About Jay Heilman

Based in Lakeland, FL, Jay Heilman has been an essential voice in Christian media since founding the website Christian Music Review (CMR) in 2004. This initial venture was followed by the launch of the Kingdom Builder podcast/video channel in 2009, further expanding the reach of CMR. In 2016, he rebranded CMR as Today's Christian Entertainment. He is not only TCE's founder, but also acts as the site's lead correspondent and co-host of Kingdom Builder. Outside of TCE and Kingdom Builder, Jay is married to Shannon E., and they manage a lively home with six children and an incredible array of pets. When he’s not hanging out with his wife and kiddos, sharing the message of Jesus or attending amazing concerts, Jay enjoys relaxing and playing the guitar—an instrument he has passionately pursued for nearly 30 years. Life Verse: Romans 8:28

Film News: Wonder Project to Premiere New Original Series I Gotta Ask, Hosted by Bestselling Author and Podcast Host Annie F. Downs, on May 28

Official Trailer Debuts for Six-Episode Unscripted Series Featuring Spiritually-Rich Conversations Los Angeles, CA and Austin, TX (May 14, 2026) — Wonder Project, an entertainment company, independent studio, and subscription service, today announced a new original series, I Gotta Ask, hosted by bestselling author and podcast host Annie F. Downs, and released the [...]

Music News: Vince Gill awarded 2026 Ken Burns American Heritage Prize

Presented by American Prairie in Celebration of the Indomitable American Spirit NEW YORK, NY— May 13, 2026 — Grammy Award® winner and Country Music Hall of Famer Vince Gill accepted the 2026 Ken Burns American Heritage Prize at an event held on May 6 at the American Museum of Natural History. Named in honor of [...]

Music News: Matthew West Tops Christian Radio Charts with “Good”; Marks 39th No. 1

West's fastest-rising single since 2013 adds to a decorated career for one of Christian music's most prolific hitmakers 17-Stop Jesus Is King Tour Is on Sale Now New book, “Don't Stop Praying: The God Who Hears Is Just a Breath Away,” Available Now NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Five-time GRAMMY nominee, NSAI's 2025 and 2022 [...]

Music News: TobyMac, Chris Tomlin, and Third Day Announce Co-Headline Fall Tour

Three Icons, One Stage: A Historic Night of Hits, Worship, and Rock NASHVILLE, Tenn. (May 12, 2026) Three of the most influential names in Christian Music are joining forces for one of the most anticipated tours of the decade. This fall, TOBYMAC, CHRIS TOMLIN, and THIRD DAY will hit the road together for a powerhouse [...]

Music News: Pillar Announces Beyond The Frontline Worldwide Premiere Event; Streaming Exclusively on Veeps May 13th

TULSA, OK — Dove Award-winning rock legends Pillar are inviting fans across the globe to experience their acclaimed documentary, Pillar: Beyond The Frontline, through an exclusive Worldwide Premiere streaming event. The documentary will debut on Wednesday, May 13, 2026, at 7:30 PM ET, streaming exclusively via Veeps (Link: https://veeps.events/pillar) Originally premiered during a [...]

Music News: New Energetic Worship From The Slower I Go

THE SLOWER I GO INVITES LISTENERS TO FIX THEIR FOCUS WITH NEW SINGLE “ALL EYES ON YOU” AN ENERGETIC WORSHIP DECLARATION CENTERED ON GRATITUDE, TRUST, AND UNWAVERING DEVOTION TO JESUS Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada – May 1, 2026 – The Slower I Go returns with their powerful new single, "All Eyes On [...]

Music News: Grammy® Award-winning artist DOE releases soul-stirring worship anthem “Know Your Name”

Nashville, Tenn. (May 1, 2026) Grammy Award-winning singer/songwriter, DOE, drops an energetic and powerful new worship anthem, “Know Your Name,” available now on all streaming platforms. Known for seamlessly bridging R&B, gospel, and contemporary Christian music, DOE delivers a deeply personal and generational declaration of faith with her latest single. Produced by Kyle Lee and written by DOE [...]

Music News: Beloved Artist Leanna Crawford Debuts New Single “Thank God” & Announces New Album Coming July 24th

Nashville, Tenn. (May 1, 2026) Provident Entertainment’s Leanna Crawford returns with highly anticipated new music today, unveiling her latest single, “Thank God,” available everywhere now. The track serves as the title track from her forthcoming sophomore album, Thank God, arriving July 24, 2026. Pre-save & Pre-order the new album HERE. Following the success of her critically acclaimed debut album Still Waters, which [...]

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