NEW YORK, NY — March 12, 2026 — Great American Media today announced the launch of The Golden Thread, a new genre of faith-driven storytelling centered on the ways everyday faith shapes the journey of life.
For generations, faith-based films have often focused on moments of hardship where belief suddenly appears during times of crisis. While those stories reflect an important part of human experience, The Golden Thread introduces a different kind of storytelling, where faith is a staple throughout the entire arc of life.
More than a programming label or seasonal collection, The Golden Thread represents a defining creative vision for Great American Media. These stories highlight how faith is present not only in life’s most difficult moments, but also in the small decisions, relationships, and acts of service that shape who we become.
Like a thread woven through fabric, faith connects moments of joy, challenge, hope, and renewal. The Golden Thread reflects the belief that faith is often experienced in ordinary moments, guiding purpose and strengthening community along the way.
“At Great American Media, we believe faith is not something that appears only in moments of crisis,” said Bill Abbott, President and CEO of Great American Media. “The Golden Thread reflects the reality that faith is part of the entire journey of life. It’s present in the joyful moments, the difficult seasons, and the everyday experiences in between. These stories will entertain while demonstrating that faith is the very fabric of our lives, and is woven throughout life’s journey, guiding decisions, relationships, and purpose along the way.”
The first film to premiere under The Golden Thread banner is Blessings in Disguise, starring Shae Robins (A Christmas Prayer, Destined at Christmas) and Casey Elliott (Destined at Christmas, Destined at Christmas Once More).
In Blessings in Disguise, Robins portrays a talented fashion designer who thoughtfully stitches a line of scripture into every garment she creates, believing the wearer may receive more than beautiful clothing. Elliott plays a gifted woodworker who hopes to use his craft in service to others. When their paths cross, both discover that small acts of faith can lead to unexpected blessings, renewed purpose, and meaningful connection.
Just as Christmas movies grew into a beloved genre of television storytelling, The Golden Thread introduces a new storytelling tradition centered on the everyday presence of faith. While the genre is being formally introduced today, the spirit of Golden Thread storytelling has already appeared in several Great American Media films, beginning with the 2022 original The Christmas…Present, starring and executive produced by Candace Cameron Bure. The film’s message, that faith quietly shapes the choices we make and the lives we touch, captured the essence of what Great American Media now defines as The Golden Thread storytelling.
Through The Golden Thread, Great American Media continues its commitment to meaningful entertainment that celebrates and honors faith, family, and country.
ABOUT GREAT AMERICAN MEDIA
Great American Media is the leader in faith and family entertainment, and one of the fastest-growing entertainment networks on television. Great American Media is home to a portfolio of entertainment brands that celebrate faith, family, and country, including Great American Family, the flagship linear network featuring original Christmas movies, rom-coms, and beloved series; Great American Pure Flix, the leading faith and family streaming service; Great American Faith & Living, the unscripted companion network; and GFam+, an app that lets viewers watch anytime, anywhere. Great America Media, established in June 2021 by Bill Abbott and a group of US-based family offices, is available via cable, streaming on Pure Flix and YouTube TV, and on the GFam+ app.
MEDIA CONTACTS:
Pam Slay
Head of Network Program Publicity & Talent Relations
818.415.3784
Great American Media Announces New Original Movie for Easter
Blessings in Disguise, Starring Shae Robins and Casey Elliott, Heartfelt Film Explores How Love, Craft, and Faith are Woven into Everyday Life
New York, NY – January 12, 2026 – Great American Media announced today the new Original Movie, Blessings in Disguise, starring Shae Robins and Casey Elliott, will premiere this Easter season on Great American Pure Flix, Great American Family, and GFAM+. The film is a moving and uplifting story about legacy, creativity, and the unseen threads of faith that bind generations together.
Set against the fast-paced world of high fashion and the enduring charm of small-town life, Blessings in Disguise follows Katie (Robins), a driven New York fashion designer with only three weeks to develop a collection that could launch her brand to national prominence. Under mounting pressure and searching for inspiration, Katie returns to her hometown where she chooses an unexpected venue to unveil her work – her late grandmother’s beloved seamstress shop, Charlotte’s Thread.
As Katie breathes new life into the quiet storefront, she uncovers the remarkable source behind her grandmother’s handmade designs: carefully selected Scriptures, lovingly stitched by hand and hidden inside every garment.
Along the way, Katie reconnects with Luke (Elliott), her first love and now a gifted furniture designer and woodworker whose designs are rooted in craftmanship, patience, and purpose. As their lives intertwine once more, the two discover that inspiration is not found in deadlines or demand – but in the timeless values of home, heritage, and hope.
“This film is a strong example of the kind of storytelling we prioritize at Great American Media,” said Kaitlyn Haubrich, Chief Brand Officer, Great American Media. “Blessings in Disguise is about faith lived out through family, community, and everyday grace—reminding us that even when life feels uncertain, there is meaning being woven into every moment.,” Haubrich concluded.
Blessings in Disguise continues Great American Media’s dedication to deliver programming that resonates with audiences seeking stories of faith, authenticity, and connection. The film premieres exclusively on Great American Pure Flix, Great American Family, and GFAM+ as part of the network’s growing slate of original programs.
ABOUT GREAT AMERICAN MEDIA
Great American Media is the leader in faith and family entertainment, and one of the fastest-growing entertainment networks on television. Great American Media is home to a portfolio of entertainment brands that celebrate faith, family, and country, including Great American Family, the flagship linear network featuring original Christmas movies, rom-coms, and beloved series; Great American Pure Flix, the leader in faith and family streaming; Great American Faith & Living, the unscripted companion network; and GFam+, an app that lets viewers watch anytime, anywhere. Great America Media, established in June 2021 by Bill Abbott and a group of US-based family offices, is available via cable, streaming on Great American Pure Flix and YouTube TV, and on the GFam+ app.
MEDIA CONTACTS:
Pam Slay
Head of Network Program Publicity & Talent Relations
818.415.3784
GREAT AMERICAN FAMILY ANNOUNCES ORIGINAL WORLD PREMIERE MOVIE,
A WREATHMAKER CHRISTMAS,
STARRING KRISTIN WOLLETT AND CASEY ELLIOTT
PART OF GREAT AMERICAN CHRISTMAS 2024
NEW YORK, NY – August 8, 2024 — Great American Family, a leader in the production of high-quality, Original Christmas movies, announced production has wrapped on A Wreathmaker Christmas, a World Premiere Original Movie, starring Kristin Wollett (“County Rescue”) and Casey Elliott (Destined At Christmas, Destined 2: Christmas Once More), which premieres during GREAT AMERICAN CHRISTMAS 2024. Kristin Wollett, co-star of the popular new series, “County Rescue,” is also the author of novel The Reel Thing which publishes Fall 2025.
In A Wreathmaker Christmas, Rebecca (Wollett), a wreathmaker rushing to get her holiday orders finished in time for Christmas, slips on icy steps, injuring her arm. Rebecca’s next-door neighbor, Jason (Elliott), takes her to the hospital and as days go by, Jason begins to sacrifice time at his family’s bakery to help Rebecca with her wreathmaking. This creates questions within his family that Rebecca may be taking advantage of Jason’s kindness and potentially at the expense of the bakery’s busiest time of year. When Rebecca overhears the conversation, she retreats and refuses Jason’s offers of help only to discover she misses his presence, his friendship…or is it something more?
PHOTO: Courtesy of Great American Media 2024
ABOUT GREAT AMERICAN FAMILY
As the flagship linear TV network of Great American Media, Great American Family is America’s premiere destination for quality family-friendly programming, featuring original Christmas movies, rom-coms and classic series that celebrate faith, family and country. Founded in 2021, Great American Family is home to year-round seasonal celebrations the whole family can enjoy together, including Great American Christmas, the network’s signature franchise featuring holiday themed movies and specials. Great American Family is available in 50 million households via cable and satellite providers; visit https://www.greatamericanfamily.com/channel-finder/ or text FAMILY to 877-999-1225 to find your local channel.
MEDIA CONTACTS:
Pam Slay
Network Program Publicity & Talent Relations
818.415.3784
