Christian Media News Roundup: November 2–7, 2026

There's been plenty happening across Christian media this week, from new film releases and streaming announcements to podcasts, books and a pretty busy week for Christian music. Here's a look at some of the stories published between November 2 and November 7.

Films

• Wild Faith Christmas arrived on VOD - The sequel to the independent Western drama Wild Faith became available on major VOD platforms on November 3 - Set in late-1800s Michigan, the film brings back familiar characters for a Christmas mission that takes a dangerous turn when a young Native boy is kidnapped.
  
  
  
• God With Us announces its November cinema release - Jimmy Jenkins' drama opens in select US theatres on November 13, following a premiere that reportedly attracted more than 4,000 people.
  
  
• Kirk Franklin teams with Tyler Perry for The Gospel of Christmas - Franklin is producing the soundtrack for the upcoming Netflix holiday film, which arrives November 11.

TV and streaming

• Pure Flix Familia launches Novelitas - The streaming service has introduced a new channel for short, vertical dramas aimed at Latino audiences - launched November 2, the channel features stories centered on faith, family and relationships, with three productions available at launch.

Podcasts

• Ask Bishop Jones is in development - Retired Methodist bishop Scott Jones is working with David Donnan on a new podcast about Christianity and Methodism - the project is still in development, with listeners being invited to submit questions ahead of an anticipated January 2027 launch.
  
  
  
• Thinking Christian discusses the church as an embassy - The November 5 episode features Jonathan Leeman discussing the church's role in public life and its relationship with politics.
  
  
  
• Thinking Christian asks whether Christians should support livestreaming an execution - The November 4 episode tackles a difficult ethical question, looking at the Christian response to public executions and the way violence is presented to audiences.
  
  
  
• For the Gospel explores what it means to be fully known by God - Costi Hinn's November 2 episode, Nothing Is Hidden from God, looks at God's omniscience and what it means for everyday life, prayer and the way Christians respond to sin.
  
  
  
• CBN's Faith in Culture talks about Halloween and the occult - The November 2 episode features former psychic medium Jenn Nizza discussing why she no longer celebrates Halloween after leaving the occult and embracing Christianity.

Books and audiobooks

• Andrew T. Walker publishes Prodigal Culture - Crossway released Walker's new book on November 3, where it examines secularism, individualism and the problems facing modern Western culture, arguing for a return to a biblical understanding of human nature and society.
  
  
  
• A graphic novel version of The Pilgrim's Progress arrives - Jeremy Patenaude's adaptation of John Bunyan's classic brings the familiar Christian allegory to a new audience, with illustrations by Brent McKee.
  
  
  
• Mark Ward publishes What Saith the Lord? - The new book looks at words in the King James Bible that have changed meaning over time, helping readers avoid some common misunderstandings.
  
  
  
• Trevin Wax releases The Lord Is My Light - This new prayer resource brings together Scripture, prayers and historic Christian writing to help readers develop a regular rhythm of prayer.
  

Music

• Forrest Frank joins Lecrae and KB for Go! Go! Go! - The new single arrived November 6 through River House Records, bringing together the three artists for a rap-influenced track about trusting God and following Christ's direction.
  
  
  
• Matthew Plante releases PULL UP! - The Christian hip-hop artist released his new single on November 6 through DREAM Records - the track combines trap production with lyrics about spiritual confidence and standing firm in faith.
  
  
  
• Jordan Feliz announces new single Fast - Feliz's first new single in more than a year is due November 13 - the song was inspired by watching his children grow up and wanting to hold on to those everyday family moments.
  
  
  
• Celeste Marie Wilson releases Christmas at Home - The singer-songwriter released a three-track holiday EP on November 6, featuring her versions of Winter Wonderland, Away in a Manger and Jingle Bells.
  
  
  
• We Are Messengers preview a Celtic Christmas project - Rejoice! (A Celtic Christmas LIVE) arrived November 6, bringing together nine tracks from the group's first Christmas album, including their version of We Three Kings.
  
  
  
• New Wine Worship releases For Jesus - The worship collective released the single on November 4, ahead of its forthcoming live EP Ready For More. The song was recorded at a New Wine event.
  
  
  
• Rick Lee James announces Lights of Love - The singer-songwriter and healthcare chaplain released his new Christmas single on November 6 - the song is connected to Springfield Regional Medical Center's annual Lights of Love celebration.
  
  
  
• Kirk Franklin's I Am What I Am gets a new release spotlight - Franklin's new double album is among the gospel releases highlighted this week, following its arrival on streaming platforms.