Find things to listen to, watch, and read this Christmas.

The arrival of a charismatic priest brings miracles, mysteries and renewed religious fervor to a dying town.

Combining a joyful poem from the much-celebrated poet Luci Shaw with playful cut-paper art created by Ned Bustard, The O in Hope helps us experience the goodness of God's gifts of hope and love.

This year in particular, the tree farm I grew up on reminds me that joy and sorrow often mingle side by side, especially during the holidays.

Children and their loved ones learn about the life of Saint Nicholas and discover why he became known as one of the greatest gift givers of all time.

American Idol fan-favorite Danny Gokey offers a twelve-song set of stirring anthems, songs of comfort, and healing.

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A family who has a son with special needs has recently begun attending our church. How do we help make this transition into our church programs good for this family?

Check out our reviews for the books, movies, and music to enjoy this month.

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A weekly chat about all things mental health, personal development, and all the small decisions women can make to become healthier. 

Season 2 continues the saga of small-time American football coach Ted Lasso, who was hired to coach a professional soccer club in England, despite having no experience coaching soccer.

Based on the 1872 Christmas carol “In the Bleak Midwinter” by English poet Christina Rossetti, this stunning, wintry picture book is from acclaimed author-illustrator Tomie dePaola.

The Side B Podcast is a story-driven, conversational podcast that helps listeners understand why people dismiss or believe in God and Christianity. From the C.S. Lewis Institute.

Christian music favorite Phil Wickham delivers a tender and triumphant eighth album.

The tree branches are bare, and the flowers in the garden are gone. But did you know that many plants need this time of cold winter weather to grow and bloom?

It was the custom in the Gereformeerde churches that six weeks before Good Friday, ministers would preach about the passages dealing with Jesus’ suffering.

I think sometimes we are so afraid of being defined by our grief or by our suffering that we try to avoid its presence in our lives.

An empowering picture book co-written by Sofia Sanchez, an 11-year-old with Down Syndrome.

A young American’s vacation in Greece turns into a nightmare. Starring John David Washington.

The story of one Vietnamese family's search for a new home on the other side of the world and the long-lasting and powerful impact it makes on the littlest member of the family.

Illustrated in the bold, bright colors of South Africa, A Plan for the People captures the spirit of Nelson Mandela, a leader beloved around the world.

YouTube sensation Anne Wilson rockets up the charts with “My Jesus.”