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Allen Not Out For Attention HOLLYWOOD, CA — He’s a small town boy with a big-time voice. Kris Allen, winner of the eighth season of American Idol, released his first post-Idol album on Nov. 17, 2009. Allen self-released his first album, Brand New Shoes, in 2007. While critics may not be big fans of his latest disc, fans can’t get enough of the 23-year-old’s music. Before trying out for American Idol, Allen was a worship leader at New Life Church in Arkansas and at Chi Alpha Campus Ministries. Allen had his priorities straight before he even appeared on Idol. Matt Carpenter, Chi Alpha director, told Everyday Christian, “Kris has always used his talent not to get glory for himself … even while he was in Hollywood he returned to campus to help with worship.” Hours after winning the singing competition, Allen returned to New Life Church to sing “God of This City.” The Jacksonville, Arkansas native hopes to continue making music in the future in whatever way God leads him. Because of his relationship with Jesus Christ, Allen isn’t concerned about how he stacks up with other entertainers. When asked by Idol judge Kara DioGuardi if he was the best singer out there, Allen said, “You know, there are probably people that are better than me.” On the show, the modest singer went on to say, “I love being the guy in the background.”
Actor Relishes New Role EBROCKPORT, NY — Actor Gavin MacLeod’s role in the recent movie The Secrets of Jonathan Perry calls for him to mentor three 12-year-old coming of age boys through various problems. The 78-year-old can recall a time when he needed help himself. In 1984, MacLeod’s mother was diagnosed with a tumour in the left side of her brain and needed surgery. In response to this, he prayed to Jesus Christ, saying “If you’ll give her more time, I’ll turn my life over to you,” he told Christian Cinema. Around the same time, MacLeod’s then ex-wife Patti (who had recently become a Christian) also began praying for the actor known for his role as Murray Slaughter in The Mary Tyler Moore Show (1970-77) and as lovable captain Merrill Stubing in the popular TV series The Love Boat (1977-87). After hearing about who Jesus is, through Patti, MacLeod made the decision to become a Christian. This decision in the mid-1980’s changed his life. “My castmates knew I was different. I was hearing with different ears and seeing with different eyes,” the Mount Kisco, New York native told FOXNews. In 1985, he and Patti remarried; MacLeod’s mother also lived for several more years. Whether the former Love Boat actor is working on new projects or spending time with his wife, he keeps God first. MacLeod told Christian Cinema, “I’m going to do whatever I can do for Jesus until my last breath.”
Reed Takes Responsibility REGINA, SK — Mistakes happen. Kavis Reed, special teams coordinator for the Saskatchewan Roughriders, knows that all too well. On Nov. 29, during the Grey Cup, the Riders were about to celebrate a victory after Montreal placekicker Damon Duval attempted a 43-yard field goal that went wide right. However, the Roughriders were penalized for having too many men on the field, so the play was wiped out. The Alouettes went on to make a 33-yard attempt, defeating Saskatchewan 28-27. With remorse, Kavis Reed told Riderville.com, “A mistake was made that cost us the Grey Cup championship … I made a mistake. I don’t blame the player.” Later, Riders head coach Ken Miller stated that four people were responsible for counting the players on the field: himself, Kavis Reed, a player on the line of scrimmage, and returner Jason Armstead. Today Reed is making important decisions and admissions; a few years ago he also made an important decision about God. The former Edmonton Eskimo accepted Jesus Christ into his life at age 13. It was his grandfather who first taught Reed about Jesus and what it means to follow Him. “Seeing his (grandfather’s) example and the life that he led, made me decide that that was the only true way to live and to establish happiness,” Reed told Living Light News. While the 36-year-old doesn’t deny he’s made past and present mistakes, he knows God is forgiving and has good things in mind for him. Reed told Living Light News, “God has a plan for us.” More newsbriefs are found in every issue of Living Light News. Subscribe today!
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