April 6th, 2022

The Grammys, Troy Kotsur, Bruce Willis, and the Kids & Teens Prayer Calendar

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A Movement of Prayer for the Entertainment Industry

Greetings HPN members,

It’s APRIL! Passover and Easter, the celebration of Jesus' death and resurrection, is approaching! We encourage you to spend more time with God during this Lenten season, and to pray for the spiritual needs of the artists in Hollywood who are impacting the world.

Recently, we shared a prayer request for a celebrity on Facebook. One of the comments in response was "There are few actors I would ever pray for, but that celebrity is one of them." In this Easter season, let's all be mindful that we don't pray for people because they need it or deserve it; we pray for Hollywood because Jesus died for every person ever born - from celebrities to the homeless! Jesus' death and resurrection wouldn't mean anything if it was just for a certain type of person or profession. We praise God that Jesus is the King for ALL people!

Just this last week we had the Oscars and the Grammys and they were both very telling about how America's entertainers are impacting our culture with their creative work and their lives! Let’s pray together now, inviting God into our creative community…

Updates

Denzel Washington

The world just experienced a WILD Academy Awards week-end. Everyone has heard about the Will Smith/Chris Rock encounter, but what you may not know is that the first two people to go straight to Will Smith during the commercial break were Denzel Washington and Tyler Perry, two strong Christians who prayed with and for Will at that moment. Let’s praise God for believers like these two men of integrity and ask God to keep using people like Denzel and Tyler, to touch the hearts and lives of their friends, associates, and co-workers. We also want to honor Denzel Washington and his perspective on life and celebrity:

Praises

OSCARS WATCH PARTY PHOTOS

Celebrating the Oscars with HPN!

HPN had an exciting OSCARS week! On Thursday, March 24th, just 3 days before the Oscars, we had 54 people walk the red carpet of the Dolby Theatre and pray for everyone who would show up that Sunday for the awards. We got to talk to at least 8 security guards - all of whom were Christians - and pray over the land. It was a powerful evening and the foundation for answered prayers on Sunday!

On Oscars Sunday, a gathering of 120 people came together at FPCH church campus, to enjoy watching the Oscars together. It was a fun night of celebration and we were surely the only Oscars party in town that stopped and prayed for Will Smith and Chris Rock immediately after their encounter!

Rooftop Encounter

Then on Monday night, March 28th, 30 prayer warriors showed up on the rooftop of CBS Television City to pray for Hollywood and our industry. We had a Rooftop Encounter with the Lord and prayed to hear His voice and to be used by Him to make more of an eternal impact on our city and our industry. It was a powerful night. Check out Rooftop Encounters, and listen to their latest podcast interview with HPN member and actor Hiram Murray:

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WATCH: HIRAM MURRAY STORY

The Grammys 2022,

Stephen Sondheim Honored

Sunday night, April 3rd was the 64th annual Grammy’s Awards (link to winners). Hosted by comedian Trevor Noah, they celebrated the best of our culture’s music on CBS. It had incredible musical performances in 83 categories, including the best of American Pop, Rock, R&B, Rap, Gospel, Hip Hop, K-Pop, Latin, Classical, Country, Folk, Alternative, Contemporary Christian, and Bluegrass. We want to pray for our country's musicians and for all of the Christians there, regardless of whether they won or lost, and those who are sharing the love of Jesus throughout the music world. Let’s keep praying for the Lord to be lifted up in recording studios globally! A highlight was a song honoring the late Stephen Sondheim:

HONORING STEPHEN SONDHEIM

Congratulations Troy Kotsur!

We want to celebrate actor Troy Kotsur from CODA (which won Best Picture) for winning Best Supporting Actor, and for also making history as the very first deaf actor to do so! In fact, he is the first deaf male actor to EVER win an Oscar, and we're so happy for him. We also want to highlight Troy's manager and HPN member Mark Finley, who has supported Troy all throughout his career! Let’s pray for Mark and Troy:

Prayer Requests

Bruce Willis

Pray for Bruce Willis who just retired from acting because he has recently been diagnosed with Aphasia. It’s a devastating disease so we want the Lord to touch his heart and embrace Bruce as he adjusts to a new normal. May the Lord turn this into good in Bruce’s life and the lives of his family and close friends, and that Bruce experiences His unconditional love and healing. This is the time when people ask the deeper questions and we want Bruce to find HIS answers!

Planet Comic Con

Let’s pray for the people attending Planet Comic Con next month in Kansas City. Planet Comicon Kansas City is the region's largest and longest-running pop culture and comic book convention, spanning nearly 8 football fields and featuring more than 100 celebrity, cosplayer and comic creator guests. We want the Lord’s presence to take over this gathering and move people a step closer to Him in an environment they least expect to encounter God! Let’s also pray for the guest speakers and participants, who are professionals in all areas of global entertainment:

WATCH THE EPISODE

The HPN Podcast: Hollywood Changemakers with Nancy Vuu

IN 2021, our HPN interns helped us launch our podcast - Hollywood Changemakers! In the months since, we have been interviewing industry creatives in film, fashion, and soon music - to hear their perspective on how they live their lives as Christians in our secular entertainment industry. Last month Kelry interviewed fashion designer Nancy Vuu, a committed believer who entrusts every career move to the Holy Spirit, and has seen God do miracles. We invite you to watch this episode on our Youtube Channel! It’s a beautiful story of her life as a Christian in fashion!

Phil Collins

For all of you Phil Collins fans, we ask that you pray that the Lord reveals himself to Phil in the last season of his life. He announced on March 17th in France, that due to too many health issues, he can’t perform or even play drums anymore. So, we want the Lord to radically touch his heart so that Phil falls in love with Jesus in this season of retirement and contemplation. A miraculous conversation can impact Phil, other musicians and audiences all over the world!

Has God Called You to Hollywood?

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DOWNLOAD KIDS & TEENS PRAYER CALENDAR

Raising Children to Pray for Hollywood

As we continue to look for ways to encourage you all to pray for Hollywood, we are thrilled to announce that we have a new Kids & Teens Prayer Calendar! These calendars are designed as printable pdfs so that you and your children are able to pray through the people they're watching and listening to, each week of every month! With prayer focuses and prompts, we pray that these calendars will help you to instill a lifestyle of prayer and a heart for Hollywood in our children!

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Scripture

“As for you, brothers, do not grow weary in doing good.”

-- 2 Thess. 3:13

Quote

" In the same way a Christian is not a man who never goes wrong, but a man is enabled to repent and pick himself up and begin over again after each stumble--because the Christ-life is inside him, repairing him all the time, enabling him to repeat (in some degree) the kind of voluntary death which Christ Himself carried out.”

― C.S.Lewis

Read Full Devotional

HPN YouVersion Weekly Devotional: Salvation

The Great Commission is to go out and tell the Good News of the Gospel to the people in our sphere of influence. But that’s hard to do. This week we’ll focus on the power, the joy and the eternal difference you can make by stepping out of your comfort zone and talking about Jesus, without freaking out.

- Karen Covell

Feature Presentations

Not Easily Broken

Pastor and HPN member Brian Chan has released his newest book, a novel, Not Easily Broken, an action-drama about a widowed father trying to save his 6-year-old abducted daughter with his angry teenage son alongside him. Check it out at:

CHECK OUT THE BOOK

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The Sound of Violet Film Premier

We congratulate HPN member and friend Allen Wolf for his new film The Sound of Violet. In this romantic comedy motion picture, a man believes he found his perfect soulmate, but his autism keeps him from realizing she’s actually a prostitute looking for a ticket out of her trapped life.

The Sound of Violet is rated PG-13 and will be released only in theaters starting April 29.

RSVP TO APRIL 29th RED CARPET EVENT

Re-Igniting the Passion for Prayer

HPN's dear friend, a missionary and minister in some of the most dangerous, war-ridden areas of Africa, wanted to share a special message with our community about Re-Igniting the Passion for Prayer. Carole has seen innumerable miracles including sicknesses healed and even people raised from the dead! Some months ago she visited Hollywood and recorded a PODCAST EPISODE with Karen as well. We love her heart for the Lord and encourage you to listen to this message from a recent gathering:

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LISTEN TO MESSAGE

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RSVP NOW

Cookies, Cocoa and Contemplation

A Listening Prayer Event

Join us in-person on Tuesday, April 12th for a restful evening of prayer and fellowship, led by the wonderful Jenni Moon! Listening Prayer invites us to be still and spend time in silence with God, allowing us to connect deeply with the Holy Spirit. Gather afterward for a time of fellowship with cocoa and other sweet treats! Limited space available so sign up soon!

Events

Support our Community by Attending or Praying for these Events!

HPN We Friday International Prayer Call

Fridays | 12 - 1 p.m. Pacific | ZOOM or Phone

Join us for a powerful hour of praise and prayer for our industry, where HPN members call in from around the globe and pray for the industry and each other. Links are updated weekly, so please email us to get the latest one.

EMAIL FOR DETAILS>>

Measure for Measure

Saturday April 9th | 12:30 p.m. Pacific | IN-PERSON

Measure for Measure is a quarterly gathering led by film composer Jim Covell and Grammy Award winning producer Alex Hitchens. This gathering is for singer/songwriters, musicians, producers, and composers. Food provided, and they welcome spouses and writing partners to join you!

Cookies, Cocoa & Contemplation

Tuesday April 12th | 7 p.m. Pacific | IN-PERSON

Join us on Tuesday, April 12th for a restful evening of prayer and fellowship, led by the wonderful Jenni Moon! Similar to meditation, this practice invites us to be still and spend time in silence with God, allowing us to connect deeply with the Holy Spirit. Gather afterward for a time of fellowship with cocoa and other sweet treats!

Good Friday Service

Friday April 15th | 6 p.m. Pacific | IN-PERSON

Led by worship leader, saxophonist, and HPN's LCD Coordinator, Pastor Tim Kirschenmann, you are invited to encounter God with an intimate evening of prayer, worship and baptisms. Be renewed in your mind and heart as we encounter the cross with scripture, contemplation, and the Holy Spirit. PLEASE email tim@hpnemail.org if you are interested in being baptized.

Life in Hollywood:

Meeting the Challenge with God's Grace and Wisdom - Influence Lab Women Event

Friday April 29th | 6:30-9 p.m. Pacific | IN-PERSON

Life in Hollywood can be uncomfortable and challenging for Christians. How do you respond to the questions and issues that come up on set, in production or business meetings, and in casual conversations as you work in and around the entertainment industry? Join us for an evening of round table discussion on how to be a positive influence and respond with light and salt in today’s sensitive culture.

Imago Dei Worship Nights

Saturday April 30th | 6 p.m. Pacific | IN-PERSON

We invite you to once again join our growing, powerful nights of worship in Hollywood! We are so excited to be gathering once again for a night of encounter with the Lord! Featuring worship from Reality LA Worship Team, there will also be prayer leaders if you want individual prayer. Come fellowship with us! FREE Chick-fil-A served for those who arrive early.

HPN Power of Prayer Conference

May 3rd-5th | 7pm for 3 Nights | IN-PERSON

HPN is thrilled to expand our 28th annual National Day of Prayer event to a 3 Night "Power of Prayer" celebration! This FREE gathering is to build, challenge and mobilize our community with this focus:

Revival Starts with Prayer!

Night 1 - WHY we Pray
Night 2 - HOW we Pray
Night 3 - The POWER of PRAYER

Community Night of Worship and Prayer

SAVE THE DATE so that you don't miss this celebration of prayer and Hollywood!

To volunteer, click below and let us know how YOU would like to serve! This will be an event that you DO NOT want to miss! REGISTER NOW TO VOLUNTEER>>

"1st Mondays" Prayer & Worship Night

RETURNING IN JUNE | June 6th, 2022 at 7PM

If you are an industry professional, HPN invites you to join a powerful worship and one-on-one prayer for those working in the entertainment industry. In lieu of a May virtual gathering, we invite you to join the POWER OF PRAYER CONFERENCE in-person, May 3rd-5th, and we will return with our ZOOM gathering in June!

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Don’t miss our other local events on our Hollywood Community Calendar, or if you have an event to add, let us know and we'll add it! VIEW LOCAL EVENTS>>

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