Closer to God: Jessica's Journey

Sep 4, 2012

★ 9.5

Will suffering or faith endure?

Overview

A mother struggles to keep things under control as her daughter dies of cancer, her estranged father suddenly returns, and her faith in God is put to the test.

Genres

Drama

Closer to God: Jessica's Journey Trailers

Cast

Rose Donaldson

Jacqueline Hickel

Jessica Donaldson

Savannah Rae Linz

Kelly Doyle

Bill Suplee

Billy Donaldson

Dmitri Schuyler-Linch

Nancy

Veronica Rodriguez

Ethan

Ben Davies

Riley

Michael Joiner

Vincent

Lucas Adams

Hanna

Lark Voorhies

Rachel

Malia Miglino

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