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Rialto by Kate Milford
An abandoned amusement park called Rialto, two sisters, and otherworldly happenings combine to give the Vicar family a vacation to remember. The post Rialto by Kate Milford appeared first on Redeemed Reader.
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3 Y2K Hitmakers Just Dropped Christian Music
You may want to go check your MySpace page, because this feels like a glitch you can only blame on a sketchy Limewire download. In a time where people keep talking about revival, Millennials have a reason to rejoice as we just got something nobody had on their 2026 bingo card: three very Y2K-era hitmakers—Papa Roach, M.I.A., and Jason Mraz—all releasing Christian-leaning music in the same week. We’ve seen crossover before. Country and Christian have always shared DNA—think Johnny Cash, Elvis Presley, gospel roots running through everything from front porch hymns to arena tours. Even today, artists like Brandon Lake are collaborating across genres with names like Jelly Roll and…
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How to Cultivate Your Calling
Bored, and not sold on AI, I tested it. Would it be real and honest? Underneath it all, I suppose I wanted an answer to the question — “Are you, AI, a generic online tool or is there more spiritually to you?” I can’t say I have the answer to this question, but what I came to was mind-blowing! I asked it: “If you were the most evil force in the world and you wanted to break people’s hope, sense of belief, and faith, what would you do?” It replied: “1. I would destroy trust in anyone and anything. 2. I would wear people down with inescapable futility. 3. I…
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Tauren Wells to Release New Album
On May 1st, eleven-time GRAMMY Nominee and multi-platinum selling artist Tauren Wells will release his fourth studio album Breathe On It. The sixteen-song offering will feature Tauren’s the title track, “Breathe On It,” as well as “Thank You for the Cross,” “Bless Your Name” and the most recent single, “Sunday Morning” featuring Pastor Mike Jr. With Breathe On It, Tauren strove to capture the magic and community found in the church and enlisted guest vocalists including Phil Wickham, Hulvey, ECCOS, Samu Robles, Robert Angel, and Elevation Worship to create a project that invites listeners to trust God with what feels unfinished. Breathe On It is available for pre-save here. Tauren…
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Kirk Franklin Honored with SoundExchange Award
Contemporary gospel icon Kirk Franklin has earned a SoundExchange Hall of Fame Award, recognizing him as one of the most-streamed artists in the organization’s 20-plus-year history of administering digital performance royalties. “Kirk Franklin’s music has inspired generations, and his voice continues to elevate spiritual music around the world,” said Michael Huppe, President and CEO of SoundExchange. “We’re honored to recognize Kirk with a SoundExchange Hall of Fame Award and to celebrate a trailblazing career that has expanded the reach and influence of inspirational music across music and culture.” “I’m truly grateful for this honor,” said Kirk Franklin. “I’m humbled to be included in the Hall of Fame, and I share…
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Bailey Thompson Steps into Reflective Worship
Bailey Thompson unveils her newest single, “Threshing Floor,” a deeply personal and spiritually rich release that marks a clear pivot from her signature honest pop sound into a more reflective, worship-driven expression. Rooted in Scripture and shaped by a season of personal refining, the song invites listeners into a posture of surrender, trust, and patient faith in God’s timing. Inspired by a woman’s Bible study on the book of Ruth, “Threshing Floor” centers on the powerful image of Ruth waiting at Boaz’s feet–an act of quiet faith and bold surrender. That moment became the foundation for the song’s message, capturing what it means to lay down striving and remain faithful…
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Uprise Festival Announces 2026 Festival Lineup
Uprise Festival, one of the premier Christian music festivals in the nation, has announced its 2026 festival lineup. The two-day event will feature more than 40 artists and speakers, with Brandon Lake, Skillet, TobyMac, CeCe Winans, Crowder, and more set to appear at the Shippensburg Fairgrounds on September 11-12, 2026. “There’s something special about the Uprise Family coming together,” said Uprise Festival Director Scott Brown. “It’s more than a music festival, it’s an experience.” “My favorite thing about Uprise has always been the fans,” John Cooper of Skillet recently added. “They’ve always been extremely energetic.” The festival will include music across multiple stages, along with a kids program, petting zoo,…
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Benjamin William Hastings and Aodhan King Announce New Album
Award-winning worship leaders and songwriters Aodhán King and Benjamin William Hastings officially announce their collaborative project, Happy To Be Here, born out of a 10-day writing and recording session between the longtime friends. Today, they released the second song, “Saturday,” from the anticipated project. Listen to the new track and pre-save the album ahead of its May 29 release (Anotherland/Capitol CMG). “Saturday” lives in the in-between. It is the quiet, uncertain day between the cross and the resurrection. The song captures the tension of trusting God when nothing seems to be happening. It reflects the space between the worst thing that’s ever happened and the best yet to come, a…
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The Shadow Pony by Olivia Wakeford (Illustrated by David Litchfield)
Love – The Glue That Binds The Shadow Pony by Olivia Wakeford (illustrated by David Litchfield) is the most charming contemporary children’s novel that I adored. It is suitable for the over tens. It is beautifully illustrated too. The story is set in Wales and has Aberuraun Colliery as its’ focus. Following a school trip, […]
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Gaither at 90: I Don’t Sing Old Songs. I Sing Songs That Deserve to Live
Early in my chat with Bill Gaither, he jokes about aging alongside his audience. Because as he turns 90, he’s celebrating something far rarer in the music business. The longevity of the mission. This interview, tied to his Homecoming celebration and the new I Go to the Rock release, is about understanding why his songs, and his audience, never left. Below are some of the most powerful moments from our conversation. I encourage everyone to watch the full half hour interview to learn more about one of Christian music’s hero. Q&A Highlights: Bill Gaither in His Own Words On reaching 90 and seeing generations still show up… Bill Gaither: “Well, I’m glad they,…
