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Experience the WonderHi <<First Name>>, When was the last time you were captured by wonder? Did you see a glorious sunrise or stand at the edge of the seemingly endless ocean? Maybe you caught your breath at the joy on your child's face as they ran into your arms.
This week I was captured by the wonder of God's grace through broken people...those messy human beings that inhabit the space around us. Sometimes they annoy, sadden, or madden us. Then they have a brilliant moment of insight, and through them, we experience God.
I met a man who forgave his stepfather for killing his mother. I met fathers who dedicated their lives to loving and raising special needs children. I met a husband and wife who married, divorced, and remarried.
I encountered the wonder of grace expressed in the lives of people around me. I found new grace in my own life, and tried to give it without reservation to others. Grace is, after all, the overwhelming wonder of life.
As we go through our ordinary lives, let's not forget the extraordinary gift of grace freely extended. Receive it thankfully.
From the screening room,
Angela Walker
ChristianMovieNews.com
Industry Interview
Christians in Cinema: John Schneider
by Angela Walker  Look up John Schneider on the Internet Movie Database and you’ll find a list of credits all the way back to the mid-1970s, beginning with The Dukes of Hazzard. After that show catapulted him to fame as a television icon, he turned to country music and found success in a second career.
While living with Johnny and June Carter Cash, John was introduced to Christianity and became a believer. He makes no apologies for his faith, and believes in living it out in the middle of Hollywood, Broadway, or wherever his career takes him. Many actors who are believers are classified by their faith, but your career has covered a broad spectrum.
John: You’re an example in your workplace regardless of the product. I’d love to do more movies with David White. It’s great, it’s fun, and I’d enjoy it. But I also do Nip/Tuck. Probably a lot of people just dropped their coffee, but it’s the example you are in the workplace that’s important as well.
People say, “Wow, it must be very difficult being a Christian actor. That must be the toughest thing.” I say, “It’s not the toughest thing. Trying being a Christian lawyer. Try being a Christian fireman. Try being a Christian anything. It’s tough!” [ Read more... ]
Rock Pioneer Dana Key Dies by Josh Kimball - Christian Post
Christian rock pioneer Dana Key died from a ruptured blood clot Sunday night at the age of 56. The co-founder of rock band DeGarmo and Key was serving as senior pastor of The Love of Christ (TLC) Church in Cordova, Tennnessee, at the time of his death and will be honored this week at memorial services at a nearby event center. [ Read more... ]
From the Set of Doonby by Mark Joseph
I'm in a grand old Texas town called Smithville, shooting my next movie Doonby with a great cast and crew. The film was written and is being directed by Peter Mackenzie. The cast is an amazing group of friends new and old; John Schneider (Hidden Secrets, Set Apart, Holyman Undercover), Robert Davi, Will Wallace, Jenn Gotzon, Joe Estevez, and others. [ Read more... ]
Film Premieres at the Gideon Film Festival by Angela Walker
Director Gary Wheeler premiered his new film The Trial at the Gideon Media Arts Conference and Film Festival last weekend.
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In Jesus' Name Productions Announces First Feature Film "The Messiah" by Angela Walker
In Jesus' Name Productions (ijnp.org) is in development of a feature film titled The Messiah, tentatively planned for a worldwide 2012 release. The Messiah picks up where The Passion of the Christ left off and is a film that will visually communicate the Gospel message, unfold the events surrounding Jesus' death, resurrection and Pentecost in a relevant and compelling way. [ Read more... ]
Dove Review Review Courtesy of
  Dove Family-Approved
Recommended for ages 12 and over Video Release: 11/7/2006 Reviewer: Edwin L. Carpenter Source: Video Company: Pure Flix Writer: Sean Paul Murphy and Timothy Ratajczak Director: Carey Scott Producer: Michael Scott Genre: Drama Runtime: 90 min. MPAA Rating: Unrated Starring: John Schneider, David A.R. White, Tracy Melchior, Staci Keanan Synopsis:
What if your deepest secrets were suddenly exposed? Nine friends discover just how explosive it can be when their past becomes their present. Reunited at the funeral of hometown hero Chris Hayden, the friends find tensions escalating rapidly as their darkest secrets are revealed. Jeremy (David A.R. White, "Mercy Streets"), struggling with his calling as a youth pastor, is caught in an awkward love triangle between his new fiancee and his old flame Sherry (Tracy Melchior, "Bold and Beautiful"). As the embers of the past relationship reignite, Jeremy's fiancee Rachel (Staci Keanan, "Step by Step"), who is determined to solidify their relationship, demands he affirm his commitment to her. Meanwhile, Gary (John Schneider, "Dukes of Hazard," "Smallville") questions everyone's beliefs as this close-knit group of friends disputes world views, lifestyles, and personal passions. Pastor Wexler (Reginald Vel Johnson, "Die Hard," "Family Matters") encourages them not to give up but to follow the truth that Chris Hayden lived. "Hidden Secrets" is a story of love, friendship, redemption and ultimately faith that is humorous, touching and always entertaining. Dove Review:
This is a powerful movie. The plot deals with forgiveness and real-life heartaches such as losing a loved one or friend, and broken romances. John Schneider, the star of this film, gives an excellent and humorous performance as Gary, a character who is skeptical of religion. He has some great lines, such as when his friend Jeremy falls off a roof onto a thorn bush, and he tells him, "It's a good thing it wasn't a burning bush!" Since the film does boldly deal with controversial subjects such as abortion and homosexuality, and it leads to a satisfying conclusion, we recommend the movie for ages twelve and above.
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