Kingdom Culture Engagement

In this time of quarantine and isolation, we may feel like exiles, captives in our own homes, longing to return to "normal." But, like the Israelites, God reminds us NOT to DESPAIR but to LIVE AND ENJOY LIFE in the "new normal"! Seek the LORD WITH ALL OF YOUR HEART, Know that He is good and that He is with you, and that ultimately He has "plans to proper you, and not to harm you; to give you a hope and a future!!! "Farther Along" by Josh Garrels: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IctD9l4F-ag

**Good Friday 2020** In view of the 'hell' that Christ suffered on the Cross of Calvary, we too can face down the fear and uncertainty of COVID-19 knowing that we don't have to fear because Jesus conquered death ONCE AND FOR ALL!!! Link to Trauma Surgeon Video "The Crucifixion from a Medical Perspective": https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T-EVfxABSoU&t=8s

During this time, Kingdom Culture Engagement wants to encourage those on the frontlines of this pandemic, doctors and nurses fighting the everyday battle against COVID-19. Like David, healthcare workers rush into the battlefield against seemingly impossible odds, but to run against this invisible enemy, they must put they faith in Christ and declare that "the battle is the LORD'S, " knowing that they are vessels to bring about God's victory over this virus.

Kingdom Artisan Series: (Interview) John Garnes. Listen and worship along with us as explore to the important role of music in the Christian faith. In our discussion we encounter both sacred and secular pieces of music including: 1. a choral arrangement of "Earth Song" by Frank Ticheli adapted from a poem by Jo Ann Miller, Performance recording courtesy of the North Dakota State University Concert Choir. 2. "Awake My Soul" by Mumford and Sons. (2009) Album: Sigh No More. Studio: Eastcote Studios, London, UK. Label: Gentlemen of the Road. 3. "Reckless Love" by Cory Asbury. (2018) Album: Reckless Love. Studio: Spencer Creek Studios, Franklin, TN. Label: Bethel Music. 4. "We Believe" by Newsboys. (2013) Album: Restart. Label: Sparrow Records, Brentwood, TN. Performed by: John Garnes 5. "Bridge Over Troubled Water" by Simon & Garfunkel (1970) Album: Bridge Over Troubled Water. Studio: CBS Studios, New York, NY. Label: Columbia Records. Performed by: John Garnes.

Kingdom Film Analysis: (Special Guest: Vince Leone) Phantom Thread (2017) Produced by: Focus Features & Universal Pictures Written & Directed by: Paul Thomas Anderson Set in 1950s London, Reynolds Woodcock (Daniel Day-Lewis) is a renowned dressmaker whose orderly life is disrupted by a young, strong-willed woman, Alma (Vicky Krieps), who becomes his muse, caregiver, and wife.

Kingdom Artisan Series: (Interview) Sit down with fantasy author, composer, and dancer Hannah Robinson, as she speaks of her love for Christ, for story, for art and creativity. Sharing the pitfalls of the writing process, character development, Hannah has discovered that she shares a kinship with our Creator, seeing herself as the loving parent of all her characters! Growing up as an avid reader and creator, Hannah reminds us to, "stop and smell the flowers, " and to be intentional about, "driving the [Gospel] story forward," in the way we live our lives. Follow Hannah on Instagram: @ hannahrobinsonauthor **Keep a look out for her new novel Prince of the Barbarians! **

Kingdom Artisan Series: (Interview) Christian Sanko Get an in-depth look into theater performance from a faithful Christ follower and talented actor. Trace Christian's journey from a boy, as he studied tap dancing after seeing a man tap dance with a mouse, to a young man performing with the Ohio Shakespeare Festival for the summer (with roles in Hamlet and the green show), and who is looking to pursue theater as a full-time career as he graduates from Malone University. Come out and support Christian next week at the Ohio Shakespeare's production of Hamlet!!! When: June 28 - July 14, Thursdays-Sundays @6:00 Gates open for picnics **7:30 Greenshow (pre-show entertainment) begins** 8:00 Performances begins Where: 714 N. Portage Path, Akron 44303 Ticket link: https://www.showclix.com/event/hamlet-ohio-shakes

Kingdom Film Analysis: Kramer Vs. Kramer (1979) Produced by: Columbia Pictures Written & Directed by: Robert Benton Based on a Novel by: Avery Corman **Winner of Five Academy Awards** On the same day Manhattan advertising executive Ted Kramer (Dustin Hoffman) lands the biggest account of his career, he learns that his wife, Joanna (Meryl Streep), is leaving him and their young son, Billy (Justin Henry). Forced to raise his son alone, Ted loses his job but gains a stronger relationship with the child with the help of another single parent, Margaret (Jane Alexander). When Joanna returns to claim custody of Billy, the ensuing court battle takes a toll on everyone concerned.

Kingdom Film Analysis: Hacksaw Ridge (2016) Produced by: Icon Directed by: Mel Gibson Written by: Robert Schenkkan and Andrew Knight Based upon the true war stories of Desmond Doss, an Army medic who rescued 75 wounded soldiers off of Hacksaw Ridge in Okinawa during WWII, who later become the first conscientious objector to be awarded the Medal of Honor. Link to clips: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tDLl-xAxuG0 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5pBEnaBYwFI https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N7ZtNUiBnRg