Angel Studios, a film company known for championing faith-centered, family-friendly storytelling, is partnering with a production company founded by Catholic actor Neal McDonough on three forthcoming
In her poem "In the Bleak Midwinter," Christina Rosetti "juxtaposes the divinity of Jesus with His humanity," Keith Getty says. And German composer Gustav Holst's melody is "the most beautiful of all the Christmas carol melodies."
"Joy to the World" not only looks back to Christ's birth but encourages us to look forward "to discover the joy we can find by reflecting on our future hope, the second coming of Christ," Keith Getty says.
Christian singer Phil Wickham released his second holiday album this year titled Christmas, and wants to keep the wonder of the season alive by sharing the light of Jesus amid life s trials
Chris Pratt has become one of the leading actors of our time. He hasn't maintained fame by drama but by being an excellent performer and picking the right projects. He is winning the hearts of people all around the world with his personality, charm, and rare vulnerability about his love life, son, and faith.
"What must it have been like for the shepherds to witness a sky full of worshiping angels 2,000 years ago?" Keith Getty asks. In "Angels We Have Heard on High," "we are invited to join in with their worship."
Arguably the best-known Christmas carol in the world, "Silent Night" has been translated into 300 languages and dialects, and in 2011 was included in UNESCO's Intangible Cultural Heritage list. It's clearly a carol that resonates with people everywhere.
The writers of "O Little Town of Bethlehem" didn't expect it to last much past the Christmas of 1868. "But the powerful simplicity of the carol's lyrics has ensured its longevity," Keith Getty says.
"The Islands" releases this weekend, showcasing the effect that a Hawaiian leader's newfound faith had on her people. "The Star" comes back in limited theaters. "Overcomer" coming to DVD.