Church People Film giveaway! #ChurchPeopleFilm #ChurchPeopleMIN #MomentumInfluencerNetwork

Hey y'all!! Today I get to share a really fun movie with an important message, too!  And one of you will win a digital code to view it from home, as well! We can all use a laugh after the year we've had, am I right?  CHURCH PEOPLE will keep you laughing! 

CHURCH PEOPLE

IN THEATERS SAT, MAR 13, SUN, MAR 14, MON, MAR 15

First, let me say that this movie has an awesome cast! NSYNC's Joey Fatone, Christian Comedian Thor Ramsey, Michael Monks, The Hallmark Channel's Erin Cahill, Donald Faison, Stephen Baldwin, plus Clancy McCartney, William Baldwin and Chynna Phillips. 

A heartfelt and laugh-out-loud faith-based comedy film, CHURCH PEOPLE is the story of real people with real struggles and their unique paths to discovering what faith in Jesus is all about. It all starts when “America's youth pastor,” Guy Sides, realizes he’s stuck in the megachurch marketing machine and wants to find his passion again.

But when Guy attempts to get back to the heart of ministry, he is thrust into the throes of dissuading his zany church leadership from performing a strange and potentially blasphemous stunt for the upcoming Easter service while navigating his own personal problems. CHURCH PEOPLE exposes the wacky heights some people will go in the evangelical subculture while revealing God’s out-of-this-world grace through a poignantly redemptive climax.   CHURCH PEOPLE is a powerful message about rediscovering your passion for Christ and learning to surrender what you hold dearest, all told in a redemptively humorous way.

Visit the official website by clicking here.

You can see this movie next weekend at local theaters.  Or your church can host a viewing by visiting this site to sign up!

Locally, it will be playing at these theaters:

AMC Sugarloaf Mills 18

5900 Sugarloaf Parkway, Lawrenceville, GA 30043-7857

AMC Avenue Forsyth 12

350 Peachtree Parkway, Cumming, GA 30041

AMC Barrett Commons 24

2600 Cobb Place Lane NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144

You can purchase your tickets here. 

View the movie trailer here...

You can also download a CHURCH PEOPLE Discussion Guide here. 

Endorsements: 

“CHURCH PEOPLE was a complete surprise for me. I had no expectations whatsoever, and I was totally shocked when I absolutely loved the movie. I was inspired. I laughed, and then I laughed some more.  Thor Ramsey was phenomenal and his performance brought light to the dark times many of us have been going through. I can't recommend this movie more. As a matter of fact, if you're going, buy me a ticket and I’ll go see it again with you. Chuck and I have always believed that Christian film needs to elevate it's game. That it needs to be great. It needs to be fruit that if you lay it at the altar, God would be pleased. I believe that CHURCH PEOPLE has accomplished this. No higher compliment could I give this movie than to say for 90 minutes I was able to get away from the world, and was the better for it. Christopher Shaw's directing work in CHURCH PEOPLE showed passion and love not only for the material but for the cause of Christ. As filmmakers, Chuck and I were inspired by it.”

- Cary Solomon & Chuck Konzelman (Writers & Directors of God’s Not Dead and Unplanned)

“I loved CHURCH PEOPLE! It made me laugh out loud but more importantly, it has a message that

leaves a true impact in your soul.. a perfect watch for this Easter season. If you are seeking something

fun to do with the whole family, make plans to see this movie!”

- Jenn Gotzon (Actress & Producer of “The Farmer and the Belle: Saving Santaland”)

Want to see CHURCH PEOPLE from the comfort of your home?  I can help! I get to draw one lucky winner ~ Simply enter via the Rafflecopter widget below! Thanks for stopping by, and good luck! 

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Disclosure: Many thanks to Collide Distribution for providing this product/product information for review. Opinions are 100% my own and NOT influenced by monetary compensation. I did receive a sample of the product in exchange for this review and post.

Easter PEEPS & COMPANY® Giveaway! #PEEPSEASTER

With Easter just a hop away, PEEPS & COMPANY® would love to help you fill your baskets with more than just eggs! Whether you’re searching for the perfect bunch of jelly beans, or chocolate covered chicks, they’ve got you covered.

Here are some of their Easter offerings:

• 5-inch PEEPS® Plush
• PEEPS® earbuds
• PEEPS® luggage tag
• PEEPS® Orange Delight Flavored Marshmallow Dipped in Orange Fudge
• PEEPS® Lime Delight Flavored Marshmallow Dipped in Lime Fudge
• PEEPS® Marshmallow Chicks
• PEEPS® Marshmallow Bunnies
• PEEPS® Sugar Free Marshmallow Chicks
• PEEPS® Decorated Eggs
• PEEPS® Party Cake Flavored Marshmallow Chicks
• PEEPS® Sour Watermelon Flavored Marshmallow Chicks
• PEEPS® Chocolate Dipped Mousse Flavored Marshmallow Chicks
• PEEPS® Chocolate Mousse Flavored Marshmallow Bunnies
• PEEPS® PEEPSTERS®
• PEEPS® Chocolate Covered Marshmallow Chicks
• PEEPS® Rainbow Pop
• MIKE AND IKE® Easter Treats
• MIKE AND IKE® Jellybeans
• HOT TAMALES® Jellybeans

Update from my sponsor on 3/17  ***Unfortunately at this time the PEEPS® PEEPSTERS®, PEEPS®  Lime Delight Flavored Marshmallow, PEEPS® Chocolate Mousse Flavored Marshmallow Bunnies, and PEEPS®  Sugar Free Marshmallow Chicks are unavailable.  ***  

I adore these PEEPS® products!  The bright colors are just perfect for Easter baskets.  The flavored PEEPS® are fun and unique for Easter treats.   I had so much fun making up a few baskets, then cooking up some colorful, delicious Easter treats for my family to try.

We absolutely loved the Orange Delight Peeps - they are dipped in orange fudge - yum!  David & Katie both liked the sour watermelon flavor PEEPS®.  Dad loves the Hot Tamales, and I really like the Easter Treats from Mike And Ike.  These will be fun to stick in baskets for Easter morning! Who wouldn't love finding these PEEPS® and Company treats in their Easter basket?

Some of the treats I made that are pictured in the collage above: I dipped the bottom of some PEEPS® in white chocolate or bittersweet chocolate and added Spring sprinkles from Wilton.  Some were put on cake pop sticks and displayed in a mason jar that had a big tulle bow tied on it.  Others were placed on graham crackers that had been dipped in chocolate. On some of those I added coconut flakes dyed with green food coloring.  Others had sprinkles. Pop them in the fridge til they harden up a bit before serving.  These are a great substitute for s'mores!

I also crushed some graham crackers. Next, I dipped a few of the bunnies and chicks in white or bittersweet chocolate, then rolled them in the cracker crumbs.  Another tasty alternative to making s'mores!

The jellybeans and hot tamales are perfect for filling vases, or jars.  Then add some PEEPS® on sticks for a cute display, or let a chick roost on top, like I did. You can display the rainbow pop and the chocolate dipped PEEPS® as is - they are so cute! The possibilities are endless, so get creative and decorate for Spring!

Right now you can get a 20% discount code that you can use towards your next purchase, too!  Use code EASTERTREATS (Code expires on April 15 - no minimum purchase required)

I am excited to give away a selection of PEEPS® candies to one of you lucky PEEPS! (See what I did there?!)  No plush or non-food merchandise will be included in this prize pack - just an assortment of their yummy candy! 

Enter via the Rafflecopter widget below - Good luck!

IKEA's Annual Swedish Easter Buffet - tickets available now! #AllYouCanEatATL

IKEA Celebrates Spring with Annual Swedish Easter Buffet

Tickets to Easter Smörgåsbord Available for $16.99 Adults / $4.99 Kids 12 & Under; Discounted Prices for IKEA FAMILY* Members

CONSHOHOCKEN, Pa. (February 22, 2016) – IKEA welcomes everyone to celebrate the dawn of spring with Påskbord, a Swedish smörgåsbord buffet celebrating the Easter holiday. Join IKEA for an all-you-can-eat buffet at stores** across the country on Friday, March 18, 2016.  Guests can enjoy a traditional meal of classic Swedish food offerings, such as Swedish meatballs with mashed potatoes, smoked salmon, Swedish ham, and much more at their nearest IKEA Restaurant**. Tickets to the buffet for IKEA FAMILY members cost $12.99 per person or $2.99 for kids 12 and under; for non-IKEA FAMILY members, the cost is $16.99 per person or $4.99 for kids 12 and under.

“Food is a staple for celebrating with family and friends,” said Patricia Meumann, IKEA Food Manager. “In Sweden, Påskbord is a food tradition that brings people together to celebrate spring and the Easter holiday. We look forward to sharing this tradition and our Swedish heritage with our customers.”

The IKEA Påskbord menu*** includes:

First Course
Assorted herring
Gravad lax with mustard sauce
Marinated salmon with mustard sauce
Smoked salmon with horseradish sauce
Poached salmon

Second Course
Assorted Swedish cheeses
Tossed salad
Cucumber salad
Crispbread, crisp rolls, soft bread and thin bread

Third Course
Swedish meatballs and mashed potatoes
Jansson’s temptation
Swedish ham
Prinskorv

Desserts & Beverages
Assorted Swedish desserts and cookies
Fountain beverages and hot beverages

Seating is limited, so those who are interested are encouraged to purchase tickets early at their local IKEA store. To locate and contact the nearest IKEA store for more details – including local seating times – visit the “Store Locator” page on www.IKEA-USA.com.

For those who are not able to make it to the event, they can still bring Swedish Easter traditions home! Visit the Swedish Food Market in IKEA U.S. stores to purchase select items from the Påskbord menu, including KÖTTBULLAR Swedish meatballs, or to explore, find and try ingredients for other Swedish recipes, such as  salmon and avocado salad.

SALMON & AVOCADO SALAD

Ingredients & Supplies
500g LAX FILÉ salmon fillet
2 avocados
Approx. 5.25 oz. haricots verts
Mixed green salad
1 lime
Olive oil
Salt
Black pepper
Paprika
Chili powder

Directions
Bring 1 quart of lightly salted water to boil. Boil the haricots verts for 2 min., then keep under running water until cool.
Heat a frying pan or grill pan.
Season the defrosted salmon fillets with salt, black pepper, paprika and chili.
Grill each side of the salmon fillets for approx. 1 minute, high heat. Leave to cool.
Turn the beans with the green salad in a bowl and add olive oil, salt and black pepper. Squeeze half a lime in the bowl.
Distribute the contents of the bowl on 4 plates and add pieces of the equivalent of half an avocado to each plate.
Cut salmon fillets into smaller pieces and distribute on the salad on each plate and serve. Add an optional sauce, for example SÅS PEPPARROT horseradish sauce.

*IKEA FAMILY is a benefits program that offers membership perks including special product discounts, sneak previews, free coffee and tea in the IKEA Restaurant, and more.  Consumers can sign up for the free program online or in-store.
**Not available at the IKEA Carson store.
***Menu is subject to change due to product availability.

About IKEA
Since its 1943 founding in Sweden, IKEA has offered home furnishings of good design and function at low prices so the majority of people can afford them. here are currently more than 360 IKEA stores in 47 countries, including 40 in the U.S. IKEA incorporates sustainability into day-to-day business and supports initiatives that benefit children and the environment. For more information see IKEA-USA.com, @IKEAUSANews, @IKEAUSA or IKEAUSA on Facebook, YouTube, Instagram and Pinterest.

Giveaway: The Legend of The Easter Robin ~ children's book

I have the sweetest Easter book to share with y'all today! It is perfect for reading with your little ones, and I think it will make a precious new Easter tradition.  Filled with lovely full color illustrations, I hope you will love it as much as I do.

About this book:

In the center of the nest lay one perfect egg, the color of a spring sky. The father robin sat on a branch nearby, guarding his family. Tressa spotted raccoon tracks below and a blue jay eyeing the nest. “Gran, how are we going to keep the egg safe?” “We’ll have to leave that one to the Creator,” Gran said. Robins have built a nest on the window ledge at Grandmother’s house! Tressa is thrilled―and concerned. What will happen to the sky-blue egg laid by the mother robin? As more eggs appear, Tressa witnesses the daily drama of the robins’ nest and learns how God cares for all creatures. Besides watching the birds, there are Easter eggs to color. And there is a very special story to hear―a tale of long ago about one small bird with a very big heart. How did the robin get its red breast? Tressa is about to find out as Gran tells her the story of the Easter robin. Brought to life with colorful, tender illustrations, The Legend of the Easter Robin will captivate and teach your child about compassion and faith.

Age Range: 4-8 years
Hardcover; 32 pages
Publish Date: January 26, 2016

Check out the official book trailer here!


I have a copy of this beautiful children's book to give away to one of you! There are several easy entries in my rafflecopter widget to make it easy and fast for you to enter.  Good luck!  (Make sure to complete the mandatory entry - otherwise none of your other entries will count, and I'll have to pick another winner!)  PS: The date in the image at the top of this post is incorrect, contest actually ends 3/3/16!

Delicious Brunch Recipe - Sausage Cornbread Bake

Wanted to share the yummy, delicious breakfast casserole we had for our Easter breakfast! It's from the side of my bag of Martha White Buttermilk Cornmeal Mix.

Sausage Cornbread Bake

1 lb sausage - I used Jones Turkey sausage links
1 large onion, chopped (skipped this - we don't like onions!)
2 large eggs
1 1/2 c Martha White Buttermilk Self Rising Cornmeal mix
1 14.75 oz can cream style corn
1/4 c vegetable oil
2 c shredded cheese (used 2% milk cheddar)

Heat oven to 425.  Spray 2 qt baking dish with pam or similar spray.  Brown sausage & onion in medium skillet until thoroughly cooked.  Drain.  Beat eggs in bowl, stir in cornmeal mix, corn, milk, and oil until blended.  Pour half of this mixure into prepared pan.  Sprinkle with sausage mixture, then cheese.  Top with remaining batter.  Bake 30 - 40 minutes.  Cool 10 minutes before cutting/serving.  Makes 6 - 8 servings.  
Delicious with syrup!!

How to make an Easter Wreath for under $10

Good morning y'all!  Are you seeing signs of Spring outside yet?  Here in Georgia, it's cold and windy again with rain coming back tomorrow, then 70 degree temps this weekend!! Crazy weather this year, but time marches on, so I'm decorating for Spring & Easter!

A few weeks ago, I was at Michaels and saw the most darling wreath.  It was covered in yellow feathers then dotted with Easter eggs and really, really cute.   The frugal decorator in me knew I could make it for less than the $30 price tag Michaels wanted...so I went on a scavenger hunt.  It took two trips to do it cheaply!
I bought 3 Craft Boas (they are next to the costume boas, wrapped on cards and cost $1.99 each), 3 picks of small glitter Easter eggs (99 cents each).  I went twice so I could use 2 of the 40% off coupons on 2 of the boas.

At home I found a wreath form (styrofoam) I bought at Dollar Tree a while back, and I cut a length of sheer pink ribbon.  I wrapped the boas (2 hot pink, 1 light pink) around and around the wreath.  I glued the ends down.  Then I cut the eggs so that each had about 1 1/2" of pick left to stick in the wreath.  Once it was done, I tied the ribbon around the top of the wreath and hung it on my wreath hanger.  Voila!!! Instant Easter decor and it's all the things I love about Easter decorating: bright, glittery and FUN!  Even better, it was very inexpensive - even with tax, I believe it was about $9 for everything! I absolutely love it.  I think it looks adorable with my teal front door!

What's hanging on your door this Spring?  Share a link ~ I want to see!!