Faith-based Christmas movies, Christian holiday films, and Karen Kingsbury’s inspirational storytelling take center stage as actress and singer Jana Kramer joins host Michael Foust to discuss The Christmas Ring — a heartfelt new film about hope, loss, and rediscovering love. Jana opens up about what drew her to this project, how her own journey through divorce and healing shaped her performance, and why faith-filled stories resonate so deeply during the holiday season.

From navigating grief onscreen to embracing new beginnings in real life, Jana shares candid reflections on motherhood, church community, and the quiet strength God provides in life’s hardest moments. This warm, emotional conversation blends Christmas comfort with real-life faith transformation.

Highlights

• Why Jana said “yes” to The Christmas Ring—and how Karen Kingsbury’s writing elevates the classic Christmas-movie formula.

• The balance of faith elements in storytelling without overwhelming the audience.

• Jana’s reflections on portraying grief, letting go, and learning to open her heart again.

• Behind-the-scenes insights on working with Kelsey Grammer and other veteran actors.

• How faith, divorce, and motherhood drew Jana deeper into church community and spiritual growth.

• Jana’s shift from touring musician to storyteller, and how acting remains her core passion.

• The message she hopes viewers take into the Christmas season: there is always hope, even in the heaviest seasons.

Resources & Mentioned Links

• 🎬 The Christmas Ring – In theaters November 6

• 🎙️ Jana Kramer Instagram

• 🙏 Cross Point Church community

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