I’ve written three books for children. My book titled Little Steps, Big Faith was released on October 2, 2018 and is written for parents and other caregivers who want to apply the science of early childhood to help grow their children's faith.

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I’ve also written two books in the Frolic series using the pseudonym Lucy Bell.

My daughter's phrase "Too much!" during her toddler years inspired the storyline for Uri and the Busy Day. I wrote this book to help toddlers, preschoolers, and their caregivers practice calming down when things get too revved up.

In Jo and the Not-So-Little Lie, I put Jo the goat in a tough spot: what happens when one little lie leads to another and another? This book helps parents and their little ones use story to explore the importance of telling the truth (and asking for forgiveness when we don't). 

 

My articles have appeared in national magazines and online publications.

I wrote “Work to Do: Ministry with Littles during the Pandemic” in the Connect Journal published online by ELCA’s Network for Children, Youth, and Family Ministry. Read it here and try one of its six tips.

I wrote “Celebrating Little Ones in Your Congregation during COVID-19” for the Sparkhouse blog. Read it here and find out why waffles make me a little teary.

I wrote "Jesus on the Brain" and "Faith in the Spaces" for Living Lutheran magazine. Read my takes on early brain development here and space design here.

I contributed "Architects and Gardeners" to Youth Worker Journal to support and inform church leaders working with preteens and teenagers so they can learn more about these brains on the verge. Read the article here.  (Video bonus! To see my TED-style talk on the same topic, check out this video.)

Want a fresh take on Christmas? I wrote an article about Christmas for the MOPS blog here. (Hot tip: give your child three gifts at Christmas to mirror the magi’s strategy.)

Interested in my views on hospitality? Read this entry on the Beaming Books blog, then plan a grilled cheese party of your own.

 

Throughout my career at 1517 Media, I have contributed to more than 20,000 pages of faith formation curriculum and Bibles as writer, editor, and content developer.