First Look: Mel Gibson’s “The Resurrection of the Christ”

Last updated on: May 21, 2026 at 11:56 pm By DeWayne Hamby

Mel Gibson has wrapped principal photography on “The Resurrection of the Christ,” the long-awaited follow-up to his 2004 blockbuster “The Passion of the Christ,” Lionsgate announced Thursday. The epic production, from Gibson and Oscar-winning producer Bruce Davey under their Icon Productions banner, finished ahead of schedule after 134 days of filming in Rome, Bari, Ginosa, Craco, Brindisi (Torre Guaceto) and Matera, Italy. The film will be released in two parts, with Part One opening on May 6, 2027 (Ascension Day),... Read more

Jason Mraz Releases Heartfelt ‘Grandma’s Gospel Favorites’

Last updated on: May 13, 2026 at 9:14 pm By DeWayne Hamby

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Grammy-winning singer-songwriter Jason Mraz’s love of his grandmother has prompted his entry into gospel music with a deeply personal project nearly two decades in the making. His ninth studio album, “Grandma’s Gospel Favorites,” released May 8 on vinyl, CD and all digital platforms, honoring the faith-filled requests of his late grandmother. Mraz, 48, rose to fame in the mid-2000s with breezy pop hits such as “I’m Yours,” which spent a record 76 weeks on the Billboard Hot 100, and “I... Read more

Bruno Mars Opens Vegas Shows With Prayer and the Cross

Last updated on: May 13, 2026 at 8:16 pm By DeWayne Hamby

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Pop singer Bruno Mars began his 2026 “Romantic Tour” in Las Vegas not with a chart-topping hit but with a moment of quiet prayer that has since gone viral. As a sold-out crowd waited inside Allegiant Stadium on April 10 and 11, a pre-recorded video played on giant screens. Mars, kneeling inside a Catholic church, bowed his head and spoke directly to God. “God, I thank you for giving me another day to do what I love,” he said. “All... Read more

Inside Michael Jackson’s Gospel Sessions with Andrae Crouch

Last updated on: May 11, 2026 at 10:39 pm By DeWayne Hamby

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Andrae Crouch and his sister Sandra Crouch brought more than musical talent when they entered Michael Jackson’s world. They carried their gospel faith, and Jackson welcomed both. Robert Shanklin, a longtime friend and publicist for the Crouch family, witnessed their collaboration and personal connection during sessions for Jackson’s 1995 album “HIStory: Past, Present and Future, Book I.” In a recent interview, Shanklin described a relationship built on mutual respect, shared creativity and moments of spiritual openness. “They would warm up... Read more

Phil Wickham Leads K-LOVE Fan Awards with 4 Nominations

Last updated on: May 11, 2026 at 9:45 pm By DeWayne Hamby

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The biggest night in Christian music is back! Phil Wickham leads the 13th Annual K-LOVE Fan Awards with four nominations, while Lauren Daigle, Jamie MacDonald, Jeremy Camp, Josiah Queen, and Elevation Worship follow closely with three each. Fan voting is now open at KLOVEFanAwards.com. Lauren Daigle and Sadie Robertson Huff will host the live show at the iconic Grand Ole Opry House on May 24. The broadcast airs on Trinity Broadcasting Network on May 29 at 7:30 p.m. ET. The... Read more

‘The Old Stories: Moses’ with Ben Kingsley Sets May 14 Debut

Last updated on: May 7, 2026 at 10:24 pm By DeWayne Hamby

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As “House of David” continues its breakout success on Prime Video, Wonder Project is expanding the biblical universe that has captivated audiences around the world. Enter “The Old Stories: Moses” — a sweeping three-part companion special that reaches deep into Israel’s ancient past to reveal the stories that shaped a future king before he ever wore a crown. Premiering May 14, 2026, exclusively through Wonder Project’s subscription on Prime Video, “The Old Stories: Moses” is more than a retelling of... Read more

Amy Grant on Hope, Rediscovery, and “The Me That Remains”

Last updated on: May 5, 2026 at 4:33 pm By DeWayne Hamby

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When Amy Grant and I reconnected recently over a morning call, the conversation moved easily from family updates to the layers of loss and the craft of songwriting — the very threads that stitch together her new project, “The Me That Remains.” As a longtime fan who wrote her a letter at 14 (“I wish I still had it,” she quipped) and has followed her career for decades, I came to our interview wanting to hear not only about the... Read more

‘Airplane!’ Director David Zucker on Comedy, Spirituality

Last updated on: May 4, 2026 at 8:51 pm By DeWayne Hamby

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David Zucker, the legendary filmmaker behind such comedy classics as Airplane!, Top Secret!, and The Naked Gun, is teaching a new generation of comedians how to craft original satire through his free online program, MasterCrash. Zucker has described the course as a place for “people who want to learn comedy.” He says the program grew out of a lifetime spent in sketch and film comedy, along with his belief that many contemporary spoofs lack the craft that made his early... Read more

Michael Jackson Biopic: A Fan’s Honest Take on ‘Michael’

Last updated on: May 3, 2026 at 9:13 pm By DeWayne Hamby

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t’s only right that I begin this review by admitting I’m a longtime Michael Jackson fan. “Thriller” was the first cassette tape I ever bought with my own money. Writing a review of the “Thriller” video was my first contribution to my school newspaper. I even called the “Michael Jackson Hotline” back in the day for the latest news—long before social media existed. So I’m clearly the target audience for a film about his life, especially one that doesn’t feel... Read more

‘The Sheep Detectives’: a Heartwarming Whodunit for All Ages

Last updated on: May 3, 2026 at 8:01 pm By DeWayne Hamby

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“The Sheep Detectives” feels like the perfect bridge between the thrilling fun of “Knives Out” and the gentle charm of classic family films like “Babe.” Directed by Kyle Bada and released by Amazon MGM Studios on May 8, this hillside whodunit offers more than just clever detective work. It delivers genuine heart, emotional resonance, and important life lessons that resonate across generations, making it easily my favorite family film of the year. The story begins in an idyllic farm setting... Read more

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