'Disa was an opus': Mandisa's funeral a celebration of life

Brentwood Baptist Church in Tennessee filled with people coming together to celebrate the life of Mandisa. 

Mandisa was born on October 2, 1976, in Citrus Heights, California, and passed away in her home in Nashville on April 18, 2024. 

Hundreds showed up to the funeral in Brentwood Saturday morning as well as over 11,500 people live-streamed the service online. 

Colton Dixon to sing in new feature film

Colton Dixon is bringing his songwriting skills to the big screen as part of Angel Studios, SIGHT.

The former American Idol contestant released the title track of the film, 'Rest Of My Life' on Thursday. 

“Sometimes when you write a song, it takes on a life of its own,” shares Dixon in a press release. “After I experienced the film and got to meet Dr. Wang in person, the lyrics and cadence of the song took on a whole new meaning. I can’t wait for this song and the film to impact the world in a powerful way.” 

Actor and comedian Russell Brand to be baptized

After months of wrestling with the tenets of Christianity, actor and comedian Russell Brand announced he's going to be baptized this weekend. 

The St Trinian's actor posted to X to share the news with his followers. "This Sunday, I'm taking the plunge. I'm getting baptized."

LISTEN: Unspoken releases new single ahead of fourth full-length album

Unspoken released its first radio single of 2024. 

'What He Says About You,' is also the first single off their upcoming fourth, full-length album that is set to release later this year. 

The group hopes this new song reminds listeners there is only one voice that really matters: The voice of Jesus. 

Unsung Hero officially hits theatres today

Unsung Hero officially hits theatres today. 

The film focuses on the story of the family behind five-time Grammy Award-winning artists for King & Country and Rebecca St. James.  

"This is a film about our Mum and motherhood, family and miracles, sacrifice and faith… A film for YOU…It’s been a pretty outrageous undertaking, but it’s a story we’re incredibly proud of, and we can’t wait to share it with you," said for King & Country in a social media post. 

American Idol to pay tribute to Mandisa during special episode on Monday

American Idol is preparing to honour one of their former contestants following her sudden death last week. 

Mandisa, who appeared on season five of the show, in 2005, was found dead in her Nashville home on Thursday, April 18. 

American Idol announced they will host a special musical tribute to celebrate her life on Monday, April 29. 

Wilson Phillips singer and YouTube evangelist to undergo surgery on leg tumour

Wilson Phillips singer, Chynna Phillips is preparing to undergo surgery on a tumour in her leg. 

Phillips, who started a YouTube channel called California Preachin' to evangelize and share her love for Jesus, made the announcement earlier this week in a video called "My Worst Fear Came True."

"I have this surgery coming up," said Phillips. "I have a tumour in my left leg. I have had it in my leg since I was a kid. They don't know if I was born with it. However, it is totally benign." 

WATCH: 8-year-old brain tumour survivor brings judges and crowd to tears

A recent performance by an 8-year-old boy and some special people in his life left Britain's Got Talent judges and the crowd in tears.

A dream of his, his entire life, Ravi Adelekan graced the stage of BGT earlier this week to sing a special rendition of 'A Million Dreams.'

"I've watched BGT all my life and always wanted to audition for it," said Ravi to judge, Simon Cowell. "Two years ago, I was diagnosed with a brain tumour, and I'm here to show you no matter what life throws at you, you can still achieve your dreams."

Mandisa's funeral to be livestreamed

After Mandisa's unexpected death, a celebration of life is being held in Tennessee this weekend that will also be livestreamed. 

On April 18 the Christian singer Mandisa was found deceased in her home in Nashville. The cause of death is still unknown one week later. 

However, on April 22 police from Franklin, TN released a report saying that there was no foul play suspected at this time.