The Christian Small Publisher Book of the Year Award promotes small publishers in the Christian marketplace and brings recognition to outstanding Christian books. The CSPA award encourages excellence in authorship and publishing and is the only award of it's type designed exclusively to bring attention to small publisher's Christian titles.
Escape the Hezbollah is a glorious story of how love can endure through the most cruel, hostile, and depraved environment imaginable. Abducted into the newly formed Hezbollah army, a young American Christian fights for his life, his freedom, and the woman he loves when he defies a brutal regime during one of the most difficult times in Middle East history. The hero of the story thinks his Maker has abandoned him and he questions God's very existence, ultimately doubting his own faith.
The author, Pola Muzyka, is a multi-disciplinarian who began her career as a dramatic actress. She is an accomplished award-winning TV, commercial and corporate writer and the founder of Christian Media Alliance. Escape the Hezbollah is her debut as a novelist and combines her talent as researcher and dramatic writer in this powerful and gripping story.
Trinity Matrix Publishing team is led by, Rev. Samuel Stone, a Presbyterian pastor and missionary. Trinity Matrix has a soft spot for the displaced children from Burma and part of the Trinity Matrix revenue goes to planting the seeds of faith, hope and the love of Jesus Christ in their hearts so that these children may cultivate fruitful lives.
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ESCAPE THE HEZBOLLAH -- PRE-LAUNCH PROMOTIONAL VIDEO
A young man struggles to guard and sustain his love for God,
his fiancée, and his family in the face of the brutality of Sharia law.
Abducted into the newly formed Hezbollah army, a young American
Christian fights for his life, his freedom, and the woman he loves when
he defies a brutal regime during one of the most difficult times in
Middle East history.
Friends begin to go missing and rumors surface. Some of Joseph’s
friends are never heard from again. How and why they disappear remain a
mystery. Joseph becomes entrapped in the mystery of the disappearances
when, one day after work, he and his friend are forcibly thrown into
the backseat of a black Nissan.
He and his friend are forced to join a ruthless militia. This military,
formed by the IRG to protect Lebanon from invasion by the Israelis,
contradicts its credence. Joseph witnesses the most horrific sins that
man can inflict upon another human being and he wants out. He thinks
his Maker has abandoned him and he questions God’s very existence,
ultimately doubting his own faith.
After grueling years of enduring this military life, escape and
concealment, a way opens up for him to safely flee the country and
eventually return to the U.S.
The book is being published by Trinity Matrix Publishing, and expected to be released by November 1, 2009.
“Meeting God in Quiet Places” A new DVD and Apple iPhone App for you from 2liv4!
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For six months every year American author F LaGard Smith abandons the hustle of modern US life and comes to England to walk, write and meditate in the beautiful tranquillity of the Cotswolds. From the rustic charm of his stone cottage LaGard Smith has penned numerous books that explore life and spirituality.
“Meeting God in Quiet Places” was a best seller in the USA and this series of short films wonderfully captures the atmosphere of the book recreating some of his best loved stories. More information is at http://magpix.co.uk/Pages/MGQP.html
The films bring together Smith’s rich and charming narration with the stunning beauty of England in summer and winter. Set against a moving soundtrack, LaGard Smith walks us through fields and country lanes reflecting on themes that touch us all at points in our lives in a series of short timeless parables.
“Meeting God in Quiet Places” will leave you longing for the peace and tranquillity that can be found not just when walking in the countryside but wherever we find ourselves in our busy modern lives.
Come on a journey that may just change your life.
Search in the Apple iPhone Apps store for LaGard Smith to download the App.
Filmed and Produced by Magnetic Pictures (www.magpix.co.uk) for 2liv4.
To order the full DVD “Meeting God in Quiet Places” click on the link below. www.2liv4.com/meetinggod
Sky Angel Welcomes AmericanLife TV Network™ (ALN) to Channel Lineup
(Naples, Fla. – July 16, 2009) – Sky Angel, a national provider of faith-based and family-friendly television and radio programming, announces the addition of the popular “baby boomer” network AmericanLife TV Network™ (ALN) to their channel lineup. Programming is now available on Channel 303 to subscribers with the Family Package or Family Values Pak.
AmericanLife TV Network’s programming is a great fit for Sky Angel’s subscribers as part of our Family channel lineup,” says Tom Scott, Sky Angel’s President and COO. “They are devoted to broadcasting classic TV shows and safe, family-oriented programming. AmericanLife TV features sitcoms like The Bob Newhart Show, prime-time dramas including Mission Impossible, LA Law and Hill Street Blues, cooking, decorating, and life management programs plus classic weekend movies that the entire family can enjoy watching together.”
ALN CEO Chris Wyatt commented, “Sky Angel is a valued provider and a natural choice for ALN. All of us at ALN are dedicated to serving American families by creating a safe, wholesome environment without objectionable content or inappropriate commercials. We look forward to launching our new line-up of original ALN programming for families in the near future.”
Sky Angel offers subscribers over 80 television and radio channels of faith-based and family-friendly broadcasts, with entertainment, educational, sports and news programming and is completely compatible with your current TV service. Sky Angel does not require a dish or antenna, is easily installed, and includes value-added features like 48-hour playback on all Faith-based television channels plus an ever-growing Video-On-Demand library with free and fee-based selections, with subscription packages starting at $14.99 per month. To learn more, or to subscribe, visit www.skyangel.com or call 1-800-SKY-ANGEL (1-800-759-2643).
About Sky Angel: Sky Angel® U.S. LLC is a Christian-owned multi-channel provider of faith-based and family-friendly television and radio programming. Founded by Robert Johnson Sr. more than 27 years ago, Sky Angel was created to provide a Christ-centered and family-friendly alternative to the standard television fare. Since then, his vision has grown into a service providing quality television and radio programming to all corners of the United States. Sky Angel carries the Parents Television Council’s® prestigious Entertainment Seal of Approval™, which recognizes excellence and social responsibility in programming.
About AmericanLife TV Network™: AmericanLife Network is dedicated to delivering wholesome family programming targeting the 78 million US baby boomers. The network features memorable situational comedies, dramas, classic movies, and original programs 24 hours a day.
The network was recently acquired by Reverend Robert A. Schuller and Chris Wyatt with plans to build out a premiere family-friendly network that will amalgamate television and Internet mediums and fill a void for safe, family programming targeting viewers of all ages. More information is available online at www.americanlifetv.com
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FAMILY RESCUED FROM DANGEROUS HOME ALMOST COMPLETELY DEVOURED BY TERMITES IS FEATURED ON BUILDING A DIFFERENCE
Jacksonville, FL – Building a Difference features an incredible documentary about a family whose home was almost completely devoured by termites and how Northeast Florida Builders Care rescued them just in time.
Ethlyn George, a single mother of five children, brought her family to Jacksonville, Florida from St. Croix in the Virgin Islands in the late 90’s. She purchased what she thought was a safe brick house. “I wanted to protect my family with someplace nice that would go well for the kids,” Ethlyn George said during her on-camera interview.
However, when Ethlyn’s young boys accidentally put a hole in their bedroom wall, they discovered something that shocked them. They discovered termite damage…bad termite damage. “It wasn’t wood…It was terrible,” she said. “It was dusty and I was coughing.” Unfortunately, it was more widespread than she could have ever imagined. The damage went throughout the entire house.
“I was absolutely shocked when I saw her home,” said Chris Simons, Builders Care Director of Operations and Building a Difference TV host. “There were no studs left in the walls, and Ethlyn’s roof was caving in over her bed. To be honest, I really didn’t know how that house was still standing.”
Her home was about to be condemned by the city. With no money to make desperately needed repairs and nowhere for her family to go, Ethlyn had almost given up hope until the day she met Northeast Florida Builders Care. Builders Care rallied its good-hearted volunteers, and with the help of remodeler Brian D’Amico and ProSource Builders, Ethyln’s home was completely rebuilt to a safe home for her family in just six days.
“You won’t believe your eyes when you see how bad this house really was,” warns Mick Richards, producer/director of Building a Difference. “When demolition began on the house, we discovered the entire wood framing was almost completely disintegrated into nothing but powder. The family’s very lives were at stake and they didn’t even realize it. This powerful documentary tells an amazing story of how the good-hearted volunteers of Northeast Florida Builders Care came together to rescue a helpless family from a severely dangerous situation.”
The George Family’s story is being featured on Building a Difference, a home makeover TV series that features non-profits and construction ministries who are truly building a difference in the lives of people in need. The series airs twice a week on TBN (Trinity Broadcasting Network). The George Family: Part One will air Tuesday June 16th at 12 noon EST, and Part Two will air the following week on June 23rd.
To view video clips of the George Family documentary and other episodes, and for more information about Building a Difference, visit the show’s website at www.buildingadifference.com.
Media Contact: Mick Richards Executive Producer/Director, Building a Difference DeepLight Entertainment Phone: (904) 721-8822 Mobile Phone: (904) 887-0665 cell E-Mail: mrichards@deeplight.tv
Parents Television Council Awards Building a Difference its PTC Seal of Approval™ for Documentary
(Jacksonville, FL) The Parents Television Council awarded Building a Difference its prestigious Entertainment Seal of Approval for the “Page-Bailie Bunch” documentary, a moving story about how a foster family in desperate need was helped by the construction ministry of Northeast Florida Builders Care.
Building a Difference is a brand new home makeover TV series that features people, non-profits and construction ministries that are truly building a difference in the lives of those in desperate need. The February 2009 debut episodes told the story of how the ministry of foster mother Melisa Page-Bailie, who has personally rescued over 200 foster children, was able to continue because of the selfless volunteer efforts of Northeast Florida Builders Care, formed by the Northeast Florida Builders Association.
The full-length documentary was submitted to the Parents Television Council, whose goal is to “promote and restore responsibility and decency to the entertainment industry in answer to America's demand for positive, family-oriented television programming,” according to their mission statement.
According to the PTC, their Entertainment Seal of Approval “is given to worthy television programs, made-for-TV movies, motion pictures, and advertisers that help parents by providing or sponsoring entertainment suitable for the entire family.” The Seal “salutes the best in Hollywood entertainment. Awarded to outstanding films, television programs and DVDs, each prospective Seal candidate is carefully screened…In the end, a production that receives 100 points and after careful deliberation with PTC executives are awarded the Entertainment Seal of Approval.”
After reviewing the “Page-Bailie Bunch” documentary, the PTC Board of Review awarded Building a Difference its Entertainment Seal of Approval. “Building A Difference is an inspirational program about helping others in need,” says PTC. “There is no objectionable content, and the show abounds with heart-warming moments. For its inspirational quality and its family-friendly message, the Parents Television Council is proud to award Building A Difference: The Page-Bailie Bunch with the PTC Seal of ApprovalTM.”
The new series, which is produced by DeepLight Entertainment, broadcasts its emotional and inspirational stories to a worldwide audience twice a week on TBN (the Trinity Broadcasting Network). "This is just the kind of program I have been looking for,” said Isaac Hernandez, Executive Producer of TBN Programming. “I believe this program will not be just a great program for TBN but will also awaken a great desire in people to have compassion for those in need and get involved."
“We are all very blessed to share with the world the wonderful, life-changing work that has taken place in the lives of Melisa and her children, and the selfless efforts of Northeast Florida Builders Care and its volunteers,” said Mick Richards, Producer and Director of Building a Difference. “We truly hope that this DVD inspires, challenges and moves others to do similar good works in their own lives. We cannot be more proud that the Parents Television Council has awarded us with their Seal!”
“The Page-Bailie Bunch” DVD is now available on Building a Difference’s website. For more information about the series, show times, and episodes, visit www.buildingadifference.com.
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Building a Difference TV Series Receives Highest Rating from Dove Foundation
(Jacksonville, FL) Building a Difference was awarded the Dove Foundation’s highest rating of 5 out of 5 “doves” and its official Dove “Family Approved” seal for “The Page-Bailie Bunch,” the home makeover TV series’ documentary about how Builders Care helped a foster family in need.
Hosted by Chris Simons, Building a Difference is a worldwide television series that features non-profit organizations and construction ministries around the world who are “building a difference” in the lives of people in desperate need. The first volume of the series features the work and ministry of Northeast Florida Builders Care, a construction ministry founded by the Northeast Florida Builders Association in Jacksonville, Florida.
The first three episodes of the series, which debuted in February 2009, told the story of foster mother Melisa Page-Bailie and her family of nine adopted foster children. Melisa has personally helped over 200 foster care children since becoming a foster mother and has served for over 10 years with the Florida State Foster Adoptive Parent Association. Through the volunteer efforts of Builders Care and ICI Homes, Melisa’s one hundred year old home in desperate need of repair was expanded so that her ministry to foster children could continue to grow.
The “Page-Bailie Bunch” documentary was submitted to the Dove Foundation for review and it was awarded a 5-dove rating and its “Family Approved” seal. “This is a wonderful, inspiring documentary about a group of fantastic people and volunteers who help to make a change in one family's life,” said Donna Rolfe of the Dove Foundation review board. “This is truly an amazing story of encouragement and it will encourage others to help those in need.”
The Dove Foundation is an organization dedicated to “encourage and promote the creation, production, distribution and consumption of wholesome family entertainment,” according to their mission statement. They review films, documentaries and TV programs and awards their Dove “Family Approved” seal to those that promote wholesome family entertainment with strong family Christian/Judeo values. The foundation works together with companies like Twentieth Century Fox and has their own Dove Movie Channel in hospitals.
“We are all very proud of the wonderful, life-changing stories we’re able to tell about the work of organizations like Builders Care,” said Mick Richards, Producer and Director of Building a Difference. “And we are truly honored to accept the Dove Foundation’s highest rating and seal for our series.”
Building a Difference broadcasts to a worldwide audience twice a week on TBN (the Trinity Broadcasting Network) which broadcasts to almost 100 million homes in the U.S. "This is just the kind of program I have been looking for,” said Isaac Hernandez, Executive Producer of TBN Programming. “I believe this program will not be just a great program for TBN but will also awaken a great desire in people to have compassion for those in need and get involved."
“The Page-Bailie Bunch” DVD is now available on the TV show’s website. For more information about the series, show times, and episode previews, visit www.buildingadifference.com.
Former Record Label Executive Bill Traylor Joins Sky Angel Faith & Family Television Service Provider Taps Gospel Music Industry Veteran Bill Traylor
(Naples, Fla. – April 3, 2009) Sky Angel, a national provider of faith-based and family-friendly television and radio programming, is pleased to announce that Bill Traylor, a longtime Southern Gospel music executive and entrepreneur, has come on board as a consultant to the company.
“We are delighted to have Bill Traylor join Sky Angel to further enhance our sales initiatives and expand our contacts within the music industry. His expertise complements our subscription service offering as we promote the best Christian television programming lineup available anywhere,” said Bill Dykes, Chief Marketing Officer.
Traylor is the former President of the Benson Company. During his career, Traylor signed artists such as Sandi Patty and Dino. Traylor also founded two record labels: Riversong Records and Homeland Records, the recording company for The Cathedrals, The Hoppers, The Bishops, The Dove Brothers, Gold City Quartet and numerous other major groups in the Southern Gospel genre. He also has hosted television shows “Sing Out America” and “Homeland Harmony with Bill Traylor and Bill Gaither” and “Gospel Music Southern Style” which is now in its 10th year on INSP. Traylor has earned several Grammy nominations and received numerous Dove Awards and was also a nominee for an Inspirational Country Music Award (Living Legends category) in 2006.
“I look forward to working with Sky Angel to promote their multi-channel television service. I know that Sky Angel’s programming is a blessing to so many and am pleased to be part of the team,” says Traylor.
Sky Angel broadcasts over 75 channels of programming throughout the country. Subscribers can watch Christian and family-friendly television channels, view over 2,500 hours of Video On Demand content, and see missed television programs on the faith channels any time within 48 hours -- all with a service that is compatible with other cable, satellite or broadcast services.
Monthly subscriptions begin at only $14.99. To learn more or learn about current offers, go online to www.skyangel.com or call 1-800-SKY-ANGEL (1-800-759-2643).
About Sky Angel Sky Angel® U.S. LLC is a Christian-owned multi-channel provider of faith-based and family-friendly television and radio programming. Sky Angel offers viewers the widest variety of Christian-based channels available, plus family, sports and news programming. Sky Angel also provides subscribers with value-added features including 48-hour playback on all faith-based TV channels plus an ever-growing Video-On-Demand library with free and fee-based selections.
Sky Angel carries the Parents Television Council’s® prestigious Entertainment Seal of Approval™, which recognizes excellence and social responsibility in programming.
Sky Angel Public Relations Department Phone: 239-963-3265 Cell: 239-290-4473 www.SkyAngel.com
NEW WORLDWIDE TV SERIES “BUILDING A DIFFERENCE” FEATURES NON-PROFITS
DeepLight Entertainment debuted its worldwide home makeover television series Building A Difference to a worldwide audience in February 2009. Building A Difference focuses on people, organizations and ministries all around the world that are truly building a difference in the lives of people in desperate need. The show debuted on the Trinity Broadcasting Network (TBN), which is the world’s largest religious network and the most watched faith channel in the United States, reaching nearly one hundred million households nationwide.
In its first volume, Building A Difference features the work of Northeast Florida Builders Care, a non-profit construction ministry of the Northeast Florida Builders Association. This unique grassroots organization is a heart-felt response to the never-ending need of seniors and disabled people living in unsafe environments. Since 2001, Builders Care has completed more than 700 projects, repairing homes, building wheelchair ramps and constructing facilities for the elderly and disabled who cannot afford these services. Building A Difference has produced several short documentaries that tell beautifully uplifting stories of how a blend of aggressive construction ethics and courageous volunteer efforts helped restore precious lives.
“We believe this first volume of Building A Difference captures the true spirit and heart of organizations such as Builders Care,” explains producer/director Mick Richards of DeepLight Entertainment. “You will see why they are so successful at what they do. And you will share the experience of how they are being used in such a mighty way by simply doing what they do best – building a difference.”
When TBN held a contest searching for new programs, DeepLight Entertainment Producer/Director Mick Richards submitted the idea of a 2-hour documentary he shot about Builders Care, a local church and community volunteers joining forces to remodel the home of a severely ill man with ALS, with a wife and six children. Richards also reviewed with TBN a local show he produced with Builders Care about remodeling a home to make it more accessible for a couple who were severely injured and disabled in a motorcycle accident.
Watching builders, suppliers, subcontractors and volunteers provide labor and resources for these projects, caught the attention of TBN. "This is just the kind of program I have been looking for,” said Isaac Hernandez, Executive Producer of TBN Programming. “I believe this program will not be just a great program for TBN but will also awaken a great desire in people to have compassion for those in need and get involved."
“Our local TV show has made Builders Care a household name in Northeast Florida,” said Bill Wilson, Builders Care executive director. “I can’t imagine - given the huge success the shows had in Jacksonville - what a 90-million worldwide audience will do to us.”
“It sounds as if the program is going to be an uplifting show that shows off the good work taking place here in Jacksonville,” says Mayor John Peyton of Jacksonville, FL. “Builders Care has established itself as a can-do charity that makes a remarkable impact on the lives of those they help. Taking their story to 92 million homes will serve as an inspiration to countless numbers of organizations and volunteers. I hope ‘Building A Difference’ becomes the foundation for continued success for future DeepLight productions that bring wholesome entertainment into homes everywhere.”
The host of the ongoing series is Chris Simons, currently Builders Care’s project leader and Pastor. With his dedicated leadership and construction skills, he has helped Builders Care renovate over 700 homes in Jacksonville since the organization was founded. Chris has also provided pastoral services to the elderly and disabled people that Builders Care serves. His training and experience works well with his heart and is truly building a difference in the lives of those in need.
The first episode of “Building a Difference” debuted Tuesday Feb. 3 and airs Tuesdays at noon and Thursdays at 6:00 EST on TBN. “Building A Difference: The First Volume” DVDs and soundtracks is in production now and will be available summer 2009.
For more information on Building a Difference and to view some of its current episodes, please visit www.buildingadifference.com
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