After three-year wait, Canadians Cindy Busby, Christopher Russell join When Hope Calls Season 2
After a three-year wait, fans of When Hope Calls will be able to watch the show on Pure Flix and will be introduced to some new characters.
Canadians, Cindy Busby and Christopher Russell join the cast for Season 2 and are excited for the opportunity. "The opportunity to be a part of a show that has such a very hopeful audience and an audience that's been very loyal and patient, they're just so excited for the show to come out, and they're going to be seeing many new faces along with new faces they'll recognize from the movies and the first season," Busby said.
Franni Cash returns to the Christian music scene as solo artist
Former We The Kingdom lead singer Franni Cash has officially returned to the music scene, this time as a solo artist.
Cash signed a record deal with Capital Christian Music Group this week, the same label as Chris Tomlin, Anne Wilson, TobyMac, Kari Jobe, Crowder, and other great Christian artists.
In fall 2023, Cash announced she would be leaving her family band to pursue other opportunities.
"God has been prompting a change of seasons in my heart, and I will be honoring that," said Cash in a social media post that went up two years ago.
Former Hillsong United Singer Taya shines in Grand Ole Opry debut
Singer and songwriter Taya graced the stage of the Grand Ole Opry this week.
This was the former Hillsong United worship leader's debut on the popular stage.
"Getting to hop in that iconic circle, at the Grand Ole Opry, that has held countless country singer-songwriters is not lost on me," said Taya. "Many stories have been told from that platform, so getting to share some of my own from it is a moment I will never forget."
Brandon Lake releasing new album for the broken and seeking
Brandon Lake is preparing to release a new album, hoping to reach people experiencing brokenness.
King of Hearts follows up a powerful collaboration of "Hard Fought Hallelujah" alongside Jelly Roll, a country rap artist who calls himself God's least likely messenger.
Freedom Convoy organizers Lich, Barber to hear verdict in mischief trial
Freedom Convoy organizers Tamara Lich and Chris Barber are set to hear a verdict today in the joint trial over their roles in the mass protest against pandemic health measures that rolled into Ottawa more than three years ago.
Lich and Barber were both charged with mischief, intimidation and counselling others to break the law in relation to their roles in the 2022 protest that drew thousands of demonstrators to Ottawa for three weeks.
Their trial wrapped up in September after hearing 45 days of evidence and legal arguments.
Verse of the day: April 3
Hebrews 12:2
"Fixing our eyes on Jesus, the pioneer and perfecter of faith. For the joy set before him he endured the cross, scorning its shame, and sat down at the right hand of the throne of God."
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Waiting with patience
Psalm 26:9–12
As David concludes his song about the grinding pain of unjust treatment and his chosen responses, he then commits to patience.
1. Resolved: I will patiently stand and wait for relief (vv. 9–12)
Canada among few countries exempt from Trump's new tariffs, existing duties remain
Prime Minister Mark Carney will address reporters shortly after the White House declared both Canada and Mexico exempt from new reciprocal tariffs announced today by U.S. President Donald Trump.
A fact sheet from Trump's office says goods imported under the existing continental trade deal, known as CUSMA, will not face tariffs, while those outside the deal will see a 10 per cent tariff.
Canada was left off a lengthy list Trump unveiled this afternoon showing the tariff levels most other countries will face starting Thursday.
Grande Prairie RCMP Crime Reduction Unit conducts multiple drug-related arrests
Throughout the month of February, the Grande Prairie RCMP Crime Reduction Unit (CRU) conducted multiple drug-related arrests. Included in the arrests are the following instances:
Alberta Premier Smith expects key industries to escape imposition of new U.S. tariffs
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith says she expects some major industries, including those in her province, won't face new tariffs from U.S. President Donald Trump.
Smith told reporters Tuesday that things could change, but she thinks food production and oil and gas won't be targeted under Trump's new tariff plan, which is set to be announced Wednesday.