season.

A Christmas... Present ... Great American Family ... 6 PM

A Christmas Miracle for Daisy

Storyline: An interior designer is excited to begin a new project in her adopted hometown. Her enthusiasm is tested as she discovers that her clients are an ex-boyfriend and his daughter.

A Christmas Miracle for Daisy ... Great American Family ... 8 PM

Both of these movies are also competing in Great American Family's Jingle Bell Bracket Final Four! Be sure to place your vote this week!

Plus, the Friday night Christmas movie on the Hallmark Channel is...

Next Stop, Christmas

Storyline: Angie is determined to spend Christmas alone but her usual commuter ride turns into a Christmas train that drops her off in her home town in 2011.

Next Stop, Christmas ... Hallmark Channel ... 8 PM

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Friday, April 7, 2023:

UPtv's Good Friday Schedule

Good Friday | Friday, April 7 on UPtv:

The Chosen Season 1 6 a.m. ET
The Chosen Season 2 1:30 p.m. ET
The Passion of the Christ 9 p.m. ET
The Passion of the Christ 11 p.m. ET
Mary, Mother of Jesus 1 a.m ET

*Please note: due to violence, some religious movies are unsuitable for young children.



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Saturday, April 8, 2023:

UPtv's Holy Saturday Schedule

Holy Saturday | Saturday, April 8

The Ten Commandments 3 p.m. ET
Mary, Mother of Jesus 7 p.m. ET



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Saturday, April 8, 2023:

Christmas Movie Marathon

Saturday on Hallmark Movies & Mysteries

Christmas Movie Marathon - Saturday, April 8, 2023:

A Godwink Christmas ... Hallmark Movies & Mysteries ... 1 PM
A Godwink Christmas: Miracle of Love ... Hallmark Movies & Mysteries ... 3 PM
A Godwink Christmas: Meant for Love ... Hallmark Movies & Mysteries ... 5 PM
A Godwink Christmas: Second Chance, First Love ... Hallmark Movies & Mysteries ... 7 PM
The Gift of Peace ... Hallmark Movies & Mysteries ... 9 PM




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Saturday, April 8, 2023:

Hallmark Channel's Spring into Love movie premiere...

The Professional Bridesmaid

Storyline: Years ago, Maggie Bailey (Hunter King) realized she had a particular skill set for being an ace bridesmaid -- and she went pro. Now she uses her talents to help brides navigate the tricky emotional and social dynamics that go along with planning their big day in addition to the practical. Her latest client, Alexis Shepard (Francesca Bianchi), is the daughter of Columbus’ mayor who is up for re-election. Alexis’ wedding promises to be the event of the summer with lots of scrutiny, so the mayor’s team hires Maggie to join the bridal party and help keep everything on track. But no one can know that Maggie is a hired bridesmaid, so she is introduced as Alexis’ old friend Maisie. Unfortunately, Henry Whittington (Chandler Massey), an ambitious local reporter assigned to the society story is sniffing around hoping to get close to the mayor for a scoop on the pending development of local park land. To pull off her assignment, Maggie must coordinate three unhelpful bridesmaids and keep Henry focused on the wedding while hiding her identity, even as she begins to grow closer to him.

The Professional Bridesmaid

Premieres Saturday, April 8, 2023

at 8pm/7c. on the Hallmark Channel

Please note: I haven't pre-screened this new movie, The Professional Bridesmaid. If you'd like to post a review on whether this film is family-friendly, please share in comments.



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Sunday, April 9, 2023:

A Walton Easter

A WALTON EASTER storyline: When John-Boy and his wife Janet join the rest of the Waltons family for his parents' 40th anniversary, he finds himself yearning to move back to his Virginia homestead.

Hallmark Drama has a marathon of episodes from the family series, The Waltons, All Day Long, followed by the reunion movie, A Walton Easter, at 9pm/8c.





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Sunday, April 9, 2023:

The Greatest Story Ever Told

airs on INSP Easter Sunday

The Greatest Story Ever Told (1965) tells the story of Jesus Christ's life, from His miraculous birth in Bethlehem to His teachings of peace and understanding, as well as His eventual persecution and crucifixion.

The Greatest Story Ever Told

airs Sunday, April 9, 2023

from 9am to 1pm EST on INSP

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Sunday, April 9, 2023:

Southern Gospel

premieres on UPtv Easter Sunday

UPtv Easter Sunday Schedule:

The Song to My Heart 10:30 a., ET
Faith, Hope and Love 12:30 p.m. ET
A Very Country Wedding 2:30 p.m. ET
God Bless the Broken Road 4:30 p.m. ET
Southern Gospel (WORLD BROADCAST PREMIERE) 7 p.m. ET
The Engagement Plot 9:30 p.m. ET

Storyline: Southern Gospel tells the story of a rock ‘n’ roll star's life that comes crashing down, and he must fight his past demons to realize his childhood ambition of becoming a preacher.

Southern Gospel

Premieres Sunday, April 9, 2023

at 7pm/6c. on UPtv

Please Note: This movie is rated PG-13. Some content may be edited before it airs on TV; however, according to reviews, it may contain some Violent Content|Drug Use|Mature Thematic Content|Language. Based on this content, I do NOT recommend this film for young viewers.



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Sunday, April 9, 2023:

The Blessing Bracelet

a DaySpring movie presentation

Storyline: Dawn Spencer (Schull) approaches the Easter holiday trying to balance being a single parent while working to get out of the debt left behind by her ex-husband. Feeling overwhelmed, Dawn unearths a bracelet she made years earlier and stored away. She created it using four beads with the intention of using each one as a reminder to count the blessings in her life. As Dawn begins to focus on the good, her faith is renewed, and her life takes a positive turn. Thanks to the support of Dawn’s church community and the encouragement by Ben (Marks), who recently came into her life, the blessing bracelets help take her down a path she never could have imagined.

The Blessing Bracelet 

(a DaySpring movie presentation)

Premieres Sunday, April 9, 2023

at 7pm/6c. on Hallmark Movies & Mysteries

*See details on where to find the Blessing Bracelet - here!

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I hope you all have a wonderful Easter! I'm rejoicing, along with you, that Jesus overcame death so that those of us who trust in Him could also overcome death and one day live in Heaven with Him for all eternity! May the joy of that promise fill us up to overflowing and flow out of us this Easter! May we grow abundantly in His amazing love!

I pray you and your family, your friends, 

and your church family,

have a Joyous, Happy Easter!

Love and Easter Blessings to you all, Net

As Christians reflect this Easter, we acknowledge that God loved us so much that He sent His Son, Jesus, to be crucified, buried, and raised on the third day - so that when we repent, we can receive God's forgiveness, be saved from the penalty of our sins and experience eternal life with Him!

If you'd like to ask Jesus in your heart, you may do so with this prayer...

Prayer of Salvation:

"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."

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SHINING HIS LIGHT:

"If you declare with your mouth,

“Jesus is Lord,” and believe in your heart

that God raised Him from the dead,

you will be saved."

~Romans 10:9