UP Presents the UP Original Movie 'Heavenly Match,' Romantic Comedy -- Stars Samaire Armstrong ('Resurrection,' 'The O.C.')

Also Stars Brendan Penny ("Motive," "Whistler") and Former Destiny's Child Letoya Luckett (Preacher's Kid, "Treme") Co-Star

Premieres Exclusively On UP, Sunday, October 12 at 7:00 P.M. EDT / 6:00 P.M. PDT

Based on Author Beth Pattillo's Acclaimed Novel "Heavens to Betsy"

ATLANTA, Sept. 29, 2014 /Christian Newswire/ -- UP presents the UP Original Movie Heavenly Match, a charming, uplifting romantic comedy about a 30-year-old minister named Casey Hart, who is faced with fork-in-the road decisions with both her career in the ministry and her love life. Starring actress Samaire Armstrong ("Resurrection," "The O.C."), Heavenly Match will make its world television premiere on UP on Sunday, October 12 at 7:00 p.m. EDT / 6:00 p.m. PDT.

Filmed outside of Vancouver, Canada, Heavenly Match is produced by Front Street Pictures' Harvey Kahn (UP's Far From Home and the upcoming The Tree That Saved Christmas) and directed/executive produced by Michael M. Scott (UP's Far From Home and the award-nominated Apple Mortgage Cake) and executive produced by Libby Beers. The film is based on Beth Pattillo's acclaimed novel, Heavens to Betsy, which in turn sprang from Pattillo's experiences as a female minister. Cara J. Russell wrote the adapted script.

The ensemble cast also includes Brendan Penny ("Motive," "Whistler"), former Destiny's Child LeToya Luckett (Preacher's Kid, "Treme"), Gabrielle Rose ("R.L. Stine's The Haunting Hour," The Sweet Hereafter), Bill Dow ("The X-Files," "Stargate: Atlantis"), Kevin O'Grady (This Means War, "Arrow"), Jody Thompson ("R.L. Stine's The Haunting Hour," 2012) and Leanne Lapp ("Almost Human," "The Killing").

Life would be perfect for 30-year-old, single Reverend Casey Hart (Samaire Armstrong) if it weren't for parishioners who poke into her love life and steal money from the collection box. Not to mention some very inconvenient feelings she is having for her long-time friend, fellow seminary school classmate, and verbal sparring partner, David Swenson (Brenden Penny). Feeling the pressure of leading the congregation and managing the board's expectations, Casey questions if she should remain a minister in the church or pursue other career opportunities. Unsure of her direction, terrified of professional failure and panicked that David has met someone new, Casey turns to her other best friend from school, Reverend LaRonda "Ronnie" Mason (LeToya Luckett). Can Casey reclaim her confidence while reconciling her clerical robe with high heels and date nights? A fun-loving look at a single girl's life on the other side of the altar.

"Heavenly Match is a fun, relatable romantic comedy about finding your place in life as seen through the eyes of a little-explored character on television -- a female minister," Barbara Fisher, svp, original programming, UP. "Having gained new fans this year through "Resurrection," actress Samaire Armstrong is fearless here as the doubting Reverend Casey Hart."

Heavens to Betsy and Earth to Betsy author Beth Pattillo has written over a dozen books, including the Jane Austen Formidables trilogy, the Sweetgum Knit Lit Society series, and the Regency-set historicals Princess Charming and Her Perfect Earl. In addition, Pattillo is an ordained Christian minister and the co-founder of the Faith Leader program. After many years as a parish minister, she now serves as a spiritual director and retreat leader for Still Waters of Nashville. Originally from Texas, Pattillo is married and is the mother of two children. Her Master of Divinity degree is from Vanderbilt University. She believes a good sense of humor is the biggest blessing of all.

UP presents Heavenly Match, a Front Street production. Starring Samaire Armstrong, Brendan Penny, LeToya Luckett, Gabrielle Rose, Bill Dow, Kevin O'Grady, Jody Thompson and Leanne Lapp. Directed by Michael M. Scott. Produced by Front Street Pictures' Harvey Kahn. Executive Produced by Michael M. Scott and Libby Beers. Director of Photography is Anthony Metchie. Editor is Alison Grace. Script by Cara J. Russell.

Follow our cast and author at:
* www.UPtv.com/HeavenlyMatch
* Samaire Armstrong on Twitter @samaire_samaire
* Brendan Penny on Twitter @BrendanJPenny
* LeToya Luckett on Twitter @LeToyaLuckett
* Bill Dow online at www.billdow.net
* Kevin O'Grady online at kevinogrady.net
* Jody Thompson on Twitter @JodyRaeThompson
* Leanne Lapp on Twitter @LeanneLapp
* Beth Pattillo on Twitter @bethpattillo

About UP
UP is the television network dedicated to uplifting viewers every day with original and acquired movies, reality and dramatic series, comedies and music specials. One of the most trusted family-friendly networks on cable, UP can be seen in 67 million homes on cable systems and satellite providers across the United States in both standard and high definition. Along with its mission to entertain, uplift and inspire viewers, UP's pro-social initiative "Uplift Someone" reminds and inspires people to do simple acts of kindness. Based in Atlanta, UP is a division of UP Entertainment, LLC, which also offers gMovies, the first faith-friendly streaming movie service and provides sales and operations services to the ASPiRE network.

Follow UP on the Web at www.UPtv.com, on Facebook at www.facebook.com/UPtv, Twitter on @UPtv and Instagram at UP_TV.

About Front Street Pictures
Front Street Pictures Inc. (frontstreetpictures.com) is an innovative production company that produces high quality independent films and made for television motion pictures for worldwide distribution. The head office is established in Vancouver, British Columbia and specializes in providing a full range of services to the film and television industries. In addition to developing and producing in house productions, the company offers a wide range of financial, production and creative services to production partners all over the world.

Kelly Bowling To Debut In Christian Family Movie

Nashville, TN (February 28. 2014) Kelly Bowling has been chosen to play the part of ‘Nurse Kathy’ in a feature film titled ‘Virtuous’. The filming took place in the Atlanta, Georgia area in January of this year.

The official website of ‘Virtuous’ states that the film is “a faith-based film created to ignite women to live with non-negotiable convictions. Convictions of faith, beauty, family and integrity.”

Kelly Bowling stated “I am so excited for everyone to see this movie. The message it contains is inspiring and the story is moving. I am thankful for the opportunity to be a part of a Christian movie with a positive message.”

According to the movie’s website, ‘Virtuous’ interweaves the stories of several different women involved and impacted in and through the trial of Simone Burner, a young college-aged Christian woman. The individual story of each woman examines the different challenges Christian women face in today’s culture, from Si herself, her mother, the lead detectives and police officers, judges, the prosecution and defense lawyers, new reporters, and hospital staff.

Nurse Kathy, Kelly Bowling’s character is described on the movie website as “a nurse whose abusive and adoptive past destroyed her self-image and her ability to connect with anyone, except for one lady, an elderly patient with a secretive past.”

Virtuous is to release on Mother’s Day and is available in a format for a Church viewing and for Women’s Conferences. This is just a VIRTUOUS Sneak Peek: https://vimeo.com/86566791

To learn more about Kelly Bowling and the Bowlings go to http://www.bowlingsonline.com or https://www.facebook.com/pages/The-Bowling-Family or https://www.facebook.com/kelly.bowling .

To book the Bowling Family for concert or Kelly for Women's Seminars contact the Beckie Simmons Agency at http://www.bsaworld.com .

For more information on the movie 'Virtuous' go to http://www.virtuousfilm.com .

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About The Bowlings
The group consists of Mike Bowling and his wife, Kelly, their daughter Hope and longtime friend Troy Peach. They bring you their stories and songs in a way that is reminiscent of days gone by. To watch them perform reminds us of a time when "all night singings" were the norm, and folks lined up early to visit with the singers and musicians. As in most things, musical styles come full circle. What is old is new, and what is new is old!! Musically, Mike, Kelly, Hope and Troy make us realize this. Somehow they have created a sound that is as refreshing as the sounds of the early 70s. Mike has often been referred to as the vocal stylist of the day; however, the completion is so obvious with Kelly, Hope and Troy by his side. History will note that they have been true to the excellence of their ability without diminishing or distancing the listener.

'CROSSROAD' LAUNCHES ON DVD MARCH 12

GRIEVING DAD SEEKS REVENGE, FINDS FORGIVENESS

'. . .tense, involving, ulitmately touching." Los Angeles Times

CrossroadMovie.com

GLENDALE, Calif. – Jan. 30, 2013 – CROSSROAD weaves a story of ordinary, seemingly unrelated people who learn the intimate power of God in a hostage situation with lives hanging in the balance. With his feature movie debut, award-winning Director Shervin Youssefian takes audiences to the CROSSROAD, a gripping film that debuts on DVD March 12, 2013.
“Twelve strangers cross paths in a diner, and as a hostage situation ensues, little by little they learn how they’re all connected,” said Youssefian, who also wrote CROSSROAD. “Trusting God is the central theme of the movie.”

Praise for CROSSROAD

“The faith-based ensemble drama CROSSROAD builds considerable power as it weaves its pensive tale of life, death and destiny . . . an often tense, involving, ultimately touching tale of redemption and forgiveness.”--Los Angeles Times
“Another great Christian film that EVERYONE should see!”--Christian Film Database
“A surprisingly gritty thriller . . CROSSROAD offers a message of hope and forgiveness.”--Pasadena Weekly

SYNOPSIS

Fueled by revenge, Michael (Philip Bulcock) sets up a meeting at an out-of-the-way diner with the man who murdered his wife and child six years earlier. But his plans of killing him come to a sudden standstill when two gunmen burst in to rob the place. Michael takes matters into his own hands, shooting a robber and holding the entire diner hostage until the man he really wants to target arrives. In the midst of all these events, Michael finds an unlikely ally in Don (Kim Estes), a devout Christian who believes God is going to help him in his endeavor. While Michael battles with his faith, the hostages begin to find extraordinary connections between them. CROSSROAD is an emotional and inspiring story of redemption, forgiveness and the ultimate realization of God's grace at work in every life.

STORY BEHIND THE STORY

CROSSROAD Executive Producers David Dginguerian and Amy Weber a husband-and-wife team with business and entertainment success between them are a crossroad story of their own. Desiring to have children, doctors said it was impossible. But God had other plans, blessing them with twins. In grateful response, Dginguerian, a successful entrepreneur, committed to making a feature length faith film. It took three years, but working with Youssefian, also an executive producer, the result is CROSSROAD. And the kicker? Weber plays a featured role in the movie.

From Spot On Media, CROSSROAD launches DVD sales March 12, 2013.

To learn more, visit: CrossroadMovie.com

Faith Based Film 'The Genesis Code' to Debut in Nationwide Limited Release

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., Oct. 27, 2011 /Christian Newswire/ -- The highly anticipated Christian film "The Genesis Code" will premiere November 4 in theatres in Indiana, Illinois, and Missouri.

A film from American Epic Entertainment, calls Christians to renew their faith in God, become more engaged in publicly defending the Biblical explanation of creation and speaking up against the cultural trend to silence Christians.

"This is very exciting time to be a Christian who loves movies!" said Executive Producer and Star of The Genesis Code, Reverend Jerry Zandstra. "We are especially buoyed by the success of Courageous. We know the Courageous audience is going to love The Genesis Code. There is clearly a real want and need for high quality faith based films like The Genesis Code and Courageous. We know that the faith audience expects production values that they are used to seeing from the big studio films and that is what they can expect from The Genesis Code." said Zandstra.

"The Genesis Code" is an independent Christian film which explores the intersection of science and faith as well as other issues facing Christians today. The film stars Logan Bartholomew and Kelsey Sanders as college students whose chance meeting leads to a burgeoning relationship and a journey of spiritual discovery. The supporting cast includes Oscar-winners Louise Fletcher and Ernest Borgnine, former presidential candidate Fred Thompson, and Reverend Jerry Zandstra, who also served as the Executive Producer.

"The Genesis Code" explores three major issues facing Christians today. One issue is the alleged conflict between religious and scientific explanations for the beginning of the universe. As the film shows, this conflict does not exist. The Biblical and scientific explanations for the beginning of life are totally consistent, but told from different perspectives. The film also explores the often ignored story of discrimination against Christians on college campuses. In the film, Kelsey Sanders portrays a talented paleontology student who is pressured to conceal her faith in order to advance in the academic world. Finally, the film deals with end-of-life issues, as Logan Bartholomew's character fights to prolong the life of his comatose mother when his grandparents attempt to remove her from life support against his wishes and despite the possibility of recovery.

Former U.S. Senator and movie star Fred Thompson will be lending his support to help publicize The Genesis Code in the days leading up to its release.

For information on the movie, visit thegenesiscodemovie.com.
Twitter: twitter.com/thegenesiscode
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