Posts with the category “past-events”

On Friday, May 30th, Stagelight gathered at Firepoint Church—also known as the Sunset Screening Room—for an inspiring evening of connection, encouragement, and spiritual growth. From 7:30 to 9:30pm, members came together not only to share food, but to share their hearts, grounded in the wisdom of Proverbs 27:17: “As iron sharpens iron, so one person sharpens another.”The evening began with a relax...  Read More

On May 31st, the Living Word Scripture Reading group gathered for a reading of the Book of Daniel. Eleven attendees enjoyed a time of food and fellowship, then took turns reading through this wonderful book of prophecy, dreams, visions, and incredible faith. A subject matter expert on the book of Daniel was in attendance, and provided robust historical and biblical context to our fruitful time of ...  Read More

Led by Jennifer Lewis, the Upside Down Comedy group has met faithfully every Tuesday night in 2025. Every gathering offers an encouraging message and a time for prayer, as well as a specific comedy focus for beginners and veterans alike. Community members were able to learn from and hone their skills alongside seasoned stand-up comedians, actors, improv experts, and sketch writers!A brief recap of...  Read More

I believe that good art will cause a wide variety of responses — all gut-felt and all valid. That's what gets me excited about presenting a film to a group of people. The discussion afterward is rich, deep, and thoughtful. It doesn't matter if people disagree It matters that we all experience a visceral response to a piece of art...  Read More

June 1st Film Editor's Gathering Summary On June 1st, Montage editor’s group had our monthly meeting at Nicole Baer’s house. They had 11 attendees, and they shared their usual lunch prepared by Mark and Nicole, during which there was always a lot of great conversation.Then, all moved into the living room and had a ‘sharpening our professional skills’ session of looking at videos and discussing how...  Read More

Program Director Kelry Kirschenmann visits Influence Women NashvilleOn May 24th, Influence Women Nashville and the Hollywood Prayer Network came together for a powerful joint brunch event, uniting creative women of faith from across the media, entertainment, music, and arts industries. This special gathering called together those who see their artistic endeavors not just as a career, but as a call...  Read More

On May 24, 2025, the Prologue Writer's Group gathered for its monthly meeting. This month's gathering featured special guest Jeff Wong (writer, friend of Prologue and HPN & story consultant for Tippett Studios). Jeff explored the architecture of storytelling in a workshop designed just for Prologue – applicable to both fiction and non-fiction. Attendees learned how to take readers on an emotional ...  Read More

May Animation Group Gathering We just wrapped another great Christians in Animation "InBetweeners" Gathering in Los Angeles—and it was a beautiful blend of creativity, community, and Christ-centered encouragement! Eleven artists came together over delicious California Chicken Café wraps, sharing stories, industry experiences, and faith. A highlight of the evening was artist Andy Mandy’s presentati...  Read More

Prayer for the German Entertainment & Media Industry - HPN Berlin ChapterOn May 13, 2025, the HPN Berlin Chapter launched a bi-weekly Zoom Prayer Call, led by Alina Kovall! They will gather every two weeks at 9 pm German time to specifically pray for the German Entertainment and Media Industry.Our heartbeat in these meetings is to pray with authority and stand in the gap for our brothers and siste...  Read More

On Saturday, May 10th, the Upside-Down Comedy Group presented an unforgettable night of clean comedy for friends, family, and the HPN Community at the First Presbyterian Church of Hollywood. The audience enjoyed a rollicking time of good humor and delighted in the talents of our faithful Upside-Down Comedy crew!...  Read More

On Saturday, May 10th, we hosted our monthly MOTIF (Moms Of The Industry in Fellowship) Zoom gathering—a dedicated time for Christian moms in the entertainment industry to connect, pray, and encourage one another.In this virtual space, moms shared the joys and challenges of balancing motherhood with careers in Hollywood, offering faith-filled support and friendship. As always, it was a refreshing ...  Read More

On May 10, 2025 we hosted our quarterly Measure for Measure gathering—an inspiring afternoon designed for songwriters, producers, composers, and musicians who seek to serve the Lord with their musical gifts.Over a shared lunch, attendees connected with fellow music professionals and enjoyed a live ensemble performance of the “Spring” movement from Vivaldi’s Four Seasons. After the music, we heard ...  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

On April 26, 2025, the Prologue Writer's Group gathered for its monthly meeting. This month’s theme was "Query Letters & Book Proposals." Writers brought their questions and sample drafts of query letters and proposals. Drawing from many years in publishing, Rebecca encouraged writers and offered insights on publishing trends today. Attendees also enjoyed a time of personal and project prayer. Who...  Read More

Our HPN LA Chapter gathered for its monthly meeting—a meaningful time of connection and prayer with professionals from across the entertainment industry. We shared updates, lifted one another up in prayer, and took time to intercede for the industry as a whole. It was a powerful evening of encouragement, unity, and faith-filled community. ...  Read More

April 2025 In-Person Gathering The April in-person meeting of the Inbetweeners took place on Tuesday, April 15th from 6:30pm–9:00pm at the First Presbyterian Church of Hollywood Library.This meeting will be our first INBETWEENERS SHOWCASE to celebrate the finished work of our members so hustle up and let me know if you plan to bring a finished project to share! Again, we won't be showing works-in-...  Read More

On Maundy Thursday, we gathered for an intimate evening of worship, reflection, and communion. As the sun set, we entered into sacred space together—remembering the final night Jesus spent with His disciples, the breaking of bread, and the profound call to love and serve.The service created space for quiet reflection and heartfelt worship, inviting each person to pause and renew their heart in the...  Read More

From March 3rd to April 14th, 2025, the Hollywood Prayer Network officially launched its first-ever Professional Discipleship Program (PDP) Intensive Workshops!Each week, over 90 participants gathered for this in-person, 7-week course designed to help Christians in entertainment lay a strong spiritual and professional foundation.This inaugural intensive marked the beginning of a bold new initiativ...  Read More

On April 5th, the Living Word Scripture Reading group gathered for a reading of the Gospel of Matthew, in anticipation of the Easter season. Eleven attendees enjoyed a time of food and fellowship, then took turns reading through the rich and captivating story of Jesus, as told by Matthew. The group was a wonderful mix of returning and first-time attendees, with a rich discussion of the text afterw...  Read More

On April 4th, the Venice Beach Monthly Prayer and Fellowship officially launched, creating a warm and welcoming space for West-side entertainment professionals to connect and build community!This new home gathering is a welcoming space for professionals in the entertainment industry to connect, share, and build community. Our monthly meetings will provide an opportunity for meaningful conversation...  Read More

On Thursday, March 27th, the HPN Dance Fellowship came together for a vibrant evening celebrating faith through dance and community. The gathering offered a welcoming space where participants connected over snacks and fellowship before entering a time of shared worship expressed through embodied movement and praise.The evening’s schedule included a welcome circle and group connection, followed by ...  Read More

On March 22, 2025, the Prologue Writer's Group gathered for its monthly meeting!Who We ArePrologue is a community of writers (not screenwriters - please defer to KWA for that) who love God and want to use their writing gifts to reflect the heart of the Heavenly Father. This group is meant to be a family for creative writers, novelists, animation writers, poets, non-fiction writers and more! Come j...  Read More

On March 21, 2025, we welcomed those who minister in music to a quarterly Service of Song gathering! This event brought together worship leaders and musicians across the greater LA area, to encourage and build one another up in their holy callings to lead people into intimate fellowship with the Holy Spirit through praise and worship.The gathering began with a time of snacks and fellowship, provid...  Read More

January 2025 In-Person Gathering The March in-person meeting of the Inbetweeners took place on Tuesday, March 18th from 6:30pm–9:00pm at the First Presbyterian Church of Hollywood Library.The 5-Minute Show & Tell last month was such a hit last month that we're going to do it again! So bring your laptop or hard drive and share your project on our projector and let's get to work making art for the k...  Read More

Oscars Viewing Party Recap: A Night of Glamour, Community, and PurposeThis year’s Oscars Viewing Party at the historic Mears Center at First Presbyterian Church of Hollywood was a night to remember! Co-hosted by HPN and FPCH Entertainment Ministries, the celebration brought together creatives, friends, and families for an unforgettable evening of faith, film, and fun—just down the street from the ...  Read More

On the Thursday before the Oscars, members of the Hollywood Prayer Network gathered for a powerful evening of prayer and fellowship—right at the foot of the steps leading up to the iconic Dolby Theater.As crowds moved through Hollywood in anticipation of film’s biggest night, our vibrant community came together to lift up heartfelt prayers for the people, projects, and challenges surrounding the O...  Read More

The HPN Dance Fellowship gathered on February 22nd for a potluck and dance gathering!We had an incredible time at the recent Dance Fellowship Brunch—an uplifting gathering filled with good food, community, and powerful worship through movement.Everyone brought a favorite brunch dish to share, creating a colorful and nourishing spread that reminded us of God’s abundant provision. We opened the day ...  Read More

On February 22, 2025, the Prologue Writer's Group gathered for its monthly meeting!Who We ArePrologue is a community of writers (not screenwriters - please defer to KWA for that) who love God and want to use their writing gifts to reflect the heart of the Heavenly Father. This group is meant to be a family for creative writers, novelists, animation writers, poets, non-fiction writers and more! Com...  Read More

The Launch Event of the NEW HPN Professional Discipleship Program was an unforgettable evening that ignited professional, relational, and spiritual growth for all who attended.The event welcomed everyone—regardless of industry involvement—and offered valuable insight for anyone interested in taking their spiritual and professional journey to the next level. No commitment to the program was require...  Read More

February 2025 In-Person Gathering Our February in-person meeting of the Inbetweeners took place on Thursday, February 20th at the First Presbyterian Church of Hollywood Library.Bring your laptop or sketchbook and let's get to work making art for the kingdom during our ANIMATION WORKSHOPS. We'll also be doing a quick Show & Tell session at the start of the meeting so I highly recommend you take adv...  Read More

On February 3, 2025, Hollywood Prayer Network hosted one of their bi-monthly "1st Mondays" Virtual Prayer and worship nights. This was a powerful night of worship and one-on-one prayer!If you are an entertainment industry professional, we hope you can join us for a "1st Monday" later this year!WHO IS IT FOR? These virtual prayer nights are for those who are currently working in or pursuing a profe...  Read More

On February 1st, the Living Word Scripture Reading group enjoyed its first gathering of 2025 with a reading of the Book of Genesis.Ten attendees enjoyed a time of food and fellowship, then took turns reading through God's story from the very beginning, all the way through the story of Joseph.Our goal with these gatherings is for everyone to be nourished physically, relationally, and spiritually. A...  Read More

On January 28th, 2025, we hosted a collaboration between HPN and the Hollywood House of Prayer for a special night of prayer for the industry!Welcome to the home chapter of the Hollywood Prayer Network! We are creatives and intercessors of all walks of life, creative interests, and denominations that love God and believe in His Kingdom to come to Hollywood. Our heart is to live out the 3 part miss...  Read More

In 2025, the Prologue Writer's Group is meeting on the 4th Saturday of each month!Who We ArePrologue is a community of writers (not screenwriters - please defer to KWA for that) who love God and want to use their writing gifts to reflect the heart of the Heavenly Father. This group is meant to be a family for creative writers, novelists, animation writers, poets, non-fiction writers and more! Come...  Read More

Each month in 2025, Karen and Kelry host amazing creatives for the Monthly HPN Meetup.s The Thursday morning meetings are a wonderful time of sharing, encouraging one another, and praying together.We offer these monthly gatherings so that you can meet our directors, Karen Covell (the woman who started it all!) and Kelry Kirschenmann. Learn about our community groups, get insight into other Enterta...  Read More

The Hollywood Chapter of Kingdom Writer’s Association meets monthly on Saturdays in 2025!This group is exclusively for screenwriters who are looking for prayer and community and are actively working on screenplays for film and/or television. We meet in The Library on the campus of First Presbyterian Church Hollywood and offer food, fellowship, and encouragement and prayer for local screenwriters. ...  Read More

January 2025 In-Person Gathering Happy 2025! The first in-person meeting of the Inbetweeners took place on Tuesday, Jan. 21st from 6:30pm–9:00pm at the First Presbyterian Church of Hollywood Library. Our meeting format has changed--we will now be facilitating PASSION PROJECT WORKSHOPS. So bring your laptop or sketchbook and let's get to work making art for the kingdom!During our meetings we will n...  Read More

January 16, 2025 - In response to the devastation caused by the fires in Los Angeles, HPN held "United in Prayer: A Night of Prayer, Worship, Hope, and Healing."It was a dynamic and powerful night, gathering pastors, worship leaders, churches, and organizations from all over the city. The night featured:- Pastors and entertainment figures from all over LA, praying for the city- Worship Team from d...  Read More

Every single Friday, HPN hosts weekly one hour prayer calls on from 12:00pm – 1:00pm PST. HPN Members join us from all over the world to pray for the entertainment industry! This weekly meeting began in March of 2020, and we have met faithfully every Friday for the last 5 years! Join our faithful group of pray-ers who intercede for the people, projects, and issues surrounding the global arts, medi...  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