CHRISTMAS 2017

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There are many great Christmas specials scheduled for airing throughout the month of December. Just look at what is coming to WATC:

CHRISTMAS JOURNEY TO FREEDOMA Christmas story set in 1854 about an escape from slavery to the Underground Railroad and their Christmas journey to freedom. Starring inspirational recording artist Wintley Phipps.

ANNIE MOSES BAND CHRISTMASSing along with this award-winning group as they celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ in music.

HOMELESS FOR THE HOLIDAYSA smug executive enjoys the perfect life until he loses his job and realizes that his family could lose everything by Christmas.

THE TROY BURNS FAMILY CELEBRATES CHRISTMAS ON WATC

A Month of Special Programming on WATC

A 90-minute Christmas music special featuring The Troy Burns Family from Bryson, City, North Carolina, is scheduled to premiere on WATC on Wednesday, December 6 at 7:00 p.m. with encore broadcasts scheduled throughout the month. The group will feature musical selections from their latest releases titled Bringing Good News and Traditional Christmas Favorites.

Troy Burns is one of the founding members of The Inspirations and was a 2017 Southern Gospel Music Hall of Fame inductee. He and his wife, Tammy, have been singing as The Troy Burns Family for 12 years. Also featured in the group are Shane Mathis from Atlanta, Georgia who is a member of the worship team and leadership staff of Victory World Outreach; and 18-year old piano sensation Jacob Kluttz from Salisbury, North Carolina.

Enjoy such classics as “Joy to the World” and “Tennessee Christmas,” as well as new songs such as “When Christmas Comes Around,” “C-H-R-I-S-T Back in Christmas” and “Good News.”

For additional air times throughout the month of December, please visit www.watc.tv.

CHRISTMAS ORANGESA poignant story based on a classic holiday tale about a little girl named Rose who winds up in an orphanage.

CHRISTMAS FROM THE HEART WITH B.E. TAYLORA special of Christmas music, family traditions and a testimony of how as a child, God healed B.E. of a serious illness at Christmastime.

FIRST FAMILY CHRISTMASAn hour of music by a youth choir and special guests, along with a heartwarming message by Dr. Charles Stanley.

There is so much more in store throughout the month, so check out WATC’s website at www.watc.tv for specific air times of these and many of the other great specials.

The Artists Music Guild held its annual Heritage Awards ceremony on Saturday, November 11 in Monroe, North Carolina and WATC was recognized as the “Television Network of the Year.” WATC President Greg West attended the ceremony and accepted the award on the station’s behalf.

The Artists Music Guild works with local schools to provide an educational platform to promote the arts as well as celebrates the achievements of artists from all generations, linking legendary performers to mentor and encourage younger performers.

WATC has been associated with the Artists Music Guild and Executive Director David L. Cook for seven years. The 2017 Heritage Awards, hosted by award-winning recording artists Marilyn McCoo and Billy Davis, Jr., will be airing on WATC in 2018.

WATC RECEIVES AWARD FROM THE ARTISTS MUSIC GUILD

WATC President Greg West was in attendance to accept the 2017 Heritage Award for “Television Network of the Year.”

Available over the air in Atlanta on Channel 57.2; download the WATC TV app to watch both channels; or watch the video stream available at www.watc.tv.

Enjoy all of the special Christmas programmings on WATC TOO throughout the month of December. From animated favorites like Christmas Is and A VeggieTales Christmas and holiday episodes of Studio One, The Jack Benny Show, and Dragnet; to music specials with the Annie Moses Band and the Northern Lights Orchestra and movies like “Scrooge,” there is always something that the entire family can enjoy together. Check out some of the Christmas programming coming your way!

DECEMBER HIGHLIGHTS

Christmas With a Capital “C”Sunday, December 10 at 5:00 p.m.An attorney returns to his small home town in Alaska and rocks the boat by attacking Christmas. Daniel Baldwin, Ted McGinley and Nancy Stafford star.

Brooklyn TabernacleChoir SpecialSunday, December 24 at 12:00 p.m.The world renowned choir celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ in this one hour musical special.

Ozzie and Harriet ChristmasDecember 12-15 at 6:00 p.m.The Nelsons, Ozzie, Harriet, David and Ricky, celebrate Christmas in four half hour holiday specials.

Red Boots for ChristmasSaturday, December 16 at 10:00 a.m.An animated special about a lonely shoemaker in a German village who learns the true meaning of Christmas.

A Christmas Without SnowTuesday, December 12 at 8:00 p.m.Michael Learned (from The Waltons) and John Houseman star in this movie about a divorcee moving to start a new life and finding support through the choir she joins.

Christmas on Highway 101Saturday, December 16 at 6:30 p.m.Grand Ole Opry perfomers Highway 101 present this half hour special of holiday music.

Stellar Awards Holiday SpecialFriday, December 15 at 9:00 p.m.Christmas selections performed by such award-winning artists as CeCe Winans and Donnie McClurkin.

The Little Drummer BoySaturday, December 16 at 8:00 a.m.This classic Christmas special, originally airing on NBC in 1968, returns to WATC TOO for its annual presentation.

Gaither: Christmas in the CountrySaturday, December 16 at 10:00 p.m.An hour of Christmas favorites in a special produced in Birmingham, Alabama featuring many of your favorite “Homecoming” artists.

Radiant TV ChristmasWeekdays at 6:00 a.m.Enjoy the serene Christmas music and inspirational scriptures presented all month long on Radiant TV.

Red Skelton Christmas SpecialMonday, December 11 at 6:30 p.m.The heartwarming humor of one of America’s most beloved comedians of the 20th century.

The Beverly Hillbillies ChristmasFriday, December 22 at 8:00 p.m.Join Jed, Granny, Elly May and Jethro as they celebrate Christmas as only the Clampetts can.

THE 26TH ANNUAL DIAMOND AWARDS SCHEDULED TO AIR DECEMBER 28

Hosts Dr. Jerry and Jan Goff (pictured) return as hosts for the 26th Annual Diamond Awards which will be airing on Thursday, December 28 at 7:00 p.m. on WATC with an encore presentation on Saturday, December 30 at 8:00 p.m. on WATC TOO.

The event was held during the Creekside Gospel Music Convention in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee on October 31. The special will feature musical

performances by The Connells, The Dodrill Family, Eagle’s Wings, Heaven’s Mountain Band, The Hyssongs, Mark 209, Monica Matthews, The Pine Ridge Boys, The Sneed Family and The Williamsons. We would also like to thank the fans of SGN Scoops Magazine for voting for WATC to receive the Diamond Award for “Favorite Industry Website.” Thank you Rob Patz, Vonda Easley, and the readers of SGN Scoops for this honor!

Eddie Anders on Babbie’s HouseHost Babbie Mason says, “Eddie’s story reminds me that it’s time to be real about our struggles...and real about where we can find hope, help and healing, starting with the house of God.” Watch Eddie share his story and his music in a two-part Babbie’s House airing December 12 and 19 at 4:00 p.m. on WATC.

Apostle Skip Horton Now on FridaysAfter watching for many years on Saturday nights on WATC, you can now watch The Day Star Tabernacle International Lion of Judah: Skip Horton Ministries broadcast on Fridays at 9:00 p.m. Learn more about the ministry of Apostle Horton at www.sonstar.org.

The Inspirational Story of Jake Olson: USC’s Blind Football PlayerBlind since the age of 12, Jake Olson has not let that stop him from living his life. His inspirational story of playing in a college football game and how his faith helped him through some difficult times is featured on Right Now with Jennifer Schuchmann, airing on Thursday, December 14 at 11:30 p.m. on WATC.

Voices of Lee Scheduled for Atlanta LiveEnjoy the harmonies of the a cappella ensemble Voices of Lee from Lee University in Cleveland, Tennessee as they share on Atlanta Live on Thursday, December 14 at 7:00 p.m. with host Pastor Tracy Stone from Lawrenceville Church of God.

WATC held its annual Prayer Partner Appreciation Banquet to celebrate and honor all of the volunteers who serve in the prayer center on Monday, November 6 in the studio. WATC Operations Manager Michael Vallone was the emcee for the event, which also featured award presentations handed out by WATC Prayer Partner Coordinator Wanda Helms and Thursday night Atlanta Live producer Charlotte Courtney and a musical performance by award-winning musical legend Beverly “Guitar” Watkins and her band.

Special recognition was given to three prayer partner groups who had reached 15 years of service. Those groups were Mt. Calvary Baptist Church with group leader Angela Irvin, Concord Baptist Church with group leader Pastor Leroy Doe, and St. Paul AME Church with group leader Katherine Stegall.

“While I was unable to attend this year’s banquet due to recovering from an injury, I want to express my appreciation to each person who serves in the prayer center,” said WATC Vice President Pat Mathis. “We appreciate everyone who gives of their time to serve on the phones.”

If you our your church group would be interested in learning more about becoming involved in the prayer ministry at WATC, please contact Wanda Helms at (770) 300-9828.

HONORING OUR VOLUNTEERS:WATC’s Annual Prayer Partner Banquet

(From top) The annual banquet offers a time of food and fellowship with those who volunteer in the prayer center. Legendary blues performer Beverly “Guitar” Watkins and her band were featured as the musical guest sharing gospel music selections.

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KATIE SOUZA IS COMING TO WATCKatie Souza didn’t always walk in the presence and power of God. In fact, for many years she lived a violent and drug-addicted life. Katie started experimenting with drugs as a teenager – then when her media career took off, her drug use escalated. Katie worked as a model and actress, but drugs caused her to lose job after job, so she turned further to crime to support herself.

Katie’s life consisted of drugs, clandestine laboratories, stolen vehicles, high speed chases, gun shootouts, and many arrests. By the time she was arrested by the Federal Marshals in February of 1999, she was at the end of her rope. Charged with manufacturing, conspiracy, and gun possession, Katie was sentenced to twelve and a half years in a federal prison.

The pressures of her circumstances finally drove her home into the arms of God. Immediately upon her arrest, the Holy Spirit gave Katie a hunger for the Word. Within a short time, she started a Bible study within her facility. Then one night, God gave Katie a new release date. Six months later, His word came to pass and miraculously, seven years were taken off of her sentence!

While still in prison, Katie began writing her first book, The Captivity Series: The Key to Your Expected End, which is now read in prisons around the world. In late 2006, the Lord released a healing anointing upon Katie and her team. Since that time, countless people have received miracles through her conferences, and teaching resources. The Lord put a mandate on Katie to bring healing to His people through international media. Katie and her staff produced and debuted Healing Your Soul: Real Keys to the Miraculous, which is coming soon to WATC TV. She recently released her second book called Soul Decrees, which is a powerful little book that was written to help you live the abundant life God desires for you.

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PRAISING IN THE NEW YEAR ON WATC TOOMusic and Ministry on Magnify on New Year’s Eve

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Enjoy a night of uplifting music and testimonies from award-winning gospel recording artists on the Magnify marathon on WATC TOO on Sunday, December 31 starting at 6:00 p.m. and continuing into the new year.

Featured artists include Patrick Lundy and the Ministers of Music, Kim Che’re Hardy, Restine Jackson (pictured above left to right), The Greatest Gift, Sandra Onal, The Flint Cavaliers, Steve Dalton and the Leviticus Singers of Dalton, Jay Allen, Sonya McGuire and many more.

Be blessed by anointed inspirational music as you enter into 2018 on Magnify! Any time.

Any where.

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