The 3 Most Frequently Asked Questions About "When Hope Calls" Season 2, including Where to Watch Season 1 and More - SEE HERE:

Since we are just about THREE weeks away (as of THIS SUNDAY!) until the Season 2 premiere of "When Hope Calls" on Great American Family on Sunday, April 6th, I figured it would be the perfect moment to address the THREE most frequently asked questions about the show.

Before I share those questions, though, I couldn't resist sharing above the new "When Hope Calls" Season 2 poster Great American Family released yesterday, especially since I know many of you are just as excited as I am about the new season!

The actors and actresses featured in the poster are Cindy Busby, Christopher Russell, Wendy Crewson, Hannake Talbot, Sarah Fisher, Jon McClaren, and Nick Bateman.

(Reminder: For those of you who stream on Pure Flix, you'll be able to watch early on Thursday, April 3rd!)

Alright, let's take a closer look into the three most popular questions I've come across regarding "When Hope Calls." I'll do my best to provide answers for each one.


The first question is...

Where can I watch Season 1 of "When Hope Calls"?

* Season 1 of "When Hope Calls" can be streamed through Hallmark+ - *click here for details* (The service currently offers a 7-day free trial).

* Amazon Prime also offers a low price to Buy Season 1 to stream - *click here for details*.

* Or if you prefer, the first season of "When Hope Calls" is also available on DVD through Amazon - *click here for details*.

* The Christmas episodes of "When Hope Calls," which are considered to be the first two episodes of Season 2, can be streamed through Great American Pure Flix - *click here for details*. (The service currently offers a 7-day free trial for new members)


The 2nd most asked question...

Will Great American Family air Season 1 of "When Hope Calls" before airing Season 2?

* Unfortunately, Great American Family doesn't have the rights to the first season of "When Hope Calls" at this time. The show originally premiered on Hallmark's streaming platform before being broadcast on the Hallmark Channel. Currently, the only way to view the first season of "When Hope Calls" is through Hallmark+, unless, of course, an agreement is eventually reached between the networks.

* Great American Family does own the rights to their two Christmas episodes that start off season 2. This means there's a chance they might air those episodes before the April premiere, so let's be sure to keep an eye on the schedule!


The third most asked question...

Will any of the actors from the first season of "When Hope Calls" be making a return for season two?

The answer to that is... YES! Among the new characters seen in the poster above, you will also see several familiar faces in season two.

Actors returning include:

Morgan Kohan

Ryan-James Hatanaka

Kalinka Petrie

Wendy Crewson

Jefferson Brown

Hanneke Talbot

Neil Crone

Elizabeth Saunders

Note: Some of the actors from season 1 will be in limited episodes in season two, while others are returning for the entire season.

Jon McClaren is one of the new actors; however, he will be playing the role of Sam Tremblay, previously portrayed by Marshall Williams in season one and in the Christmas episodes.


Behind-the-scenes promo:

Have a Blessed Weekend, Everyone!

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New Promos Released for "When Hope Calls" Season 2 feature Cindy Busby, Christopher Russell, and Morgan Kohan

Hello, everyone! I have some more exciting news today for the series "When Hope Calls" for all of you Hopefuls!

Great American Media has released 2 new promos for the series via Parade.com.

“When Hope Calls” season 2 premieres April 6th on Great American Family and April 3rd on Great American Pure Flix (streaming).


Here are the new promos:

The first preview features Mountie Michael Fletcher (Christopher Russell) delivering a special letter to Lillian (Morgan Kohan):



The second promo features Nora Anderson (Cindy Busby) introducing herself to Mountie Michael Fletcher:




To read the full article, which also features newly released photos from Great American Media, visit parade.com.

I'll also be sharing images and episode details on my "When Hope Calls" page.

Have a Blessed Day!

Net

When Hope Calls Season 2 - Great American Family - Poster - Press Images - Trailer - Episode Details - Starring Cindy Busby, Christopher Russell, Nick Bateman, Sarah Fisher, Jon McLaren, Hanneke Talbot, Trevor Donovan, Neil Crone, Wendy Crewson, RJ Hatanaka, and Morgan Kohan

TV Drama: When Hope Calls - Season 2

Network: Great American Family

Original Air Date: April 6, 2025

Details via Great American Family:

“When Hope Calls” is a spinoff of Author Janette Oke’s legendary book series, When Calls the Heart. Initially, the series followed a pair of sisters, Lillian Walsh (Kohan) and Grace Bennett (Jocelyn Hudon) to the town of Brookfield, circa 1916. “When Hope Calls” is a family drama centered on the town’s orphanage and its residents who meet tremendous challenges while creating a hopeful, faith-filled community on the cusp of change in the frontier town while nurturing the children in their care.

There are eight episodes in season two, and while the opening episodes pay homage to the romance of “Lillian” and “Mountie Gabriel,” new characters are introduced that are seminal to the orphanage and children, the sprawling farms and ranchlands, and to the town of Brookfield who welcome a new Constable from the Royal Canadian Mounted Police, “Mountie Michael” (Christopher Russell).

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When Hope Calls Season 2 - Cast:

Cindy Busby ... Nora Anderson
Christopher Russell ... Mountie Michael Fletcher
Nick Bateman ... Wyatt
Sarah Fisher ... Hannah Lawrence
Jon McLaren ... Sam Tremblay
Wendy Crewson ... Tess Stewart
Hanneke Talbot ... Maggie Parsons
Neil Crone ... Ronnie Stewart
Morgan Kohan ... Lillian Walsh
Ryan-James (RJ) Hatanaka ... Mountie Gabriel
Trevor Donovan ... Constable Jim Reynolds
Kyana Teresa ... Debbie Mayfair
Kalinka Petrie ... Lucie Clay
Austin Kurtis ... Steve
Jesse Hutch ...



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"When Hope Calls " Season 2 - Episode Details:

(Please note: The first two episodes of Season 2 are the Christmas episodes from 2021. See details on those episodes here.)


Episode 3 - A New Beginning:

Air Date: Sunday, April 6, 2025 (8pm/7c.)

Storyline: When Nora, an out-of-town lawyer, arrives in Brookfield led by an unexpected family connection, the town welcomes her along with the new Mountie, Fearless Fletcher, who is filling in for Mountie Gabriel. Sam returns from prospecting for gold and meets Maggie’s (Hanneke Talbot) parents who have come to visit. Lillian has been looking after the orphanage since her sister, Grace, married and moved to London. When Lillian receives a letter from Mountie Gabriel who tells her how much he loves her, she is torn between her long-distance love and ongoing duty to the orphans in Brookfield. Tess (Wendy Crewson) has a new foal on her land that goes missing. Tess searches with the help of brother-in-law Ronnie (Neil Crone) who runs Brookfield’s hotel. Hannah Lawrence tries to maintain the sprawling ranch of her late uncle, Ray, with the help of Wyatt (Nick Bateman) who oversees the day-to-day.


Episode 4 - So Long, Not Goodbye:

Air Date: Sunday, April 13, 2025 (8pm/7c.)
Palm Sunday

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.


Episode 5 - Finding Our Way:

Air Date: Sunday, April 20, 2025 (8pm/7c.)
Happy Easter / Resurrection Sunday

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.


Episode 6 - The Truth Shall Set You Free:

Air Date: Sunday, April 27, 2025 (8pm/7c.)


Storyline: Nora helps a new orphan acclimate; Maggie's baking causes a dilemma for Sam; Hannah holds an auction; someone from Tess' past arrives.


Episode 7 - Bringing to Light:

Air Date: Sunday, May 4, 2025 (8pm/7c.)


Storyline: Nora and Mountie Fletcher track down a dubious claim; Hannah and Wyatt have a tough decision to make; Maggie tends to the orphans; trouble brews for the ranchers.


Episode 8 - Season of Change:

Air Date: Sunday, May 11, 2025 (8pm/7c.)

Happy Mother's Day

Storyline: The town celebrates; love blooms; the Mounties and ranchers team up to protect the ranchers' livelihood.



Bookmark this page and stay tuned for further episode details.

I hope many of you will enjoy the 2nd season of When Hope Calls on Great American Family!

Blessings to you all,

Net

Great American Family Drops New Promo for "County Rescue," "When Hope Calls," and "Vindication"

Exciting news! A brand new promo (see below) from Great American Family states that beginning with "County Rescue," the channel will have a new episode from a TV series EVERY Sunday night until Christmas 2025 begins!

"County Rescue" is currently set to begin its second season on Great American Family on Sunday, February 23rd.

The series stars Julia Reilly, Riley Hough, Percy Bell, Kristin Wollett, Brett Varvel, Stacey Patino, Tim Perez-Ross, and Angel Luis.

"When Hope Calls" will start its season 2 on Great American Family on Sunday, April 6th, with returning cast members and an additional cast! (You can also look for the family drama even sooner on Great American Pure Flix - on April 3rd!)

The series stars Cindy Busby, Christopher Russell, Nick Bateman, Wendy Crewson, Hanneke Talbot, Morgan Kohan, Ryan-James (RJ) Hatanaka, Trevor Donovan, Jon McLaren, Sarah Fisher, and Jesse Hutch.

The premiere date for "Vindication" is currently unknown. The faith-based crime drama has three seasons presently airing on Great American Pure Flix.

The series stars Todd Terry, Venus Monique, Peggy Schott, Emma Elle Roberts, Steve Mokate, Masey McClain, Ben Davies, Ashley Bratcher, Rachel Hendrix, Jeff Fenter, Major Dodge, and Jordan Elsass.


New Promo:




I hope many of you are looking forward to these series as much as I am... especially "County Rescue" and "When Hope Calls"!

Have a blessed weekend, everyone!

Net

promo video via: Great American Media

❤️ New Promo Released for "When Hope Calls" Season 2

Great American Family has released a new promo for season 2 of “When Hope Calls,” and it looks fantastic!

The new commercial highlights the incredible cast, which includes Morgan Kohan, Cindy Busby, Christopher Russell, Nick Bateman, Sarah Fisher, Hanneke Talbot, Jon McLaren, and RJ Hatanaka!

Although it's not mentioned in the promo, Trevor Donovan and Jesse Hutch will also make an appearance in season two!

Look for the exciting return of “When Hope Calls” on Great American Family in 2025!

Promo video via: Great American Media
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I'm so excited "When Hope Calls" will return on Great American Family next year! It will be so good to see Lillian, Mountie Gabriel, and many beloved characters we love in Brookefield return, along with new faces!

"When Hope Calls" is a spin-off series from "When Calls the Heart." Season one first premiered in 2019, and the story centered around two sisters, Lillian and Grace, as they reunited after years apart and opened an orphanage in the town of Brookfield.

If you're looking forward to season 2, please share your thoughts in comments below.

Blessings to you all,

Net

Two More Great American Family Stars Added To The Cast Of When Hope Calls Season 2

Is there a new sheriff in town? Or an outlaw?

As if the cast of When Hope Calls Season 2 wasn't impressive enough, with Cindy Busby, Christopher Russell, Nick Bateman, Trevor Donovan, Wendy Crewson, Hanneke Talbot, Morgan Kohan, and Ryan-James (RJ) Hatanaka, today we learned that two more Great American Family stars have joined the all-star cast!

Before I make the reveal, When Hope Calls is currently expected to premiere in January of 2025 on Great American Family. An actual premiere date has not been given.

So, who has joined the cast?

It's Jesse Hutch, star of Christmas Under the Northern Lights, A Little Women's Christmas, A Christmas Blessing, and more!

Jesse shared the image above on Instagram with the caption:

NEW CHARACTER coming at you in the new year. For some real fun swipe to the end. This cast and this team is awesome. Get excited. #actor #jessehutch #whenhopecalls

Another picture that Jesse shared (see above) revealed another Great American Family star... Sarah Fisher, of A Harvest Homecoming and Meet Me Under the Mistletoe.

It should be fun to learn who Jesse and Sarah's characters will be in the series. Are they, perhaps, a couple?

Stay tuned for more details.

Blessings on your day,

Net

“When Hope Calls” Season 2 Coming To Great American Family In 2025 - SEE HERE:

It's official! Great American Family is bringing back the beloved "When Hope Calls" series for Season 2!

New actors have been brought in to star in the series, that is a spin-off from "When Calls the Heart," however, Morgan Kohan (“Sullivan’s Crossing”) reprises her role as Lillian Walsh, and Ryan-James (RJ) Hatanaka (“Criminal Minds”) will return as Mountie Gabriel.

See all of the details in Great American Media's press release below...

GREAT AMERICAN MEDIA ANNOUNCES SEQUEL TO STORIED FRANCHISE,

‘WHEN HOPE CALLS,’

STARRING CINDY BUSBY, CHRISTOPHER RUSSELL, NICK BATEMAN,

WENDY CREWSON, HANNEKE TALBOT, MORGAN KOHAN,

AND RYAN-JAMES (RJ) HATANAKA,

BEGINS SEASON TWO PRODUCTION FOR SERIES PREMIERE JANUARY 2025

NEW YORK, NY – September 19, 2024 – Great American Media announced its sequel to a storied TV series, inspired by beloved author, Janette Oke, “When Hope Calls,” begins filming in late September for a World Premiere in January 2025 on Great American Family, then streaming on Pure Flix.

“When Hope Calls” season two stars Cindy Busby (Crown Prince of Christmas) as “Nora,” Christopher Russell (A Dash of Christmas) as “Constable, Mountie Michael,” Nick Bateman (A Christmas Miracle with Daisy) as “Wyatt,” Wendy Crewson (“Frankie Drake Mysteries”) as “Tess Stewart,” Hanneke Talbot (“Star Trek”) as “Maggie Parsons,” Morgan Kohan (“Sullivan’s Crossing”) as “Lillian Walsh,” and Ryan-James (RJ) Hatanaka (“Criminal Minds”) as “Mountie Gabriel.”

“When Hope Calls” is a spinoff of Oke’s legendary book series, When Calls the Heart and followed a pair of sisters, Lillian Walsh (Kohan) and Grace Bennett (Jocelyn Hudon) to the town of Brookfield, circa 1916. “When Hope Calls” is a family drama centered on the town’s orphanage and its residents who meet tremendous challenges while creating a hopeful, faith-filled community on the cusp of change in the frontier town while nurturing the children in their care.

“We were fortunate early on to understand that Janette Oke’s faith-filled characters had such rich origins that building entertainment universes from this world would present themselves over and over,” said Bill Abbott, President & CEO, Great American Media.

“When Hope Calls” had 10 episodes in season one, followed by two one-hour Christmas episodes in 2021 that saw Lori Loughlin reprise her role as Abigail Stanton. There are eight episodes in season two, and while the opening episodes pay homage to the romance of “Lillian” and “Mountie Gabriel,” new characters are introduced that are seminal to the orphanage and children, the sprawling farms and ranchlands, and to the town of Brookfield who welcome a new Constable from the Royal Canadian Mounted Police, “Mountie Michael” (Russell).

“When Hope Calls” is executive produced by Brad Krevoy, Cara Russell, Lorenzo Nardini, and Amy Krell (full producer billing block released soon). Bradley Walsh directs from Original screenplay by showrunner and writer, Alfonso Moreno.

ABOUT GREAT AMERICAN MEDIA

Great American Media is home to a family-friendly portfolio of brands including Great American Family, Great American Pure Flix and Great American Faith & Living. As the flagship linear TV network, Great American Family features original Christmas movies, rom-coms and classic series that celebrate faith, family and country. Great American Pure Flix is a leading faith and family streaming service that inspires, uplifts and entertains with content that you can confidently stream with the entire family. Other platforms include, Great American Faith & Living, the unscripted companion to Great American Family that celebrates faith, family, and country every day and every season; Great American Adventures and Pure Flix TV, FAST channels (free ad-supporting streaming TV). Great American Media was established in June 2021 by Bill Abbott and a group of US-based family offices.

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My Quick Take:

I am ecstatic that Great American Family is bringing "When Hope Calls" back! It's going to be a little different to see new characters in Brookfield, but I am ready to embrace new beginnings. It's just wonderful to see this network continue this beloved series.

Cindy Busby previously starred in three episodes of "When Calls the Heart" as Marlise Bennett; however, she will play a new character in season 2 of "When Hope Calls."

I have a feeling that Morgan Kohan's role may be limited since she is also currently filming a new season of "Sullivan’s Crossing" until November. "When Hope Calls" filming schedule is September 30th through November 30th.

Please share your thoughts in comments below.

Blessings to you all,

Net

⛵🔨 Father's Day Weekend - Movies, Marathons, and More ⚾⛳ SEE HERE:

Happy Father's Day Weekend!

There's a good mix of New Movies and Marathons on TV this Father's Day weekend. You'll find new movies on the Hallmark Channel and UPtv, plus Father-themed movies and great sitcom marathons on GAC Family, Hallmark and the classic station, FETV... and more!

I'll hammer out all the details below...

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Saturday, June 18, 2022:

GAC Family Saturday

Movie Marathon

Enjoy a day at the ranch and some Christmas joy with GAC Family's Saturday movies...

2pm - An Autumn Romance
4pm - Love on the Rise
6pm - Autumn Stables
8pm - Joy for Christmas
10pm - An Hour Behind

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Saturday, June 18, 2022:

It's Summer Nights on the Hallmark Channel with the premiere of...

Moriah's Lighthouse

Storyline: Based on the book series by Serena Miller. Moriah (Lefevre) is a woodworking artisan living in a French, seaside town, who dreams of restoring the local lighthouse. When Ben (Macfarlane), an American architect, comes to town, it seems as though her dreams will never become reality after she learns he’s there to give the lighthouse a makeover… but for another buyer.

Moriah's Lighthouse

Premieres Saturday, June 18, 2022

at 8pm/7c. on the Hallmark Channel

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Saturday, June 18, 2022:

Morning Show Mysteries

Marathon

Hallmark Movies & Mysteries Saturday Marathon of Morning Show Mysteries:

Morning Show Mysteries: Mortal Mishaps - 11am
Morning Show Mysteries: Murder on the Menu - 1pm
Morning Show Mysteries: A Murder in Mind - 3pm
Morning Show Mysteries: Countdown to Murder - 5pm
Morning Show Mysteries: Death by Design - 7pm

*Morning Show Mysteries is available on DVD:

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Sunday, June 19, 2022:

Hallmark Movies & Mysteries Movie Marathon

Love Finds a Way Rom Drama-Thon

Enjoy Hallmark Movies & Mysteries day-long marathon on Sunday:

*WELCOME TO MAMA'S - 11am
*WEDDING BELLS - 1pm
*A HARVEST WEDDING - 3pm
*FOREVER IN MY HEART - 5pm
*COLOR MY WORLD WITH LOVE - 7pm
*ALL OF MY HEART - 9pm


Movies available on DVD:

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Sunday, June 19, 2022:

It's the Hallmark Channel premiere of...

The Vows We Keep

Story: An event planner (Gubelmann) must organize the perfect wedding for her sister in less than a month when she finds out that the Rosewood, a historic inn and beloved wedding venue, is being sold.

The Vows We Keep

Airs for the first time

on the Hallmark Channel

Sunday, June 19, 2022 at 8pm/7c.

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Sunday, June 19, 2022:

UPtv's June Grooms movies continue with the premiere of...

A Romance Wedding

Storyline via UPtv: Zoe Davis is a successful and highly driven wedding planner in the big city. When her father asks her for help at the family café, she happily drives back to her cozy hometown of Romance, Oregon. Little does she know her mom has already hired Will, an aspiring food chef, to help… Zoe’s childhood sweetheart! Tensions rise between Zoe and Will, but so does the chemistry.

A Romance Wedding

Premieres Sunday, June 19, 2022

at 7pm/6c. on UPtv

*A Romance Wedding is available on DVD, plus...

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Sunday, June 19, 2022:

Duck Family Treasure

It's an all new reality adventure - with Jase, Jep, and Uncle Si Robertson from Duck Dynasty!

Details via Fox: Expert duck hunters, Jase and Jep Robertson are hunting something new – buried treasure! With the help of their quick-witted Uncle Si and expert treasure hunter, Murry Crowe, Jase and Jep are ready to uncover some incredible historical riches.

See this One Night Only first episode premiere on Fathers Day, June 19th - on Fox News at 10pm and repeating at 1am EST. (The episode is 1 hour long)

Duck Family Treasure

Premieres Sunday, June 19, 2022

at 10pm/9c. on Fox News

(the rest of the series will air on the streaming service - Fox Nation)

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Sunday, June 19, 2022:

Enjoy Family Sitcoms and more this Father Day...

Father’s Day Classic TV Marathons, Movies, and More:

GAC Family - Full House marathon

FETV - Leave it to Beaver marathon

TCM - Life with Father and The Courtship of Eddie's Father

INSP - Western movies and the TV show, Gunsmoke

Hallmark Drama - Matlock marathon and Mystery movies including: Along Came a Nanny and Undercover Bridesmaid

BYU - I Can Only Imagine and Fly Away Home

Antenna TV - It's a Father’s Day Feast, featuring a marathon of sitcoms, such as: Dennis the Menace, Hazel, Father Knows Best and more!


Father themed DVDs:

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What I'm planning to catch⚾ on TV this weekend...

I'm hoping to watch some of the "Leave it to Beaver" marathon on FETV on Sunday evening, 7pm-10pm. They are calling it "A Very Ward Father's Day Marathon." I've always enjoyed watching the reruns of this series. It's refreshing to see a show with honest and decent children, who still get in trouble and make mistakes, but ultimately, respect their father and mother.

I'm also looking forward to seeing the new "Duck Family Adventure!" My family and I always loved watching "Duck Dynasty" together; we would laugh so hard at all of their hilarious antics. Plus, it was always beautiful to see the Robertson family come together at the end of every episode for a family meal around the long dinner table and pray before eating. And while I know this won't be exactly the same... with Uncle Si, it still has to be a whole lot of fun! Plus, I'm hoping there will be elements of faith along the way, as well.

As for the new movies... I'm looking forward to seeing the premiere of A Romance Wedding on UPtv! First, I like the actress who plays the lead, Morgan Kohan. She's wonderful as Lillian in the When Hope Calls series. Plus, Morgan and her opposite in this, Drew Nelson, are a real-life couple! And to top it all off... we have a wonderful review from Maria, who is a loyal follower and reviewer here at It's a Wonderful Movie! Here is Maria's review:

💐 "I found a way to watch 'A Romance Wedding' early, and I really enjoyed it! And I'm proud to say that it's also clean. :) I'm sure you'll all enjoy it when it airs." –Maria (Thank you so much, Maria, for sharing this with us!)

The other new movie airing this weekend is Moriah's Lighthouse on the Hallmark Channel. I haven't pre-screened this movie, but here is an extra detail you may want to know: actor Paul Campbell (Surprised by Love, A Godwink Christmas, etc...) and Terrence Cunningham (director of Love Finds You in Sugarcreek, Enchanted Christmas, etc...) created the script for this movie, based on the book by Serena B. Miller. You may be familiar with Miller's other books-to-movies: An Uncommon Grace and Love Finds You in Sugarcreek.

Now, like I said... I don't know if the movie Moriah's Lighthouse will be a good one, yet, but I do like the theme of lighthouses for Father's Day weekend. When I think of lighthouses, I think of strength and security; they are steady and dependable, a guide lighting the way home. That's the most important role of fathers - guiding and loving their children, showing them the way and leading them through the journey of life.

I pray all of you fathers and grandfathers out there have a very Happy Father's Day! I'll be enjoying this special time with my family, showering my precious, hardworking Daddy and all of the fathers in our family with lots of love, and remembering my dear Pa-Pa and Grandpa in heaven.

How blessed we all are to have a heavenly Father - who loves us and calls us His children. He is always there when we call on His Name.

I hope you all have a nice, relaxing, peaceful weekend.

Blessings to You All! Net

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SHINING HIS LIGHT:

"Children, obey your parents in the Lord, for this is right. “Honor your father and mother” —which is the first commandment with a promise— “so that it may go well with you and that you may enjoy long life on the earth.” Fathers, do not exasperate your children; instead, bring them up in the training and instruction of the Lord."

~Ephesians 6:1-4

"As a father has compassion on his children, so the LORD has compassion on those who fear him;"

~Psalm 103:13

GAC Family Announces Special "When Hope Calls Christmas" Preview Show! SEE HERE:

GAC Family has announced a special presentation - a behind-the-scenes look at the new "When Hope Calls" this Sunday night!

Here is the message GAC Family shared on social media:

#GACfamilyTV has a special gift for all who love #WhenHopeCalls! 🎄 Join us for an hour of behind-the-scenes video, actor and producer interviews, fan questions, and fun from the set of filming #WhenHopeCallsChristmas!

#HeartiesChrismasPresent airs Sunday, December 12, 10pmET/7pmPT, immediately following the premiere of #AChristmasStar!

I'm personally very excited to visit Brookfield once again with these beloved characters. As a strong believer in forgiveness and redemption, I'm very much looking forward to seeing Lori Loughlin return to TV as Abigail Stanton. And what better time than Christmas, the season of love! Jesus was born so we could all be forgiven of our sins.

See "When Hope Calls: Hearties Christmas Present"

(a special one hour behind-the-scenes preview show)

Sunday, December 12, 2021

at 10pm/9c. on GAC Family

"When Hope Calls Christmas"

Premieres Saturday December 18, 2021

at 8pm/7c. on GAC Family

After the premiere of "When Hope Calls Christmas" on Saturday night, December 18, 2021, GAC Family will air "The Chosen: The Wedding Gift." Depicting the life of Jesus, the faith-based series, "The Chosen," has become widely popular - with over 100 million views for Seasons 1 and 2.

"The Wedding Gift" is the fifth episode of the first season of "The Chosen." (It's original air date was: November 26, 2019.) In this episode, according to the-chosen.fandom.com: "Nicodemus interrogates John the Baptizer while Jesus and his students make their way to a wedding celebration in Cana. When the wine runs low, Mary asks her son to intervene on behalf of the bridegroom's family.

Hope you will look forward to these programs as much as I am. It's nice to finally see a program that centers around Jesus - the true meaning of the season!

As I end this post, I also want to mention how heartbreaking it has been to hear the stories of devastation from the storms that struck across our nation. My heart and prayers go out to the victims, their families, and the rescue workers. Lord be with them all and give them strength.

God bless us, everyone... Net

Daniel Lissing of "When Calls the Heart" joins Lori Loughlin in "When Hope Calls!"

What a surprising, interesting cast choice! Daniel Lissing portrayed popular Mountie Jack Thornton on When Calls the Heart. His character sadly died in a tragic accident at the end of Season 5. Presumably, Daniel will take on a new role when he joins his WCTH alum, Lori Loughlin, in season 2 of When Hope Calls on GAC Family.

Deadline is reporting. "Lissing’s role is being kept under wraps for now."

Along with Lori Loughlin and Daniel Lissing, we will see the return of many familiar faces from the first season of When Hope Calls, including:

Morgan Kohan as Lillian Walsh and

Ryan-James (RJ) Hatanaka as Mountie Gabriel Winslow

Wendy Crewson as Tess Stewart

Neil Crone as Ronnie Stewart

Plus, Hanneke Talbot as Maggie Parson

and Jefferson Brown as Joe Moody

When Hope Calls: A Country Christmas is currently scheduled to air on GAC Family on Saturday, December 18, 2021 at 8pm/7c.

I am personally delighted to see this family friendly series return to GAC Family; I'm quite curious to see what Daniel Lissing's role will be. In season one, it was precious to see Lillian with the children at the orphanage, and I'm looking forward to more of these warm and fuzzy, heartfelt stories.

What do you think of this cast news?

Blessings to you all, Net

When Hope Calls season one (10 episodes!) can be seen on DVD and Prime Video.




*images: When Hope Calls - Hallmark Crown Media

GAC Family Announces Original Series 'When Hope Calls' Season Two Set to Premiere December 18 with Lori Loughlin!

GAC Family Announces Original Series 

'When Hope Calls' Season Two 

Set to Premiere December 18

Lori Loughlin Reprises Beloved Character in Return to Television

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NEW YORK, Sept. 28, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- GAC Family today announced season two of the hit series "When Hope Calls" will premiere exclusively on the network this holiday season. Lori Loughlin ("When Calls the Heart," "Fuller House") is set to guest star in the original series reprising the role of her beloved TV character, Abigail Stanton. The two-part premiere titled "When Hope Calls: A Country Christmas" debuts Saturday, December 18. The announcement was made today by Bill Abbott, President & CEO of GAC Media.

GAC Family (formerly Great American Country) launched on September 27 under the tagline "Stories Well Told" and features family-friendly, holiday-themed movies and series that celebrate American culture, lifestyle and heritage.

When Hope Calls" is set in Brookfield, a town on the western prairie with a deep sense of acceptance, love, and family, and is a TV spinoff of award-winning author Janette Oke's novel series, "When Calls the Heart". In the World Premiere of "When Hope Calls: A Country Christmas, Part 1," a Christmas festival worthy of Harper's Bazaar happens in Brookfield as the community is one of three contenders in the magazine's search for America's #1 Country Christmas Town. The entire town is preoccupied with creating the essence of Christmas for the photojournalist's lens, though, behind the scenes, residents are not living the spirit of the season. In the midst of the fuss, a stagecoach appears, and out steps Abigail Stanton and her son, Cody who have brought a troubled boy to Lillian's orphanage. Episode 201 of "When Hope Calls" premieres Saturday, December 18 at 8 pm ET/PT.

In the World Premiere of "When Hope Calls: A Country Christmas, Part 2," photojournalist Paul Franklin is wrapping his research on the community of Brookfield as a contender for America's #1 Country Christmas Town. By now, Paul blends in as the town prepares for Christmas Eve. Lillian, the orphans, and Gabriel are running out of options to restore the troubled boy's hope for better times. Just when all seems lost, a secret Santa appears to fulfill all holiday wishes, and Abigail has a profound conversation with a dear friend from the past. Meanwhile, Paul's lens is recording every miraculous moment. Episode 202 of "When Hope Calls" premieres Saturday, December 18 at 9 pm ET/PT.

Executive Producers of "When Hope Calls" are Brad Krevoy, Brian Bird, Michael Landon, Jr., Alfonso H. Moreno, Kaitlyn Greenough, and David Anselmo. Producer is Kym Crepin. Supervising Producers are W. Michael Beard and Michael Shepard. Director is Bradley Walsh. The spinoff series is created by Alfonso H. Moreno.

The "When Hope Calls" Season One cable debut in February 2020 averaged a 2.0 household rating and 2 million Total Viewers. [Source: Nielsen, February 23, 2020]

Additional casting information will be announced at a later date.


ABOUT GAC Media

GAC Media, LLC is home to Great American Channels: "GAC Family" Stories Well Told and "GAC Living" Life Well Lived. As the flagship service, GAC Family celebrates American culture, lifestyle and heritage with original holiday-themed, family-friendly movies and series. GAC Living is the unscripted companion to GAC Family that celebrates Great American family-friendly traditions every day and every season. GAC Media, LLC was established in June 2021 and was organized by Dallas-based Hicks Equity Partners LLC and Bill Abbott. Its ownership primarily consists of US-based family offices.

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My Quick Take:

I am personally over the moon to see the return of When Hope Calls and Lori Loughlin, especially at Christmas! What a perfect time! It is going to be such a joy to see the return of these beloved characters from Brookfield, plus Lori as Abigail Stanton, again, and Carter Ryan's return as Abigail's son, Cody! And who else might visit the town from Hope Valley - Mountie Nathan, perhaps? Or... Allie? Rosemary? Lee? Doctor Carson? So many possibilities!

I certainly love all the surprises coming from GAC Family and I hope you do, too! 

If you need to catch up on the first season of When Hope Calls, it is available on DVD or Prime Video. See *HERE*! I highly recommend this show for family viewing, as it is beautiful and heartwarming.

Blessings on your day! Net