Jan 31, 2026 | Book Review Blog
If I threw it back to the 1990s and made a David Letterman-style Top Ten Questions I Get In Children’s and Family Ministries, “How do I address Lent and Holy Week with children?” would be in the top 5. Part of the curiosity stems from wanting to address the events,...
Jan 24, 2026 | Book Review Blog
When I walk into a church, I often wear many hats. Sometimes, I’m the consultant helping a congregation reimagine and revamp their faith formation ministries. Sometimes, I’m a parent attending worship with my seven children. Sometimes, I’m the parent chauffeuring my...
Jan 15, 2026 | Book Review Blog
The Way of the Wildflower: Gospel Meditations to Unburden Your Anxious Soul, published by Thomas Nelson, is written by Ruth Chou Simons, an accomplished author and talented artist. She writes thirty Gospel-focused meditations that help release our burdens and focus on...
Dec 19, 2025 | Book Review Blog
Many in children’s ministry contend that Sunday school is becoming obsolete. However, children’s faith formation is still a priority for churches. Let the Children Lead: Models for Worship with All Generations provides thoughtful and practical models for meeting this...
Nov 3, 2025 | Book Review Blog
Because And Upon This Rock is a collection of essays rather than the work of a single author, it is brimming with ideas—all centered on the disciple Peter. The sixteen essays were mostly written by Doctor of Ministry students, but while they tend to be academic, they...
Sep 29, 2025 | Book Review Blog
Managing expectations is a struggle for humans. We often envision how things should go, especially during special seasons like Christmas, only to be met with unexpected disruptions. Learning to navigate our feelings and actions when things don’t go according to plan...
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