Join Ward and Lydia Simpson as welcome our GOD TV family to our Christmas and New Year programming. They’ll be joined by special guests such as Ron Cantor, Ben & Jodie Hughes, Robert Henderson, Mark Chironna, the UK Team and others. We’d love to have you join us for our special Christmas programs,
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Movies
Lucy Shimmers and the Prince of Peace – Second chances start when a hardened criminal crosses paths with a precocious little girl who is helped by an angel to change hearts during the holiday season. – Friday 17th & Christmas Day
Christmas Child – As Christmas draws near, Chicago journalist Jack Davenport feels disconnected from the holiday, his work, and his estranged wife. When Jack’s job takes him to Dallas, a perplexing photograph draws him to the small town of Clearwater, Texas, where he discovers an intricately carved nativity. As Jack delves into the mysteries surrounding the nativity and its creator, he uncovers secrets from his past, reunites with the family he never knew, and returns to the love who never left him. Based on the story by acclaimed Christian author Max Lucado, Christmas Child is a heart-warming family film that stars William R. Moses (Touched by an Angel), Megan Follows (Anne of Green Gables), and six-time Grammy Award winning artist Steven Curtis Chapman. – Saturday 4th & Wednesday 22nd
Christmas for a Dollar – Inspired by a true story, Christmas for a Dollar is a holiday classic about a family that finds out what truly brings joy and love at Christmas. In the midst of the Great Depression, the Kamp family has struggled since Mrs. Kamp’s untimely death. The older children do their best to take care of the family, but the younger children, including Hopalong Cassidy fan Norman and straight-talking little Ruthie, struggle the most with a bleak-looking future. With mounting debt from Norman’s battle with polio, the siblings fully expect a Christmas without presents. However, when Father scrapes together a dollar in coins, everything changes. As each child comes up with a special gift to give another member of the family, they soon begin to discover that the spirit of Christmas is priceless. – Wednesday 8th & Wednesday 15th
The List – By the age of twelve, Jack Stone had experienced more life grit than most adults. In desperation, he decides to grab the controls, make a list as his roadmap and set out to accomplish life his way. Fifteen years of life on the street and clawing up from the bottom later, we find Jack as a successful lawyer. He’s done well on his own, crossed a lot off his list and added more. But, he hasn’t factored God into the plan. God hasn’t seemed to be around much in the past… so can Jack trust Him with the future? As life continues to take its toll and tragedies strike, will Jack relinquish the power of his list in order to gain all he’s ever wanted? – Saturday 11th & Friday 31st
I Am Potential – “I Am Potential” is based on the inspiring true story of Patrick Henry Hughes. Patrick Henry was born without eyes and his joints didn’t form properly, keeping him from ever walking. This is the story of how a father learned to sacrifice all of his own dreams and plans for the sake of his son. At his home in Louisville, Kentucky, Patrick Henry continued to face opposition. While his father worked to provide for the expensive procedures, Patrick Henry dreamed of one day becoming a member of a real marching band. Patrick Henry had to fight all the odds to become an accomplished pianist, trumpet player and singer. The Hughes family’s story reminds us all to look at the things we have rather than the things we don’t, as we all try to reach our God-given potential.. – Sunday 12th & Wednesday 29th
Specials
Comfort and Joy – A Highlands Christmas Experience – Christmas Eve – 9pm
A wonderful carol service from Church of the Highlands, in Birmingham, AL. Pastor Chris Hodges shares the story of Jesus’ birth and focuses on the portion of Scripture found in Luke 2:7, where Mary comforted the baby by wrapping Him in swaddling cloths. Throughout His life, Jesus experienced every aspect of humanity in order to identify with our emotions and needs. Jesus’ first human experience was being comforted, and He is now able to comfort us through anything we face in our lives. At the end of His life on earth, Jesus promised another Comforter would always be with us: the Holy Spirit. After the difficult year we have faced, we all need the peace, wisdom, and power available to us through the Person of the Holy Spirit. This Christmas, let’s make a fresh commitment to go “all in,” get to know the Holy Spirit, and experience the comfort and joy that only He can provide. Features carols from Highlands Worship.
Christmas play from Gateway Church – Christmas City USA – Saturday 18th & Christmas Day
Join Gateway Church for a new Christmas show featuring original music and an amazing cast of characters! Full of spectacular scenery and costumes, high-energy song and dance, a generous helping of humor, and heart-tugging moments, Christmas City, USA is sure to be a family favorite. During the show, you’ll travel to Christmas City, USA (aka, Bethlehem, Pennsylvania) with our main character, Elleanor. It’s Christmas Eve, and Elleanor can’t wait to explore this wonderful town that is devoted to celebrating Christmas … plus, there’s a deeply personal tie to her ancestry. Elleanor, along with a crew of other colorful characters, set off on a trolley tour of the town to learn more about this special city with a longstanding, close connection to American history.
With flashback scenes, displays coming to life (due to Elleanor’s vivid imagination), and massive musical numbers, this show moves at a quick pace and makes you feel like you’re a part of the story. From beginning to end, Christmas City, USA will draw you in through heartfelt performances that will make you laugh, move you to tears, and warm your heart as we explore what makes the most wonderful time of the year so wonderful! This holiday season, join us for a story of wonder, hope, and finding your way home again. You may enjoy it so much you see it more than once!
Christmas with J John – Special carol service with J John – Monday 20th & Christmas Day
GO Deeper with Dr Mark Chironna – Saturday 18th & Tuesday 21st
What does Gabriel’s visit to Mary say to the church now? In this Christmas special, Dr Mark Chironna dives into Luke 1, going verse by verse with deep insights. Whatever is impossible for us, is possible with God.
Heart of Christmas Special Musical – Friday 10th & Christmas Day
The Heart of Christmas is a story about a story. Ruth, a young girl who escapes World War II in Europe, finds a new home and family in America. She learns about Christmas for the first time as her new grandmother reads her a story—The Servant King, a family favorite passed down from generation to generation. In this tale, we meet Zargon, a prince of Persia, and his three wise friends. They discover a sign in the heavens that heralds the birth of the King of the universe. By studying ancient Jewish prophecies, they learn that his birthplace is Bethlehem. Zargon’s three wise friends set out first on the journey toward Judea, and shortly after, Zargon heads out as well, carrying his precious gifts for the King. Zargon is unaware of the trouble he will encounter along the way, and as his touching story unfolds, young Ruth, along with the audience, discovers the true heart of Christmas. The Heart of Christmas will take you on a journey through time. You will experience the seasons of Ruth’s life and faith, from war-torn Europe to present-day America. Along the way, you’ll enjoy the music and traditions of an American family Christmas that are a joy for all ages.
Heart of Christmas UK – Tuesday 14th & Christmas Eve
A special Christmas presentation with original Christmas songs, carols, poetry, the Christmas story and a piano medley. Featuring worship leader Juliet Dawn, pianist Richard Lennox and filmed at All Saints, Weston Super Mare.
A Christmas Carol – Sunday 5th, Tuesday 7th, Wednesday 8th, Saturday 11th, Wednesday 15th, Saturday 18th, Monday 20th
There is nothing like a Christmas carol to capture the joy of the holiday season, reminding us of God’s great salvation and bringing back happy memories of all the times and places we’ve sung them. Tune in as we present a Christmas Carol from Sri Lanka, Plymouth UK, The Netherlands, Indonesia, and South Africa
The Christmas Story read by Rick Renner – Christmas Day
Join Rick as he brings amazing insight as he ‘reads’ the Christmas story.
Documentary – Dead Man Running – Monday 27th & New Years Day
Dead Man Running is the inspiring story of Todd “OC” Shoemaker who received a miracle from God that defied medical odds and saved his life. Having already been diagnosed with Cancer and Parkinson’s Disease, when Todd learned he had the autoimmune disorder Myasthenia Gravis in 2009 his future looked grave, and doctors believed he had just weeks to live. But Todd never lost hope that God had a plan for his life, and in what some thought would be his ‘final days’ he had an experience that can only be explained as supernatural.
The Shawn Miracle – Monday 20th & Wednesday 29th
The Malone family appeared to have it all. Kevin was the GM of Major League Baseball teams and Marilyn was supermom while Kevin focused on work. Then suddenly, life imploded. Shawn, their valedictorian son, had a hidden secret that would plunge their family into the depths of despair. When doctors stated, “Your son is gone,” the family boldly prayed “God, we want a full miracle….we know Shawn’s story isn’t finished.”
Better Man Event – New Year’s Day
The Better Man Event is an annual 2 hour power packed men’s event designed to equip, encourage and engage men to become “Better”. The Better Man Event features nationally known speakers, reaching men about what it means to be a better friend, student, co-worker, brother, father and husband. Featuring Hollywood actor Denzel Washington, Brazil and Real Madrid footballer, Kaka, Toby Mac, A.R.Bernard and Michael McDowell
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