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

Music News: GOSPEL MUSIC ASSOCIATION ANNOUNCES NOMINEES FOR THE 56th ANNUAL GMA DOVE AWARDS

GOSPEL MUSIC ASSOCIATION ANNOUNCES NOMINEES FOR THE 56th ANNUAL GMA DOVE AWARDS Brandon Lake Leads Artist Nominations With Nine Diverse Class of First Time Nominees Showcases Future of Christian and Gospel Music The 56th Annual GMA Dove Awards Will Be Held October 7th, 2025, at Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena The Dove Awards Broadcast Will [...]

Film News: Karen Kingbury’s ‘The Christmas Ring’ Film Coming to Theaters November 6th

Kelsey Grammer and Benjamin Hollingsworth Join Jana Kramer in Upcoming Holiday Movie ‘Karen Kingsbury’s The Christmas Ring’ in Theaters Only November 6th LOS ANGELES, Calif. –  Kelsey Grammer and Benjamin Hollingsworth join Jana Kramer in the much-anticipated holiday movie, “Karen Kingsbury’s The Christmas Ring” which releases, in theaters only, starting Nov. 6. Grammer, an Emmy-winning actor, producer, and director [...]

Music News: Planetshakers Releases ‘Weight of Heaven’ Live Album

PLANETSHAKERS RELEASES WEIGHT OF HEAVEN LIVE ALBUM 14 Songs/Videos Birthed in Response to the Abundance of the Lord “We saw so many miracles, so many breakthroughs as people latched onto His Word.” – Pastor Sam Evans Planetshakers’ Abundance Tour 2025 Logs over 70,000 Tickets Sold Across Eight Events, Adding Multiple Dates in Cities As [...]

Music News: Wes Hampton Marks 20 Years with the Gaither Vocal Band

Wes Hampton Marks 20 Years with the Gaither Vocal Band NASHVILLE, TN — This summer, the Gaither Vocal Band proudly celebrates a major milestone as tenor Wes Hampton marks 20 years as a vital member of the beloved gospel group. Since joining the group in July 2005, Hampton has become an essential [...]

Music News: Singer-Songwriter Ellie Holcomb Releases New Song, “Hope’s Gonna Find You”

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Music News: The Gospel Music Hall of Fame Announces its 2025 Inductees and Special Award Recipients During Black Music Month with More than 100 Record-Breaking Inductions

The Gospel Music Hall of Fame Announces its 2025 Inductees and Special Award Recipients During Black Music Month with More than 100 Record-Breaking Inductions Inductees include Kirk Franklin, Yolanda Adams, The  Clark Sisters with Elbertina “Twinkie” Clark, Karen Clark Sheard, Dorinda Clark-Cole, Jacky Clark-Chisholm, Erica Campbell, Tina Campbell, Warryn Campbell, Dr. Jekalyn Carr, [...]

Music News: Tauren Wells to Host the 56th Annual GMA Dove Awards

Tauren Wells to Host the 56th Annual GMA Dove Awards 2025 Music City Fan Experience Packages On Sale Now For The October 7th Show At Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena Dove Awards Rewind: Favorite Moments from Christian Music’s Biggest Night, Hosted By DOE, Airing Friday, July 25th on TBN and TBN+ Nashville, TN (July 16, [...]

Music News: Kings Kaleidoscope Announces a New Hymns Project Set to Release on BEC Recordings

Kings Kaleidoscope Announces a New Hymns Project Set to Release on BEC Recordings The First Rearranged Hymn "Amazing Grace" Set to Release July 25th SEATTLE, WA. (JULY 16, 2025) Kings Kaleidoscope has announced a new hymns and worship project set to release on BEC Recordings, with the first song, "Amazing Grace," debuting [...]

Music News: Christian Rock Heavyweights Pillar Announce the October 12, 2025, Premiere of the Documentary, Pillar: Beyond the Frontline

Christian Rock Heavyweights Pillar Announce the October 12, 2025, Premiere of the Documentary, Pillar: Beyond the Frontline The Inspirational Documentary Directed by Kaden Wittig Features In-Depth Interviews with the Band Along With Electrifying Performances from Pillar’s 2024 Sold-Out Hometown Tulsa, OK Show  Fans Are Invited to Attend an Exclusive Red-Carpet Premiere and Concert [...]

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