The Hallmark Channel is giving dedicated When Calls the Heart fans (#Hearties) a festive treat with the Saturday, December 26, 2015 two-hour special event, "When Calls the Heart: New Year's Wish."
Saturday, December 12, 2015
Monday, September 28, 2015
#Hearties - When Calls the Heart Starts Production on Season Three
Hallmark Channel Announces Fan Favorite and Network's Most Social Original Series of All-Time, When Calls the Heart, Starts Production on Season Three
Lori Loughlin, Erin Krakow, Daniel Lissing, Jack Wagner and Kristina Wagner Return to Star
Two-Hour Holiday Special to Premiere in December 2015
September 28, 2015 - Production commences today in Vancouver on the third season of Hallmark Channel's sweeping frontier drama, When Calls the Heart, which returns for a special two-hour television event this December. Following the December special, season three will premiere in February 2016.
"With universal themes of faith, hope and community, When Calls the Heart captured the hearts of millions to become our most social series of all time," said Michelle Vicary, Executive Vice President, Programming, Hallmark Channel and Hallmark Movies & Mysteries. "We are delighted that our viewers are as devoted to the show as we are, and can't wait to show them what's in store for Hope Valley next."
The enchanting romance, adventure and drama stars Lori Loughlin (Fuller House, 90210), Erin Krakow (Army Wives), Daniel Lissing (Last Resort), Jack Wagner (The Bold and the Beautiful) and Kristina Wagner (General Hospital). When Calls the Heart, which galvanized millions of fans and became a social phenomenon among the #Hearties, is based on the bestselling series of books by Janette Oke.
Hallmark Channel's Original Primetime Series When Calls the Heart is a Believe Pictures and Brad Krevoy Television production. Brad Krevoy, Tony Blake, Robin Bernheim, Brian Bird, Michael Landon, Jr., and Michael Shepard are executive producers. Eric Jarboe and Neill Fearnley are co-executive producers. Based on the novel by Janette Oke.
Lori Loughlin, Erin Krakow, Daniel Lissing, Jack Wagner and Kristina Wagner Return to Star
Two-Hour Holiday Special to Premiere in December 2015
September 28, 2015 - Production commences today in Vancouver on the third season of Hallmark Channel's sweeping frontier drama, When Calls the Heart, which returns for a special two-hour television event this December. Following the December special, season three will premiere in February 2016.
"With universal themes of faith, hope and community, When Calls the Heart captured the hearts of millions to become our most social series of all time," said Michelle Vicary, Executive Vice President, Programming, Hallmark Channel and Hallmark Movies & Mysteries. "We are delighted that our viewers are as devoted to the show as we are, and can't wait to show them what's in store for Hope Valley next."
The enchanting romance, adventure and drama stars Lori Loughlin (Fuller House, 90210), Erin Krakow (Army Wives), Daniel Lissing (Last Resort), Jack Wagner (The Bold and the Beautiful) and Kristina Wagner (General Hospital). When Calls the Heart, which galvanized millions of fans and became a social phenomenon among the #Hearties, is based on the bestselling series of books by Janette Oke.
Hallmark Channel's Original Primetime Series When Calls the Heart is a Believe Pictures and Brad Krevoy Television production. Brad Krevoy, Tony Blake, Robin Bernheim, Brian Bird, Michael Landon, Jr., and Michael Shepard are executive producers. Eric Jarboe and Neill Fearnley are co-executive producers. Based on the novel by Janette Oke.
Tuesday, July 28, 2015
Season Three Announcement! :) #Hearties
A Special Announcement from the Stars of When Calls the Heart
Hallmark’s breakout drama When Calls the Heart is sticking around for at least one more season.
The hit series has officially been picked up for a third season, which will kick off in February 2016. The series third season will be comprised of ten new episodes, with a special two-hour sneak peek (comprised of episode one and two) set to roll out during the 2015 holiday season.
Hallmark’s breakout drama When Calls the Heart is sticking around for at least one more season.
The hit series has officially been picked up for a third season, which will kick off in February 2016. The series third season will be comprised of ten new episodes, with a special two-hour sneak peek (comprised of episode one and two) set to roll out during the 2015 holiday season.
Saturday, June 13, 2015
Season 2 Finale Tonight - Live Tweeting
The cast, executive producer Brian Bird, the Hallmark Channel, (and others) live tweet twice on Saturday evenings during new episodes. The first session is during the East Coast premiere of the newest episode at 8 pm EDT. The second session is during the West Coast premiere of the newest episode at 8 pm PDT, 11 pm EDT.
Watch the episode and tweet about it at the same time using the hashtag #Hearties! It's fun, a great way to get to know the people behind When Calls the Heart, and meet other fans (a.k.a. Hearties).
Watch the episode and tweet about it at the same time using the hashtag #Hearties! It's fun, a great way to get to know the people behind When Calls the Heart, and meet other fans (a.k.a. Hearties).
Monday, June 8, 2015
Saturday, June 6, 2015
New Episode Tonight - Live Tweeting
The cast, executive producer Brian Bird, the Hallmark Channel, (and others) live tweet twice on Saturday evenings during new episodes. The first session is during the East Coast premiere of the newest episode at 8 pm EDT. The second session is during the West Coast premiere of the newest episode at 8 pm PDT, 11 pm EDT.
Watch the episode and tweet about it at the same time using the hashtag #Hearties! It's fun, a great way to get to know the people behind When Calls the Heart, and meet other fans (a.k.a. Hearties).
Watch the episode and tweet about it at the same time using the hashtag #Hearties! It's fun, a great way to get to know the people behind When Calls the Heart, and meet other fans (a.k.a. Hearties).
Monday, June 1, 2015
With All My Heart - Episode #2007 – Saturday, June 13, 2015
Spoiler Alert - Do Not Read If You Prefer to be Surprised
In With All My Heart, a special two-hour season finale episode finds the residents of Hope Valley still searching for answers to the most pressing questions of the heart. Elizabeth (Erin Krakow) and Jack (Daniel Lissing) are at odds after returning from Hamilton, but when Jack’s dog Rip gets lost in the middle of a violent storm, they set out to find him before taking shelter in an old mine tunnel. Trapped together, Elizabeth and Jack narrowly escape danger, prompting them to get to the heart of the matter that has been keeping them apart. Meanwhile, Gowen (Martin Cummins) is threatening to shut down the cafĂ© if Abigail (Lori Loughlin) doesn’t finish a long list of demanding repairs. Abigail is grateful when the charming Pastor Frank (Mark Humphrey) offers to help—but a confession about his past could make Abigail second-guess their new connection.
Then, after Jack arrests a third counterfeiter in town, Bill (Jack Wagner) returns to Hope Valley under the guise of working the investigation, while seemingly falling deeper into corruption. Tipped off to her husband’s whereabouts, Nora (Kristina Wagner) shows up in hopes of mending their marriage—and keeping Abigail away—but Nora’s history with her surprising informant complicates her feelings. As Bill evades Nora’s attempts to reconcile, he faces an even bigger problem. Then, just as Jack captures a special memory for Elizabeth and her schoolchildren, he plans to make a bold new proposal for their future.
In With All My Heart, a special two-hour season finale episode finds the residents of Hope Valley still searching for answers to the most pressing questions of the heart. Elizabeth (Erin Krakow) and Jack (Daniel Lissing) are at odds after returning from Hamilton, but when Jack’s dog Rip gets lost in the middle of a violent storm, they set out to find him before taking shelter in an old mine tunnel. Trapped together, Elizabeth and Jack narrowly escape danger, prompting them to get to the heart of the matter that has been keeping them apart. Meanwhile, Gowen (Martin Cummins) is threatening to shut down the cafĂ© if Abigail (Lori Loughlin) doesn’t finish a long list of demanding repairs. Abigail is grateful when the charming Pastor Frank (Mark Humphrey) offers to help—but a confession about his past could make Abigail second-guess their new connection.
Then, after Jack arrests a third counterfeiter in town, Bill (Jack Wagner) returns to Hope Valley under the guise of working the investigation, while seemingly falling deeper into corruption. Tipped off to her husband’s whereabouts, Nora (Kristina Wagner) shows up in hopes of mending their marriage—and keeping Abigail away—but Nora’s history with her surprising informant complicates her feelings. As Bill evades Nora’s attempts to reconcile, he faces an even bigger problem. Then, just as Jack captures a special memory for Elizabeth and her schoolchildren, he plans to make a bold new proposal for their future.
Sunday, May 31, 2015
Saturday, May 30, 2015
New Episode Tonight - Live Tweeting
The cast, executive producer Brian Bird, the Hallmark Channel, (and others) live tweet twice on Saturday evenings during new episodes. The first session is during the East Coast premiere of the newest episode at 8 pm EDT. The second session is during the West Coast premiere of the newest episode at 8 pm PDT, 11 pm EDT.
Watch the episode and tweet about it at the same time using the hashtag #Hearties! It's fun, a great way to get to know the people behind When Calls the Heart, and meet other fans (a.k.a. Hearties).
Watch the episode and tweet about it at the same time using the hashtag #Hearties! It's fun, a great way to get to know the people behind When Calls the Heart, and meet other fans (a.k.a. Hearties).
Monday, May 25, 2015
Coming Together, Coming Apart - Episode #2006 – Saturday, June 6, 2015
Spoiler Alert - Do Not Read If You Prefer to be Surprised
In Coming Together, Coming Apart, Elizabeth (Erin Krakow) and Jack (Daniel Lissing), still upset after their fight, separately set out to help their younger siblings move toward a better future—apart from each other. But when Tom (Max Lloyd-Jones) and Julie (Charlotte Hegele) stubbornly run off together, Elizabeth puts her argument with Jack aside to enlist his help to find them before they make an even bigger mistake. In Hope Valley, Gowen (Martin Cummins) is still reeling from his loss in the poker game, and begins pressuring Abigail (Lori Loughlin) to sell the cafĂ© to a new investor. When a tough Abigail refuses to let go, Gowen can’t contain his anger as he conspires with Dottie (Erica Carroll) to threaten Abigail into understanding the consequences. Then, a concerned Abigail looks to Pastor Frank (Mark Humphrey) for guidance and finds the spark of something new with him, even as his past remains a mystery. At the same time, a charming Lee (Kavan Smith) hopes to move his flirtation with Rosemary (Pascale Hutton) into something more, but the dramatic actress’s independent streak proves she isn’t ready to settle down, making Lee reconsider his approach. And in Hamilton, Jack realizes Tom’s troubling behavior has roots in their past as he helps his brother say an emotional farewell. Then, a calculated offer from William (Garwin Sanford) makes Jack realize Elizabeth’s family might never accept him for who he is, and Jack and Elizabeth’s different worlds suddenly seem farther apart than ever before.
In Coming Together, Coming Apart, Elizabeth (Erin Krakow) and Jack (Daniel Lissing), still upset after their fight, separately set out to help their younger siblings move toward a better future—apart from each other. But when Tom (Max Lloyd-Jones) and Julie (Charlotte Hegele) stubbornly run off together, Elizabeth puts her argument with Jack aside to enlist his help to find them before they make an even bigger mistake. In Hope Valley, Gowen (Martin Cummins) is still reeling from his loss in the poker game, and begins pressuring Abigail (Lori Loughlin) to sell the cafĂ© to a new investor. When a tough Abigail refuses to let go, Gowen can’t contain his anger as he conspires with Dottie (Erica Carroll) to threaten Abigail into understanding the consequences. Then, a concerned Abigail looks to Pastor Frank (Mark Humphrey) for guidance and finds the spark of something new with him, even as his past remains a mystery. At the same time, a charming Lee (Kavan Smith) hopes to move his flirtation with Rosemary (Pascale Hutton) into something more, but the dramatic actress’s independent streak proves she isn’t ready to settle down, making Lee reconsider his approach. And in Hamilton, Jack realizes Tom’s troubling behavior has roots in their past as he helps his brother say an emotional farewell. Then, a calculated offer from William (Garwin Sanford) makes Jack realize Elizabeth’s family might never accept him for who he is, and Jack and Elizabeth’s different worlds suddenly seem farther apart than ever before.
WCTH Plot Synopses of Future Episodes in Season Two
Spoiler Alert - Do Not Read If You Prefer to be Surprised
Heart and Home - S2, Ep7 - May 30, 2015
The school term gets off to a cold start. Elizabeth gets called back to Hamilton to deal with a family emergency. Jack gets involved. Rosemary gives the school children some acting encouragement. Abigail moves forward with her life, and the café, apart from Bill. Elizabeth's family continues to question Jack's involvement in Elizabeth's life. Gowen's position of power in the town increases even more.
Coming Together, Coming Apart - S2, Ep8 - June 6, 2015
Jack and Elizabeth don't see eye to eye on everything in Hamilton. They discover that their relationship is not as straightforward as they originally thought. Elizabeth's family puts a strain on Jack, and it takes all of Jack's skills as a constable to resolve the conflict. Bill sorts out a relationship from his past, so that he can move forward with the future. Gowen's grasp on the town is threatened by a powerful member of the town. It all comes down to the luck of the draw.
Follow Your Heart - S2, Ep9 - June 13, 2015
Abigail develops a friendship with the new Pastor of the town. Elizabeth and Jack are forced to re-examine the future of their relationship under extreme circumstances. Rosemary questions her true feelings about one of the town members. Gowen gets backed into a corner by his local rival.
With All My Heart - S2, Ep10 - June 20, 2015
Elizabeth and Jack discover that true love is more than just societal positions and external influences. After a harrowing ordeal Jack and Elizabeth are brought closer together. Rosemary realizes when you find a good man you don't let him get away. Gowen and his rival sharpen their knives and prepare for a battle for power over the town. Bill's shady dealings catch up with him, putting his freedom and reputation at stake. Elizabeth has to make a choice between a life on the frontier or a life of luxury in Hamilton.
Heart and Home - S2, Ep7 - May 30, 2015
The school term gets off to a cold start. Elizabeth gets called back to Hamilton to deal with a family emergency. Jack gets involved. Rosemary gives the school children some acting encouragement. Abigail moves forward with her life, and the café, apart from Bill. Elizabeth's family continues to question Jack's involvement in Elizabeth's life. Gowen's position of power in the town increases even more.
Coming Together, Coming Apart - S2, Ep8 - June 6, 2015
Jack and Elizabeth don't see eye to eye on everything in Hamilton. They discover that their relationship is not as straightforward as they originally thought. Elizabeth's family puts a strain on Jack, and it takes all of Jack's skills as a constable to resolve the conflict. Bill sorts out a relationship from his past, so that he can move forward with the future. Gowen's grasp on the town is threatened by a powerful member of the town. It all comes down to the luck of the draw.
Follow Your Heart - S2, Ep9 - June 13, 2015
Abigail develops a friendship with the new Pastor of the town. Elizabeth and Jack are forced to re-examine the future of their relationship under extreme circumstances. Rosemary questions her true feelings about one of the town members. Gowen gets backed into a corner by his local rival.
With All My Heart - S2, Ep10 - June 20, 2015
Elizabeth and Jack discover that true love is more than just societal positions and external influences. After a harrowing ordeal Jack and Elizabeth are brought closer together. Rosemary realizes when you find a good man you don't let him get away. Gowen and his rival sharpen their knives and prepare for a battle for power over the town. Bill's shady dealings catch up with him, putting his freedom and reputation at stake. Elizabeth has to make a choice between a life on the frontier or a life of luxury in Hamilton.
Sunday, May 24, 2015
Saturday, May 23, 2015
New Episode Tonight - Live Tweeting
The cast, executive producer Brian Bird, the Hallmark Channel, (and others) live tweet twice on Saturday evenings during new episodes. The first session is during the East Coast premiere of the newest episode at 8 pm EDT. The second session is during the West Coast premiere of the newest episode at 8 pm PDT, 11 pm EDT.
Watch the episode and tweet about it at the same time using the hashtag #Hearties! It's fun, a great way to get to know the people behind When Calls the Heart, and meet other fans (a.k.a. Hearties).
Watch the episode and tweet about it at the same time using the hashtag #Hearties! It's fun, a great way to get to know the people behind When Calls the Heart, and meet other fans (a.k.a. Hearties).
Monday, May 18, 2015
Heart and Home - Episode #2005 – Saturday, May 30, 2015
Spoiler Alert - Do Not Read If You Prefer to be Surprised
In Heart and Home, Elizabeth (Erin Krakow) and Jack (Daniel Lissing) are at a crossroads in their relationship when they each get troubling news: Tom (Max Lloyd-Jones) and Julie (Charlotte Hegele) have been in an automobile accident. As they prepare to travel to Hamilton together, Abigail (Lori Loughlin) is avoiding Bill Avery (Jack Wagner) at all costs. But when Bill shows up at the cafĂ© and makes his final plea to be honest with her about his unforgivable mistake, an angry Abigail agrees to listen at the urging of friendly Pastor Frank (Mark Humphrey), and makes a surprising decision. Meanwhile, Lee (Kavan Smith) confides in Rosemary (Pascale Hutton) about Gowen’s (Martin Cummins) latest scheme to run the sawmill out of business with his new railroad deal, and they both worry about the future of Hope Valley. Then, when a visiting railroad tycoon takes Gowen on in a heated poker game, Lee sees one last opportunity to outsmart Gowen, and conspires with Rosemary to beat him at his own game. In Hamilton, tensions are high as Jack visits a hurt Tom in the infirmary and immediately connects with his pretty nurse, Faith (Andrea Brooks). With her help, Jack discovers Tom and Julie are hiding the truth about the crash. As Julie’s furious father threatens to press charges against Tom for his reckless behavior – and prevent the Thornton men from coming near his daughters at all – Jack and Elizabeth must defend their own relationship. But when the fallout from the accident inevitably pulls them apart in a heated confrontation, they are left to wonder if their future is worth fighting for.
In Heart and Home, Elizabeth (Erin Krakow) and Jack (Daniel Lissing) are at a crossroads in their relationship when they each get troubling news: Tom (Max Lloyd-Jones) and Julie (Charlotte Hegele) have been in an automobile accident. As they prepare to travel to Hamilton together, Abigail (Lori Loughlin) is avoiding Bill Avery (Jack Wagner) at all costs. But when Bill shows up at the cafĂ© and makes his final plea to be honest with her about his unforgivable mistake, an angry Abigail agrees to listen at the urging of friendly Pastor Frank (Mark Humphrey), and makes a surprising decision. Meanwhile, Lee (Kavan Smith) confides in Rosemary (Pascale Hutton) about Gowen’s (Martin Cummins) latest scheme to run the sawmill out of business with his new railroad deal, and they both worry about the future of Hope Valley. Then, when a visiting railroad tycoon takes Gowen on in a heated poker game, Lee sees one last opportunity to outsmart Gowen, and conspires with Rosemary to beat him at his own game. In Hamilton, tensions are high as Jack visits a hurt Tom in the infirmary and immediately connects with his pretty nurse, Faith (Andrea Brooks). With her help, Jack discovers Tom and Julie are hiding the truth about the crash. As Julie’s furious father threatens to press charges against Tom for his reckless behavior – and prevent the Thornton men from coming near his daughters at all – Jack and Elizabeth must defend their own relationship. But when the fallout from the accident inevitably pulls them apart in a heated confrontation, they are left to wonder if their future is worth fighting for.
Sunday, May 17, 2015
Fun Live Tweeting Last Night
The people behind the wonderful family drama When Calls the Heart are truly amazing. They really care about the #Hearties, the show's fans. How many actors, writers, producers, etc. actually communicate with the fans? These fine people do.
Going through last night's tweets, I made a list of creative people involved in the twitter conversation.
During last night's four-hour live tweeting event, several questions I had about the show were answered by the show's executive producer, Brian Bird (#PapaHeartie) and the show's costume designer, Allisa Swanson.
Me: What products/methods do you use to clean the costumes? Can't imagine trying to get out mud/muck stains. #Hearties
Allisa Swanson: The mud splash dresses were splashed with actual paint- so they are still neatly bagged like that- no getting those out.
Me: The magic of TV production. Would never have thought the mud was paint. Thanks for the answer. :) #Hearties
Me: Who are the corporate sponsors/advertisers of @WCTH_TV? Would like to use the companies' products/services. #Hearties
Brian Bird: The #Hearties keep a list of sponsors, addresses updated on their Facebook fan page 4 just such an occasion.
Me: Dumb question: Does Hope Valley just sit there in Canada between seasons or is it torn down and reassembled each season? #Hearties
Brian Bird: Not a dumb question. It stays there. All the props and furniture R put in storage in hopes there will B more seasons.
Me: Clara is Hope Valley's Allisa Swanson!
Allisa Swanson: That's cute! #hearties
Me: Approx. how many outfits are made for each hour of the show?
Allisa Swanson: Wow... I never did a full count, but we kept our workroom very busy - and a lot of contract seamstresses as well!
Me: I shed a tear when Elizabeth's outfit got splashed with muck. #Hearties
Allisa Swanson: That's why we made 4 of them. We did multiple takes for that!
Me: @erinkrakow @LoriLoughlin Your outfits are beyond gorgeous! #Hearties
Erin Krakow: We have @allisa_s to thank for that!
Brian Bird @brbird: Thanks #Hearties for the great night of tweeting. From Cast & Crew of @WCTH_TV, we love you! Watch your DVRs. See you next Sat night!
Brian Bird @brbird: #Hearties, here is my Hope Valley pledge to you. Every Heartie matters and we do our best to answer every one of your questions.
Brian Bird @brbird: When I C all these tweets from #Hearties knowing how many R watching @WCTH_TV after all our hard work, it takes my breath away. Thank you!
Going through last night's tweets, I made a list of creative people involved in the twitter conversation.
- Brian Bird, executive producer (#PapaHeartie)
- Erin Krakow, the actress who plays Elizabeth Thatcher
- Lori Loughlin, the actress who plays Abigail Stanton
- Jack Wagner, the actor who plays Bill Avery
- Kristina Wagner, the actress who plays Nora Avery
- Marcus Rosner, the actor who plays Charles Kensington
- Eva Bourne, the actress who plays Clara Stanton
- Loretta Walsh, the actress who plays Florence Blakeley
- Allisa Swanson, costume designer
- Pam Slay, Senior Vice President, Network Program Publicity & Social Content, Hallmark Channel & Hallmark Movies & Mysteries
- Hallmark Channel's official Twitter feed: @hallmarkchannel
- Official When Calls the Heart Twitter feed: @WCTH_TV
During last night's four-hour live tweeting event, several questions I had about the show were answered by the show's executive producer, Brian Bird (#PapaHeartie) and the show's costume designer, Allisa Swanson.
Me: What products/methods do you use to clean the costumes? Can't imagine trying to get out mud/muck stains. #Hearties
Allisa Swanson: The mud splash dresses were splashed with actual paint- so they are still neatly bagged like that- no getting those out.
Me: The magic of TV production. Would never have thought the mud was paint. Thanks for the answer. :) #Hearties
Me: Who are the corporate sponsors/advertisers of @WCTH_TV? Would like to use the companies' products/services. #Hearties
Brian Bird: The #Hearties keep a list of sponsors, addresses updated on their Facebook fan page 4 just such an occasion.
Me: Dumb question: Does Hope Valley just sit there in Canada between seasons or is it torn down and reassembled each season? #Hearties
Brian Bird: Not a dumb question. It stays there. All the props and furniture R put in storage in hopes there will B more seasons.
Me: Clara is Hope Valley's Allisa Swanson!
Allisa Swanson: That's cute! #hearties
Me: Approx. how many outfits are made for each hour of the show?
Allisa Swanson: Wow... I never did a full count, but we kept our workroom very busy - and a lot of contract seamstresses as well!
Me: I shed a tear when Elizabeth's outfit got splashed with muck. #Hearties
Allisa Swanson: That's why we made 4 of them. We did multiple takes for that!
Me: @erinkrakow @LoriLoughlin Your outfits are beyond gorgeous! #Hearties
Erin Krakow: We have @allisa_s to thank for that!
Brian Bird @brbird: Thanks #Hearties for the great night of tweeting. From Cast & Crew of @WCTH_TV, we love you! Watch your DVRs. See you next Sat night!
Brian Bird @brbird: #Hearties, here is my Hope Valley pledge to you. Every Heartie matters and we do our best to answer every one of your questions.
Brian Bird @brbird: When I C all these tweets from #Hearties knowing how many R watching @WCTH_TV after all our hard work, it takes my breath away. Thank you!
Last Night's Episode - May 16, 2015
The best line from last night's episode is from a scene at the Harper homestead. Elizabeth said to the little Harper boy who is having trouble going to sleep, "I used to imagine the stars in the sky were my loved ones watching over me."
Scenes from Last Night's Episode
Saturday, May 16, 2015
New 2-Hour Episode Tonight - Live Tweeting
The cast, executive producer Brian Bird, the Hallmark Channel, (and others) live tweet twice on Saturday evenings during new episodes. The first session is during the East Coast premiere of the newest episode at 8 pm EDT. The second session is during the West Coast premiere of the newest episode at 8 pm PDT, 11 pm EDT.
Watch the episode and tweet about it at the same time using the hashtag #Hearties! It's fun, a great way to get to know the people behind When Calls the Heart, and meet other fans (a.k.a. Hearties).
Watch the episode and tweet about it at the same time using the hashtag #Hearties! It's fun, a great way to get to know the people behind When Calls the Heart, and meet other fans (a.k.a. Hearties).
Monday, May 11, 2015
Awakenings & Revelations - Episode #2004 – Saturday, May 23, 2015
Spoiler Alert - Do Not Read If You Prefer to be Surprised
In Awakenings & Revelations, Elizabeth’s (Erin Krakow) conflict of the heart follows her to Hope Valley when she is surprised with a visitor from Hamilton, Charles (Marcus Rosner). Although Charles has new business with Lee (Kavan Smith) at the sawmill, Elizabeth knows it is more than just a coincidence that her father sent him to town—and so does a wary Jack (Daniel Lissing). As the two men attempt to hide their thinly veiled fight for Elizabeth’s affections, Clara (Eva Bourne) meets a charming suitor and is left uncertain about how her new courtship could affect Abigail (Lori Loughlin). Sensing Clara is upset, Abigail goes to Pastor Frank (Mark Humphrey) for advice. Meanwhile, Rosemary (Pascale Hutton) promises Lee an evening he’ll never forget as she aims to get what she desires. Then, Bill Avery (Jack Wagner) returns to Hope Valley, and begins evading Jack’s questioning about a gang of counterfeiting criminals in the region. Elizabeth has reservations about her romance with Jack—and confusion about Charles—puts her relationship with the beloved Mountie at an emotional impasse.
In Awakenings & Revelations, Elizabeth’s (Erin Krakow) conflict of the heart follows her to Hope Valley when she is surprised with a visitor from Hamilton, Charles (Marcus Rosner). Although Charles has new business with Lee (Kavan Smith) at the sawmill, Elizabeth knows it is more than just a coincidence that her father sent him to town—and so does a wary Jack (Daniel Lissing). As the two men attempt to hide their thinly veiled fight for Elizabeth’s affections, Clara (Eva Bourne) meets a charming suitor and is left uncertain about how her new courtship could affect Abigail (Lori Loughlin). Sensing Clara is upset, Abigail goes to Pastor Frank (Mark Humphrey) for advice. Meanwhile, Rosemary (Pascale Hutton) promises Lee an evening he’ll never forget as she aims to get what she desires. Then, Bill Avery (Jack Wagner) returns to Hope Valley, and begins evading Jack’s questioning about a gang of counterfeiting criminals in the region. Elizabeth has reservations about her romance with Jack—and confusion about Charles—puts her relationship with the beloved Mountie at an emotional impasse.
Sunday, May 3, 2015
Last Night on Twitter
On Twitter last evening, I asked the executive producer of When Calls the Heart, Brian Bird (@brbird), the following:
Me: What's the best way for the #Hearties to ensure a S3?
Brian Bird: "Each one reach one. Talk the show up 2 anyone & everyone. #Hearties"
Lori Loughlin (@LoriLoughlin) replied: "Keep watching, keep tweeting and keep spreading the #hearties word. ❤️."
Me: What's the best way for the #Hearties to ensure a S3?
Brian Bird: "Each one reach one. Talk the show up 2 anyone & everyone. #Hearties"
Lori Loughlin (@LoriLoughlin) replied: "Keep watching, keep tweeting and keep spreading the #hearties word. ❤️."
Saturday, May 2, 2015
Live Tweeting on Saturday Nights - #Hearties
The cast, executive producer Brian Bird, the Hallmark Channel, (and others) live tweet twice on Saturday evenings. The first session is during the East Coast premiere of the newest episode at 8 pm EDT. The second session is during the West Coast premiere of the newest episode at 8 pm PDT, 11 pm EDT.
Watch the episode and tweet about it at the same time using the hashtag #Hearties! It's fun, a great way to get to know the people behind When Calls the Heart, and meet other fans (a.k.a. Hearties).
Watch the episode and tweet about it at the same time using the hashtag #Hearties! It's fun, a great way to get to know the people behind When Calls the Heart, and meet other fans (a.k.a. Hearties).
Friday, May 1, 2015
Jack Wagner on Home & Family Today
Home & Family, hosted by Mark Steines and Cristina Ferrare, is on weekdays at 10a/9c, on Hallmark Channel.
The stars of When Calls the Heart frequently appear as guests on Home & Family.
Jack Wagner is on Home & Family today.
The stars of When Calls the Heart frequently appear as guests on Home & Family.
Jack Wagner is on Home & Family today.
Tuesday, April 28, 2015
Heart's Desire - Episode #2003 – Saturday, May 16, 2015
Spoiler Alert - Do Not Read If You Prefer to be Surprised
In Heart’s Desire, Abigail (Lori Loughlin) plans a trip to Hamilton to find her daughter-in-law, Clara (Eva Bourne), concerned after not hearing from the girl since the trial and still reeling from the painful discovery of Bill Avery’s (Jack Wagner) infidelity. After arriving to stay with the Thatcher family, Abigail notices the chemistry between Elizabeth (Erin Krakow) and her friend Charles (Marcus Rosner), and wonders where Elizabeth’s feelings for Jack (Daniel Lissing) stand. Back in Hope Valley, Rosemary (Pascale Hutton) is celebrating her good fortune after being offered a starring role in a play in San Francisco, and planning her imminent departure, accompanied by two producers. But as she travels out of Hope Valley with the two men, her happy excitement quickly turns into a terrifying kidnapping. When Jack gets word of her plight, he heroically takes off to rescue the dramatic actress, the ordeal brings them closer together— something the widows back in town can’t help but notice. Then, Abigail is shocked when Bill shows up to help her find Clara, asking to explain his wife’s visit. Although Abigail doesn’t want to hear him out, they go together to find Clara, who is in a dangerous predicament, and Abigail must reluctantly rely on Bill to get the girl to safety. And as the carefree Julie Thatcher (Charlotte Hegele) embarks on a budding romance during a secret rendezvous with Jack’s daring brother Tom (Max Lloyd-Jones), Elizabeth seriously confides in Abigail her conflicted feelings about returning to Hope Valley—and to Jack—before ultimately coming to a decision that will leave so much unsaid.
Elizabeth is warmly welcomed home to Hope Valley, where her anticipated reunion with Jack comes with a big surprise—the beautiful new schoolhouse is finally complete. Abigail introduces Clara to town and begins training her to work at the cafĂ©. Elizabeth volunteers to help out a local farmer when he must go on a trip and leave his two children back at the homestead. Hoping to prove she belongs on the frontier after her time away in Hamilton, Elizabeth stubbornly refuses Jack’s offers to help, until she quickly finds herself overwhelmed and scared on the farm. Meanwhile, back in town, Lee (Kavan Smith) officially opens the sawmill, and begins private negotiations to bring the first railroad to Hope Valley. But when a scheming widow comes to Mayor Gowen (Martin Cummins) to reveal Lee’s plans, Gowen grows determined to sabotage the railroad with his signature underhanded manipulation. As Lee prepares to lose everything in order to take Gowen down, Mountie Bill Avery (Jack Wagner) is confronted with the truth about his failed marriage to Nora (Kristina Wagner), and grows more desperate in his deception.
And finally, when a weary Elizabeth realizes life on the homestead isn’t so easy, she is grateful for Jack’s help as they both find their own unique purpose on the frontier.
In Heart’s Desire, Abigail (Lori Loughlin) plans a trip to Hamilton to find her daughter-in-law, Clara (Eva Bourne), concerned after not hearing from the girl since the trial and still reeling from the painful discovery of Bill Avery’s (Jack Wagner) infidelity. After arriving to stay with the Thatcher family, Abigail notices the chemistry between Elizabeth (Erin Krakow) and her friend Charles (Marcus Rosner), and wonders where Elizabeth’s feelings for Jack (Daniel Lissing) stand. Back in Hope Valley, Rosemary (Pascale Hutton) is celebrating her good fortune after being offered a starring role in a play in San Francisco, and planning her imminent departure, accompanied by two producers. But as she travels out of Hope Valley with the two men, her happy excitement quickly turns into a terrifying kidnapping. When Jack gets word of her plight, he heroically takes off to rescue the dramatic actress, the ordeal brings them closer together— something the widows back in town can’t help but notice. Then, Abigail is shocked when Bill shows up to help her find Clara, asking to explain his wife’s visit. Although Abigail doesn’t want to hear him out, they go together to find Clara, who is in a dangerous predicament, and Abigail must reluctantly rely on Bill to get the girl to safety. And as the carefree Julie Thatcher (Charlotte Hegele) embarks on a budding romance during a secret rendezvous with Jack’s daring brother Tom (Max Lloyd-Jones), Elizabeth seriously confides in Abigail her conflicted feelings about returning to Hope Valley—and to Jack—before ultimately coming to a decision that will leave so much unsaid.
Elizabeth is warmly welcomed home to Hope Valley, where her anticipated reunion with Jack comes with a big surprise—the beautiful new schoolhouse is finally complete. Abigail introduces Clara to town and begins training her to work at the cafĂ©. Elizabeth volunteers to help out a local farmer when he must go on a trip and leave his two children back at the homestead. Hoping to prove she belongs on the frontier after her time away in Hamilton, Elizabeth stubbornly refuses Jack’s offers to help, until she quickly finds herself overwhelmed and scared on the farm. Meanwhile, back in town, Lee (Kavan Smith) officially opens the sawmill, and begins private negotiations to bring the first railroad to Hope Valley. But when a scheming widow comes to Mayor Gowen (Martin Cummins) to reveal Lee’s plans, Gowen grows determined to sabotage the railroad with his signature underhanded manipulation. As Lee prepares to lose everything in order to take Gowen down, Mountie Bill Avery (Jack Wagner) is confronted with the truth about his failed marriage to Nora (Kristina Wagner), and grows more desperate in his deception.
And finally, when a weary Elizabeth realizes life on the homestead isn’t so easy, she is grateful for Jack’s help as they both find their own unique purpose on the frontier.
Saturday, April 25, 2015
Live Tweeting on Saturday Evenings - #Hearties
The cast, executive producer Brian Bird, the Hallmark Channel, (and others) live tweet twice on Saturday evenings. The first session is during the East Coast premiere of the newest episode at 8 pm EDT. The second session is during the West Coast premiere of the newest episode at 8 pm PDT, 11 pm EDT.
Watch the episode and tweet about it at the same time using the hashtag #Hearties! It's fun, a great way to get to know the people behind When Calls the Heart, and meet other fans (a.k.a. Hearties).
Watch the episode and tweet about it at the same time using the hashtag #Hearties! It's fun, a great way to get to know the people behind When Calls the Heart, and meet other fans (a.k.a. Hearties).
Friday, April 24, 2015
Two-Hour Season Two Premiere Tomorrow Night (04-25-2015)
I'm so excited! The second season of When Calls the Heart premieres Saturday, April 25, 2015 at 8 pm. The episode is a two-hour treat. Don't forget to tweet about it using the hashtag #Hearties!
Thursday, April 23, 2015
Erin Krakow on Home & Family Today
Home & Family, hosted by Mark Steines and Cristina Ferrare, is on weekdays at 10a/9c, on Hallmark Channel.
The stars of When Calls the Heart frequently appear as guests on Home & Family.
The schedule this week features Erik Krakow on April 23rd.
The schedule next week features Jack Wagner on May 1st.
The stars of When Calls the Heart frequently appear as guests on Home & Family.
The schedule this week features Erik Krakow on April 23rd.
The schedule next week features Jack Wagner on May 1st.
Wednesday, April 22, 2015
Lori Loughlin on Home & Family Today
Home & Family, hosted by Mark Steines and Cristina Ferrare, is on weekdays at 10a/9c, on Hallmark Channel.
The stars of When Calls the Heart frequently appear as guests on Home & Family.
The schedule this week features Lori Loughlin on April 22nd and Erik Krakow on April 23rd.
The schedule next week features Jack Wagner on May 1st.
The stars of When Calls the Heart frequently appear as guests on Home & Family.
The schedule this week features Lori Loughlin on April 22nd and Erik Krakow on April 23rd.
The schedule next week features Jack Wagner on May 1st.
Tuesday, April 21, 2015
Hallmark Channel's Home & Family
Home & Family, hosted by Mark Steines and Cristina Ferrare, is on weekdays at 10a/9c, on Hallmark Channel.
The stars of When Calls the Heart frequently appear as guests on Home & Family.
The schedule this week features Lori Loughlin on April 22nd and Erik Krakow on April 23rd.
The schedule next week features Jack Wagner on May 1st.
The stars of When Calls the Heart frequently appear as guests on Home & Family.
The schedule this week features Lori Loughlin on April 22nd and Erik Krakow on April 23rd.
The schedule next week features Jack Wagner on May 1st.
Thursday, April 16, 2015
Heart and Soul - Episode #2002 – Saturday, May 2, 2015
Spoiler Alert - Do Not Read If You Prefer to be Surprised
In Heart and Soul, Elizabeth (Erin Krakow) grows nostalgic as she spends more time with her doting friend Charles (Marcus Rosner) in Hamilton, further complicating her feelings, while Jack (Daniel Lissing) returns to the renamed Hope Valley to fulfill a labor of love for the young teacher—rebuilding the church and school. Jack enlists the help of new friend and timber tycoon Lee Coulter (Kavan Smith), who is becoming more smitten by Jack’s beautiful ex, Rosemary (Pascale Hutton) as their flirtation grows. A trusting Abigail (Lori Loughlin) says goodbye to Bill (Jack Wagner), who claims he has a new investigation back East, but promises to return to her. With her hopes up, Abigail is devastated when she receives a visit from someone very close to Bill, claiming he hasn’t been completely truthful. Meanwhile, Hope Valley is wrought with more dishonesty as conman Floyd Conklin (Paul McGillion) arrives in town to swindle the hard-working residents, but is quickly mistaken for the church’s new Reverend, the ruggedly handsome Frank Hogan (Mark Humphrey), who is expected to arrive any day. After Lee rejects Gowen’s (Martin Cummins) offer to work together on the new saw mill, Gowen threatens him, and soon has another tactic for getting what he wants that will drastically affect the whole town. Floyd and Gowen’s manipulative exploits explode in the saloon as a beloved Hope Valley couple prepares to exchange vows. Worlds away, Elizabeth feels the pressure from her parents and her newly engaged sister Viola (Devon Weigel) to make a decision about Charles and Jack, wondering if her adventure on the frontier prevented her from finding happiness—and true love—right at home.
In Heart and Soul, Elizabeth (Erin Krakow) grows nostalgic as she spends more time with her doting friend Charles (Marcus Rosner) in Hamilton, further complicating her feelings, while Jack (Daniel Lissing) returns to the renamed Hope Valley to fulfill a labor of love for the young teacher—rebuilding the church and school. Jack enlists the help of new friend and timber tycoon Lee Coulter (Kavan Smith), who is becoming more smitten by Jack’s beautiful ex, Rosemary (Pascale Hutton) as their flirtation grows. A trusting Abigail (Lori Loughlin) says goodbye to Bill (Jack Wagner), who claims he has a new investigation back East, but promises to return to her. With her hopes up, Abigail is devastated when she receives a visit from someone very close to Bill, claiming he hasn’t been completely truthful. Meanwhile, Hope Valley is wrought with more dishonesty as conman Floyd Conklin (Paul McGillion) arrives in town to swindle the hard-working residents, but is quickly mistaken for the church’s new Reverend, the ruggedly handsome Frank Hogan (Mark Humphrey), who is expected to arrive any day. After Lee rejects Gowen’s (Martin Cummins) offer to work together on the new saw mill, Gowen threatens him, and soon has another tactic for getting what he wants that will drastically affect the whole town. Floyd and Gowen’s manipulative exploits explode in the saloon as a beloved Hope Valley couple prepares to exchange vows. Worlds away, Elizabeth feels the pressure from her parents and her newly engaged sister Viola (Devon Weigel) to make a decision about Charles and Jack, wondering if her adventure on the frontier prevented her from finding happiness—and true love—right at home.
Thursday, April 9, 2015
Trials of the Heart - Episode #2001 – Saturday, April 25, 2015
Spoiler Alert - Do Not Read If You Prefer to be Surprised
In Trials of the Heart, Elizabeth (Erin Krakow) and Jack (Daniel Lissing) take their relationship to new heights after their first kiss. But before they can get serious, Elizabeth receives a telegram from home; her mother has fallen ill. Jack insists on accompanying Elizabeth back to her hometown of Hamilton, but when they arrive, Elizabeth’s high-society parents, William and Grace (Garwin Sanford and Lynda Boyd), as well as her tough sister, Viola (Devon Weigel), aren’t pleased to see Elizabeth cozying up to a Mountie. Meanwhile, back in Coal Valley, Abigail (Lori Loughlin) is avoiding forensic investigator Bill Avery (Jack Wagner) after her heartbreaking discovery of his wedding ring, while focusing on the trial against Gowen (Martin Cummins) and the Pacific Northwest Mining Company. Abigail hopes to convict the greedy coal baron for the mine explosion that took her late husband and son’s lives—and clear her family of any wrongdoing. With emotions running high among the widows, they are all shocked when the prosecutor arrives and it is a woman, Samantha Madison (Laura Mennell). Not everyone has faith Samantha will be a formidable opponent against Gowen and the corrupt new judge, Judge Roy Parker (Serge Houde), but Sam hopes to surprise them with a promising witness. Then, when Abigail finally confronts Bill about his secrets, she discovers they have much more in common than she expected, and perhaps their love story is only just beginning. As the trial gets underway, an upsetting betrayal might mean heavy hearts for all of Coal Valley, just as Elizabeth encounters an old friend whose new flirtation could trouble her own heart.
Elizabeth’s childhood friend, the dashing Charles Kensington (Marcus Rosner), continues vying for her affections as Jack meets up with his troubled younger brother, Tom (Max Lloyd-Jones), whose run-ins with the law have always worried Jack. In a Coal Valley court room, Abigail and prosecutor Samantha think their case is lost against Gowen after their key witness lies on the stand, but Sam proves she won’t be underestimated when she calls another, shocking witness to speak—one who has a meaningful and hidden connection to Abigail’s family. After her testimony, Judge Parker hands down the surprising verdict, giving the whole town a cause for celebration.
Then, newcomer Lee Coulter (Kavan Smith), a businessman with a heart of gold, gives Coal Valley a reason to hope—and piques Rosemary’s (Pascale Hutton) interest. With the trial behind her, Abigail realizes she may finally be ready to move forward, possibly with the affections of Bill, but she doesn’t know that he may not be the honest widower she thought he was. Back in Hamilton, Elizabeth and her sisters catch Jack and Tom in the middle of a bar fight, and an elegant dinner at the Thatcher household soon positions Jack and Charles as rivals. After an encounter with Elizabeth’s father William, Jack gains a deeper understanding about Elizabeth’s life, and disappointedly decides to return to the frontier without her, as Elizabeth faces unanswered questions about their future together.
In Trials of the Heart, Elizabeth (Erin Krakow) and Jack (Daniel Lissing) take their relationship to new heights after their first kiss. But before they can get serious, Elizabeth receives a telegram from home; her mother has fallen ill. Jack insists on accompanying Elizabeth back to her hometown of Hamilton, but when they arrive, Elizabeth’s high-society parents, William and Grace (Garwin Sanford and Lynda Boyd), as well as her tough sister, Viola (Devon Weigel), aren’t pleased to see Elizabeth cozying up to a Mountie. Meanwhile, back in Coal Valley, Abigail (Lori Loughlin) is avoiding forensic investigator Bill Avery (Jack Wagner) after her heartbreaking discovery of his wedding ring, while focusing on the trial against Gowen (Martin Cummins) and the Pacific Northwest Mining Company. Abigail hopes to convict the greedy coal baron for the mine explosion that took her late husband and son’s lives—and clear her family of any wrongdoing. With emotions running high among the widows, they are all shocked when the prosecutor arrives and it is a woman, Samantha Madison (Laura Mennell). Not everyone has faith Samantha will be a formidable opponent against Gowen and the corrupt new judge, Judge Roy Parker (Serge Houde), but Sam hopes to surprise them with a promising witness. Then, when Abigail finally confronts Bill about his secrets, she discovers they have much more in common than she expected, and perhaps their love story is only just beginning. As the trial gets underway, an upsetting betrayal might mean heavy hearts for all of Coal Valley, just as Elizabeth encounters an old friend whose new flirtation could trouble her own heart.
Elizabeth’s childhood friend, the dashing Charles Kensington (Marcus Rosner), continues vying for her affections as Jack meets up with his troubled younger brother, Tom (Max Lloyd-Jones), whose run-ins with the law have always worried Jack. In a Coal Valley court room, Abigail and prosecutor Samantha think their case is lost against Gowen after their key witness lies on the stand, but Sam proves she won’t be underestimated when she calls another, shocking witness to speak—one who has a meaningful and hidden connection to Abigail’s family. After her testimony, Judge Parker hands down the surprising verdict, giving the whole town a cause for celebration.
Then, newcomer Lee Coulter (Kavan Smith), a businessman with a heart of gold, gives Coal Valley a reason to hope—and piques Rosemary’s (Pascale Hutton) interest. With the trial behind her, Abigail realizes she may finally be ready to move forward, possibly with the affections of Bill, but she doesn’t know that he may not be the honest widower she thought he was. Back in Hamilton, Elizabeth and her sisters catch Jack and Tom in the middle of a bar fight, and an elegant dinner at the Thatcher household soon positions Jack and Charles as rivals. After an encounter with Elizabeth’s father William, Jack gains a deeper understanding about Elizabeth’s life, and disappointedly decides to return to the frontier without her, as Elizabeth faces unanswered questions about their future together.
Sunday, April 5, 2015
Happy Easter!
May everyone have a happy and blessed Easter.
1 Peter 2:24 - “He himself bore our sins” in his body on the cross, so that we might die to sins and live for righteousness; “by his wounds you have been healed.”
1 Peter 2:24 - “He himself bore our sins” in his body on the cross, so that we might die to sins and live for righteousness; “by his wounds you have been healed.”
Saturday, March 7, 2015
WCTH Season 2 Sneak Peek
The second season of When Calls the Heart premieres April 25, 2015 on the Hallmark Channel.
Here's a sneak peek.
Here's a sneak peek.
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