by Stacey Weeks
I love it when fiction does more than tell an entertaining narrative. I love fiction that forces me to think deeply about my faith and consider how God might be prompting me to respond. There are a lot of loveable characters in Mistletoe Movie Star who might stir this response in your soul, and my favorite is Charlene Kelley, the town veterinarian.
Charlene not only sees a great need in Mistletoe Movie Star, but she strives to be part of the solution. She observes the growing homeless crisis and steps in to help, but this crisis becomes deeply personal when three young girls land in her care. As a woman of faith, she worries about not only helping them physically, but also introducing them to a Father who loves them.
Fear and Anxiety
Nat’s eyes widened.
Char doubted anyone had ever asked her that before. Most people asked where you were from or stuff like that. Stuff you couldn’t answer when you were forced to cycle through grief again and again with every move.
Bring our needs to Jesus.
“I promised—”
Wendy’s eyes softened as if Char’s words pained her. “That was your first mistake,” she said gently. “Never promise.”
Approach with Confidence.
Small gasps and yelps rolled through the press. They collectively leapt back.
A quick bark of laughter escaped Char as she reached in and pulled out a baby skunk. Its folds of skin layered over the petite frame, and one tiny eye slit wiggled as if it wanted to open and see who dared to disturb its rest.
In Mistletoe Movie Star, Char uses her gifts to serve her community. Consider your interests, your talents, your passions. God wants to work through you to serve and bless your community. You can encourage that person who believes they have nothing to contribute. Change often happens one smile, one gift, one soul at at a time. Who is the one in your life who needs to hear that the greatest gift of the season isn’t found under a tree?
Looking for a Christmas read? Author @writersweeks gives a glimpse into her new release Mistletoe Movie Star. #Christianfiction #amreading @emilyrconrad
“When we are sure that Jesus is the answer to our problem, we will do whatever it takes to bring our problem to Him.” – @writersweeks #Christianfiction #amreading @emilyrconrad
“I love fiction that forces me to think deeply about my faith and consider how God might be prompting me to respond.” – @writersweeks #Christianfiction #amreading @emilyrconrad
Stacey is a ministry wife, mother of two teens and one tween, and a sipper of hot tea with honey. She loves to open the Word of God and share the hope of Christ with women. She is a multi-award-winning author, the primary home-educator of her children, and a frequent conference speaker. Her messages have been described as rich in the truths of Scripture, gospel-infused, and life-changing. Stacey is currently working on a graduate certificate in women’s ministry with Heritage College and Seminary with plans to complete her Master of Theological Studies.
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Mistleto Movie Star
Mistletoe Meadows is built around the magic of Christmas. As jingling sleighs cart rosy-cheeked lovers around the Mistletoe Mile, Charlene’s holiday dream is more complicated than photoshopped perfection. She proposes a compassion ministry initiative called the Gingerbread House but struggles to convince the town that their need for a homeless shelter is real.
Famous for his made for television holiday movies, Jonas longs for a happily-ever-after that isn’t as neat and tidy as his unrealistic films. Partnering with Char to champion her ministry invigorates him with a new purpose and provides an excuse to spend time with the girl he never forgot. But when they embrace three young sisters fighting to stay together while living on the streets, their project becomes deeply personal.
Together, they prove to a town reluctant to see anything other than holiday perfection that the greatest gift of the season isn’t found under a tree.
Thanks for highlighting Mistletoe Movie Star today! It's always a delight to visit with your readers.
Great to have you on the blog today, Stacey! Thanks for sharing with us!