When I first moved to L.A., I thought of networking as walking into a room full of strangers with a stack of business cards and attempting to swap info with as many people as possible. And, to be fair, sometimes networking is like that. But after nine years in L.A., I’ve realized that my best connections usually happen when I’m not trying to network at all. I’m just out in the world, living my life, doing things I personally find interesting. Not only am I generally more relaxed and gregarious when I’m not in meeting-strangers-mode, I’m also participating in something else that, for many years, I didn’t fully recognize for what it was: being led by the Holy Spirit...  Read More

“Did God say?”…This has been a common warfare strategy of the enemy from the beginning of our human existence.  God is one with His Word, and thereby very deliberate with each word He speaks. Jesus only spoke as the Father led Him to speak. He taught us that His words are Spirit and life No word (rhema) from God shall be impossible. His words have power...  Read More

An op-ed written by Tivoli Silas: It’s all too common in today’s divisive world to hear fans complain over the tiniest crumbs of news relating to their favorite fandoms. But once in a while, some entertainment news justifies the resulting backlash. Such is the case for the announcement, on April Fool’s Day, unfortunately, that Meryl Streep is in talks to play Aslan in Netflix’s upcoming adaptation of C.S. Lewis’s The Chronicles of Narnia. While these are only talks and Streep has not been officially cast in the role, this brings disturbing implications for the series going forward...  Read More

On Thursday, May 1st, HPN hosted a National Day of Prayer Celebration to pray for RENEWAL, RESTORATION AND REVIVAL in Hollywood!Over 250 people gathered in the heart of Hollywood to cry out in unified prayer for our city, our industry, and our community.We kicked off the evening with a family-friendly Taco Truck Block Party — tacos, nachos, beverages, and desserts, free for all attendees!Then, we ...  Read More

What Are You Working On? Share It With the HPN Community!We love hearing what our HPN members are creating! Please use the comments section below to share your current project or upcoming event.This space is exclusively for HPN members to share their creative projects. Qualifying events include:A concert, play, or live performanceA film screening of a digital release of a film you are a part ofA b...  Read More

In a world saturated with noise, distraction, and distortion, God is raising up a generation of creatives to be more than entertainers. He’s calling them to be prophetic voices—artists, storytellers, and visionaries who carry His truth, beauty, and presence into culture.Whether you write, film, choreograph, design, perform, or paint, your creativity is not secondary to your faith—it is central to ...  Read More

In every generation, God uses voices, visions, sounds, and stories to reflect His glory and speak truth into the world. Today, many of those voices are found in the arts, media, and entertainment industry—places of influence, beauty, and spiritual battle. To pray for creatives and creativity is to partner with God in seeing His Kingdom come through the gifts He’s given to artists, storytellers, mu...  Read More

You are called, chosen, and divinely equipped for this moment! The arts, media, and entertainment industries aren’t just jobs—they are mission fields, and you are a light shining in the very heart of culture. God has placed you here with a purpose, and your creativity is a powerful tool to reflect His truth and love. This guide is for YOU—to remind you that you are never alone, to encourage you in your calling, and to stir up your faith as you boldly impact the world for the Kingdom of God. Stand firm, stay inspired, and know that you are making a difference!  Read More

It's 2025, and as believers, we know that God is moving in the arts, media, and entertainment industries like never before These creative spaces have the power to shape culture, stir hearts, and tell stories that can either draw people closer to truth or lead them astray. That’s why we pray—not just for better content, but for transformed lives...  Read More

Hollywood Area Hotels (in order of price from most expensive to least expensive):Loews Hollywood Hotel‎ 1755 N Highland AveHollywood, CA 90028Hotel: 323-856-1200Phone Reservations: 1-877-875-1604Text Reservations: 323-716-7716https://www.loewshotels.com/hollywood-hotel  Hilton Los Angeles/Universal City555 Universal Hollywood DriveUniversal City, California, 91608818-506-2500https://www.hilton.com...  Read More

Proverbs 29:25 (NIV)Fear of man will prove to be a snare, but whoever trusts in the Lord is kept safe.Proverbs 29:25 (The Message)The fear of human opinion disables; trusting in God protects you from that.2 Kings 17:35-36 The Lord made a covenant with them and commanded them, saying, “You shall not fear other gods, nor bow down to them, nor serve them, nor sacrifice to them. But the Lord, who brou...  Read More

Are you praying to be married? Here is a list of scriptures that the staff of HPN has put together for you to agree with, for breakthrough concerning the Kingdom Marriage that God has for you!Scriptures for MarriageThe Lord God said, “It is not good for the man to be alone. I will make a helper suitable for him.”… So the Lord God caused the man to fall into a deep sleep; and while he was sleeping,...  Read More

This is a resources to help those who are having experiences where they know something unholy is messing with them at night. What many call the “spirit realm” is far more vast than people realize, but the Holy Spirit is very willing to guide you into all truth, especially what is expedient to know in each moment as you allow yourself to receive from Him. It is God Himself Who helps us see accordin...  Read More

Hollywood is more than just a city—it’s a global influencer shaping culture through film, television, music, and digital media. At the Hollywood Prayer Network (HPN), we believe that God is moving in this industry, and we’re inviting you to be part of that movement!We are so excited to welcome you to our vibrant, global community where faith meets creativity, and prayer fuels transformation in the...  Read More

Quit living as if the purpose of life is to arrive safely at death.Run to the roar!Set God-sized goals. Pursue God-given passions.Go after a dream that is destined to fail without divine intervention.Stop pointing out problems. Become part of the solution.Stop repeating the past. Start creating the future.Face your fears. Fight for your dreams.Grab opportunity by the mane and don’t let go!Live lik...  Read More

Father, in the name of Jesus Christ, I come to you sincerely with a desire to be free from all the curses and their results. Lord Jesus, I thank you for saving me and cleansing my sin at the cross.  I confess with my mouth that I belong to you. The devil has no power over me because I am cleansed and covered by your precious blood.  I now confess all of my sins, known and unknown. I repent of them...  Read More

In 2024, the Living Word group gathered for times of food, fellowship, and reading scripture aloud, followed by a time of rich discussion. Each Living Word gathering focused primarily on the time of reading, and a different book of the Bible was chosen to read through in one sitting. The 2024 readings included the books of Acts, Isaiah, 1 & 2 Corinthians, Ecclesiastes & Song of Songs, and more! Fo...  Read More

In 2024, Tim Kirschenmann hosted quarterly gatherings for worship leaders in Los Angeles and the surrounding areas.  Each event provided a wonderful opportunity to connect, build community, and enjoy food and fellowship.  The evenings concluded with a time of prayer. For more information, please email Tim....  Read More

Meeting throughout 2024, the HPN Dance Fellowship was a place for dancers to build connection with God, themselves, & each other. These gatherings included a time of circling up, intention setting, journaling, developing deep relational connections, prayer, prophetic encouragement, worship, & of course activation into movement and dance.  Each gathering had a spirit led theme or focus: spiritually...  Read More

In 2024 HPN launched Prologue Writer’s group as a new monthly gathering for all writers! Poets, creative writers, fiction, and non-fiction authors were encouraged to come, fellowship, build community, and receive prayer! Led by Rebecca Russell, the group currently has 7-10 core writers working on devotionals, novels, poetry, children’s books and memoir. The group shared works-in-progress. and disc...  Read More

Inspired by HPN's February "Pray for Marriages" event, House of Kingdom Marriage is a new ministry to pray for marriages, launched through HPN! House of Kingdom Marriage met every month beginning in May 2024. Every event was an intentional gathering for those who are believing for God’s heart for marriage. Single men and women gathered to enjoy times of food, fellowship, corporate prayer and worsh...  Read More

In 2024, Measure For Measure met quarterly for their music fellowship gatherings. They enjoyed food, fellowship, and guest speakers at each gathering. Guests this year included drummer and composer David Raven, who told stories from his years of vast experience in the music business and at the iconic annual secular Festival, Burning Man, where David and his wife Rebecca attend every year. They als...  Read More

Stagelight Actor's Fellowship met monthly throughout the year, gathering for dinner and fellowship. Each event provided an opportunity for the group to learn from each other and spend time in prayer together. For more info about Stagelight, email info@hpnemail.org....  Read More

Montage: An Assembly of Christian Editors met for monthly gatherings throughout 2024, with a warm and inviting atmosphere for all attendees. Participants enjoyed delicious meals while engaging in meaningful discussions, sharing insights, and learning from one another’s experiences. A highlight of the gatherings was the opportunity to come together in prayer, fostering a sense of community and supp...  Read More