September 15, 2020 — Iron Stream Media is excited to announce a publishing agreement with The Readable Bible. The collaboration will begin with the release of Psalms, along with a special edition of Psalms–filled with inspirational reflections–for the Women’s Missionary Union (WMU), an auxiliary of the Southern Baptist Convention.

Many people struggle to read traditional Bibles where everything is in paragraph form. The first of its kind, The Readable Bible makes the Word easier to understand through the use of modern formatting. The Readable Bible contains diagrams, pictures, charts, tables, and more, making the Scripture easier to comprehend. For example, a genealogy is represented through a family tree diagram, and building and furniture details are presented as specification documents.

Rodney S. Laughlin, founder of The Readable Bible, and a team of scholars and theologians, have created this new Bible format. Laughlin says “My hope is that this new way of presenting Scripture will make God’s Word more appealing to those who already read it, and more inviting to those who don’t. Iron Stream Media’s commitment to meet people where they are on their faith journey and offer content that points them to Christ makes them the perfect publisher for The Readable Bible.”

Iron Stream Media derives its name from Proverbs 27:17, “As iron sharpens iron, so one person sharpens another.” This sharpening describes the process of discipleship, one to another. Iron Stream Media provides a variety of solutions for churches, ministry leaders, and nonprofits that include in-depth Bible study curriculum, Christian book publishing, and consultative services. Iron Stream Media is the home of New Hope Publishers, Iron Stream Books, Ascender Books, LPC Books, and New Hope Kidz. Through the popular Life Bible Study and Student Life Bible Study brands, they also provide web-based, full-year and short-term Bible study teaching plans as well as printed devotionals, Bibles, and discipleship curriculum.

Swept into the Sea: The Imagination Station Series #26

Carol Stream, Ill. (September 17, 2020)—Focus on the Family, in alliance with Tyndale House Publishers, will release Swept into the Sea, #26 in the Imagination Station series, on October 6, 2020.

With over 1 million copies sold in the series, The Imagination Station Series continues with cousins Beth and Patrick on a storm-tossed grain ship in the Mediterranean Sea during the first century. On the ship, the cousins meet Paul, a prisoner on his way to Rome for trial, and his traveling companions. Despite the threat of shipwreck, Paul says that God has told him that everyone on the ship will be saved, if they stick together. Yet, when the passengers are forced to abandon ship and swim for shore, God’s promise seems doubtful.

The Imagination Station series, a spin-off of the beloved Adventures in Odyssey audio dramas, teaches history and a biblical worldview through time-travel adventure stories. Every book includes a secret word puzzle; readers then head to TheImaginationStation.com to enter their answer to unlock a prize.

Swept into the Sea is co-authored by Chris Brack and Sheila Seifert. Brack is a published author of stories, crafts, and short nonfiction. Seifert is the director of parenting content for Focus on the Family magazine, a content strategist for its online parenting channel, and the book review editor for PluggedIn.com.

Swept into the Sea by Chris Brack and Sheila Seifert
ISBN: 978-1-64607-000-8
Hardcover: $9.99
October 2020
FocusontheFamily.com
Tyndale.com 

Since its founding in 1962, Tyndale House Publishers has been a voice to trust for generations of readers. Today, Tyndale is one of the largest independent Christian publishers in the world. Tyndale’s mission is to make the Bible accessible to as many people as possible in language that they can relate and respond to. Tyndale publishes the Holy Bible, New Living Translation (NLT) and offers nonfiction books that equip readers with Christ-centered insight, counsel, and life-improving stories. In addition, Tyndale publishes fiction from fresh new voices and celebrated authors alike, capturing the imagination of millions of readers. With a deep understanding of the importance of nurturing future generations, Tyndale also publishes children’s products that make God’s Word and wisdom come alive. Tyndale’s independent status allows it to follow its founding model, giving a majority of annual revenue—more than $100 million throughout its history—to charitable missions. With every book purchased, Tyndale readers help meet the physical and spiritual needs of people around the world.

Focus on the Family, which reaches about 38 million people in 120 countries, is a global faith-based ministry that helps families thrive. Tyndale House Publishers is pleased to partner with Focus on the Family to help provide trusted resources for strengthening believers in their faith and sharing the gospel; building resilient marriages that reflect God’s design; equipping parents to raise their children with a thriving faith; advocating for the preborn, orphaned and life at every stage; and engaging the culture through a biblical worldview. Visit Focus at FocusontheFamily.com or on Facebook and Twitter.

 

Carol Stream, IL September 17, 2020 – Christianity Today hired Edward Gilbreath to serve on the ministry’s executive team as Vice President of Strategic Partnerships, starting October 1.

Gilbreath brings with him over twenty-five years of leadership in publishing, editorial, and marketing. He has served in various capacities with Strang Communications (now Charisma Media), Urban Ministries Inc, the Evangelical Covenant Church, and most recently as Executive Editor at InterVarsity Press. This will be his third stint at CT, having previously served in editorial roles with a variety of publications, including Christianity Today and Leadership Journal.

In this new role on the executive team, Gilbreath will help to shape the strategic plan for the organization. He will identify and cultivate editorial, distribution, funding, and project partnerships that ultimately elevate storytellers and thought leaders to bring their stories and ideas forward for the encouragement and edification of the Church.

President and CEO Timothy Dalrymple adds, “Christianity Today is entering a season in which it is evolving its strategy and reaching new audiences domestically and globally. Ed is the perfect person to help us refine our strategic thinking and build significant partnerships. Among his many other responsibilities, Ed will lead what we call internally our Big Tent Initiative, which is an effort to better represent the diversity of the North American Church across our content, contributors, and audience. We could not be more thrilled to work with Ed again.”

Gilbreath shares, “I started my career at Christianity Today as a college intern, and it’s where I spent many of my most formative professional years. I’ve continued to be a big fan of CT’s ministry, so I’m thrilled to have the opportunity to return in this strategic role. It’s vital to CT’s future that its content and audience reflect the church’s rich diversity, so I look forward to serving with CT’s amazing team to help advance the mission of telling the full array of eye-opening, inspiring, and empowering stories of God at work in the world.”

As an award-winning author, Gilbreath is also a frequent speaker at churches, conferences, and universities across the country. He wrote “Birmingham Revolution: Martin Luther King Jr.’s Epic Challenge to the Church” (IVP, 2013) and “Reconciliation Blues: A Black Evangelical’s Inside View of White Christianity” (IVP, 2006), an Award of Merit in Christianity Today’s annual Book Awards.

Christianity Today is an acclaimed and award-winning media ministry that elevates the storytellers and sages of the global Church. Each month, across a variety of digital and print media, the ministry carries the most important stories and ideas of the kingdom of God to over 4.5 million people all around the planet.

Contact: Cory Whitehead, 630-260-6200 x4220, cwhitehead@christianitytoday.com

CHARLOTTE, NC—The Good Book Company is excited to announce that Joni Eareckson Tada, founder of the international ministry Joni and Friends and author of several notable books, has signed a Childrens’ book deal with TGBC.

Tada’s childrens’ book will be a new addition to the hugely popular Tales that Tell the Truth series. Combining stunning illustration from the award-winning Catalina Echeverri with faithful, Bible-centered story-telling, the series includes God’s Very Good Idea by Trillia Newbell and The Garden, the Curtain and the Cross by Carl Laferton. Joni’s book will share the glory of heaven with kids and help them to get excited about their resurrected future with Jesus in a way that encourages them to navigate trials and difficulties in this life.

Reflecting on writing this book about heaven for 3 to 6 year olds, Tada, who is represented by Andrew Wolgemuth of Wolgemuth & Associates Literary Agency, says, “When it comes to gripping hearts for heaven, I always jump at the chance to help young readers grasp a picture of their eternal destiny. I’m thrilled to have the opportunity to capture the hearts of boys and girls for their glorious future with the Lord Jesus, and to be part of the family of authors who are writing for Tales that Tell the Truth, this exceptional series which highlights powerful Bible-based stories illustrated with whimsical illustrations.”

Carl Laferton, Executive Vice President of Publishing at TGBC, says, “When we first dreamed of producing a book for kids about resurrection life, the first and obvious choice as author was Joni. The impact for God’s kingdom of her personal witness and wonderful ministry is incalculable, and so we are both delighted and honored that she has chosen to publish this book with The Good Book Company.”

The book is due to launch in the fall of 2022. Other forthcoming titles in the series include “The God Contest,” launching in February 2021, and a book helping kids to pray, authored by Laura Wifler, that releases in fall 2021.

About the Author
Joni Eareckson Tada is an author, artist, speaker, and the founder of the international ministry Joni and Friends, which has been advancing disability ministry for more than 40 years.

About the Illustrator
Catalina Echeverri is a Colombian freelance illustrator specializing in children’s books. She is based in London, UK, and illustrated the bestselling The Garden, The Curtain and the Cross.

About The Good Book Company
Founded in 1991, The Good Book Company (TGBC) is an international Christian publisher. Their Bible studies, books, devotionals, videos, tracts, evangelistic courses, and training materials are used throughout the English-speaking world, and in translation in over 35 languages worldwide. Everyone at TGBC is passionate about the Lord Jesus, His word, His church, and His gospel of grace. They create and publish biblical, relevant, and accessible resources that will encourage Christians to keep going, keep growing, and keep sharing their faith

Contact:  For media inquiries and access to promotional assets, contact publicity@thegoodbook.com.

WESTMONT, IL—InterVarsity Press is pleased to announce a second season of The Disrupters, a podcast series hosted by Fr. Esau McCaulley. The season will kick off on September 24 as McCaulley interviews special guest, Lecrae.

“Season two of The Disrupters comes at a time of crisis and uncertainty,” said Richard Clark, producer of The Disrupters and director of media innovation at Useful Group. “A global pandemic and racial protests have exposed our deep need for massive shifts in our approach to our neighbor and our world. That’s why I was so excited to reconnect with Esau to pursue conversations with some of the most urgent voices in the church today. This season is all about what to do when the disruption is well underway. What do you do next?”

The Disrupters focuses on a specific disruption—a break, interruption, or disturbance—in the church. McCaulley and his guests explore how that issue will reshape the church’s culture and its witness. In addition to Lecrae, confirmed guests for this season include:

• Beth Moore, prolific author and Bible teacher, founder of Living Proof Ministries, a Bible-based organization for women, based in Houston
• Justin Giboney, cofounder of the AND Campaign, an attorney, and a political strategist in Atlanta, coauthor of Compassion (&) Conviction
• Taylor Schumann, a freelance writer and author of When Thoughts and Prayers Aren’t Enough: A Shooting Survivor’s Journey into the Realities of Gun Violence (IVP, June 2021)
• Robert Chao Romero, associate professor in the Departments of Chicana/o Studies and Asian American Studies at the University of California at Los Angeles and author of Brown Church
• David Swanson, pastor of New Community Covenant Church, a multicultural congregation in Chicago’s Bronzeville neighborhood and author of Rediscipling the White Church

Clark said, “The conversations Esau has with the guests on The Disrupters are eye-opening and unvarnished. I’ve produced a number of interview podcasts, but I’ve never heard conversations as candid and bracing as these.”

McCaulley, who received his PhD from the University of St. Andrews, currently serves as assistant professor of New Testament at Wheaton College. He is also a priest in the Anglican Church in North America and a contributing opinion writer for The New York Times. His publications include Reading While Black (2020), Sharing in the Son’s Inheritance, and numerous articles in outlets such as Christianity Today, The Witness, and The Washington Post.

The Disrupters will be available via iTunes, SoundCloud, Google Play, and Spotify. For a sneak peek, check out the trailer for the second season of The Disrupters here.

Contact: Krista Clayton, 630.734.4013,  kclayton@ivpress.com

WESTMONT, IL— InterVarsity Press has signed a contract with the Best Christian Workplaces Institute (BCWI) for the release of The Road to Flourishing written by Al Lopus.

Lopus is the president and cofounder of the BCWI, which provides research-based measurement tools and strategic advisory services with a single vision: to help Christian organizations set the standard as the best, most effective workplaces in the world. At BCWI, Lopus pioneered the broadest-ever employee engagement survey of Christian workers. To date, the survey has involved more than one thousand Christian organizations and with employees completing over three hundred thousand survey questionnaires.

Prior to cofounding BCWI, Lopus served for over twenty years in leadership roles with the global human resource consulting firm Watson Wyatt (now known as Willis Towers Watson), where he built a reputation for his vision and implementation of human capital programs for clients such as the Boeing Company, Alaska Airlines, Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC), and Christian Leadership Alliance, where Lopus currently serves on the association’s advisory council. He also served on the board of trustees for Virginia Mason Medical Center, a five thousand­­–employee, award-winning healthcare organization.

The Road to Flourishing, releasing in Winter 2022, is about building a workplace culture that drives success and well-being. Lopus helps professionals discover the proven, systematic approach hundreds of Christian-led businesses, ministries, and churches have used to create a flourishing workplace culture that drives an organization’s success.

Palm Bay, FL: The American Christian Fiction Writers first virtual conference included a virtual gala, during which their 2020 honors were awarded. Among them were the winners of the 2020 Carol Awards, honoring Christian fiction published in the previous calendar year. Congratulations to these Carol Award winning authors and their publishing houses and editors.

Contemporary

The Death of Mungo Blackwell by Lauren H. Brandenburg; Lion Fiction (Monarch Publishing); Editor – Jessica Gladwell

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Historical

Memories of Glass by Melanie Dobson; Tyndale House; Editors – Stephanie Broene and Kathryn Olson

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Historical Romance

The Sky Above Us by Sarah Sundin; Revell – A Division of Baker Publishing Group; Editors: Vicki Crumpton and Kristin Kornoelje

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Mystery/Suspense/Thriller

The Gryphon Heist by James R. Hannibal; Revell – A Division of Baker Publishing Group; Editor – Andrea Doering

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Novella

The Groom She’d Thought She Left Behind (from The Runaway Brides Collection) by Darlene Panzera; Barbour Publishing; Editors: Rebecca Germany and Ellen Tarver

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Romance

Driftwood Bay by Irene Hannon; Revell – A Division of Baker Publishing Group; Editors: Kristin Kornoelje and Jennifer Leep

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Romantic Suspense

The Killing Tide by Dani Pettrey; Bethany House (Baker) Publishing; Editor: Dave Long

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Short Novel

A Rancher to Trust by Laurel Blount; Love Inspired (Harlequin); Editor: Connolly Bottum

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Speculative

Brand of Light by Ronie Kendig; Enclave Publishing; Editor: Reagen Reed

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Young Adult

Romanov by Nadine Brandes; HarperCollins Christian Publishing (Thomas Nelson and Zondervan); Editor: Becky Monds

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Debut Author

Shadow Among Sheaves by Naomi Stephens; Shiloh Run Press – An Imprint of Barbour Publishing, Inc.; Editor: Annie Tipton

 

Congratulations also go to the winners of the 2020 Genesis Contest for to-date unpublished Christian fiction, as follows:

Contemporary

Sara Brunsvold – The Indelible Deaths of Mrs. Kip

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Historical

Jessica Sly – Puppet Master

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Historical Romance

Rhonda Ortiz – The Life We Greet

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Mystery/Suspense/Thriller

Andy Brodrick – Sober

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Novella

Joey Rudder – Especially Now

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Romance

Kerry Johnson – Mary and Bright

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Romantic Suspense

Hope Welborn – Out of Sight

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Short Novel

Sami Abrams – Deadly Cold Case Reunion

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Speculative

Paige Reed – Rending

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Young Adult

Jill K. Willis – The Demons Among Us

 

Also announced during the virtual gala were the following:

• Editor of the Year—Jocelyn Bailey, HarperCollins Christian Publishing
• Agent of the Year—Cynthia Ruchti, Books & Such Literary Management
• Mentor of the Year—Chautona Havig

Special thanks to the contest coordinators: Genesis Contest Coordinator—Teresa Haugh, Carol Award Coordinator—Nick Kording, ACFW Contests Administrator—Robert Turner, and to the judges, assistants, and ACFW staff.

ACFW (American Christian Fiction Writers) is a professional organization devoted to the craft of Christian Fiction. Its mission is to “help you tell your stories by inspiring you to partner with God in the creative process, learn the craft, and find your audience.”

For more information about ACFW: https://www.acfw.com/

You can find a link to this press release at https://www.acfw.com/about/press_room/

CAROL STREAM, Ill.—September 10, 2020—Tyndale House Ministries (@tyndalehouse) has announced that Mark Taylor, Chairman and CEO, will retire at the end of the current fiscal year (March 2021) after serving 47 years at the company.  Mark will retain his position as Chairman of the Board. Speaking on behalf of the Board of Directors of Tyndale House Ministries (THM), Vice Chairman Doug McConnell said, “Mark Taylor has been an exceptional leader not only for Tyndale House but for the greater Christian publishing industry. His influence has also touched ministries throughout the world through Tyndale House Foundation. As the Board searches for the next CEO, we are confident in the leadership team to carry forward the mission of THM.”

Mark began working at Tyndale House when he was in sixth grade, sending out copies of Living Letters, a paraphrase of the New Testament epistles created by his father, Kenneth Taylor. Mark shared, “I started working in the company after school each day, packing and shipping books to bookstores.” Eventually, Mark’s father would paraphrase the entire Bible, which would become known as The Living Bible. Mark continued to be involved in the operations of the company, and as a senior in high school, he worked alongside his father, providing editorial support for products being published at the time.

While attending Duke University, Mark became involved with the work of Tyndale House Foundation, a charitable organization started in 1963 by Ken and Margaret Taylor using the royalties from the sales of Living Letters and The Living Bible. After graduation from college, Mark became Executive Director of Tyndale House Foundation, helping guide the distribution of grants that support Christian ministry and mission work around the world. In 1984, Mark became President and CEO of Tyndale House Publishers.

In addition to the many responsibilities of managing a successful publishing company, Mark led the development of the Holy Bible, New Living Translation (NLT), serving as chief stylist and chairman of the Translation Committee. Regarding his work at Tyndale House, Mark shared, “Although there have been many highlights, the single most rewarding project of my career was my participation with the Bible Translation Committee for the NLT. It was a long, multiyear project, and I had the joy of guiding the committee through every step of creating this wonderfully dynamic translation. More recently, I orchestrated the merger of Tyndale House Publishers and Tyndale House Foundation to form the not-for-profit Tyndale House Ministries.”

Throughout his tenure as CEO, Mark has maintained a steadfast commitment to Tyndale’s mission and fostered an environment of professional excellence and integrity. He championed the publication of many successful and life-changing works such as the McGee and Me video series, the Left Behind series, and the Life Application Study Bible. The success of these and other products resulted in Tyndale’s growth to become one of the largest independent Christian publishers in the world.

The Taylor family’s legacy of generosity continues to guide the work of Tyndale House Publishers and Tyndale House Foundation. Revenue from the publishing enterprise helps support ministries involved with Bible translation, Christian publishing, leadership development, theological education, and humanitarian aid.

A celebration to express appreciation for Mark’s dedication to his work and the legacy of the Taylor family will take place in March 2021. The theme of the event will be, “Celebrate the Legacy, Embrace the Future.”

The executive search firm CarterBaldwin, which specializes in assisting Christian ministries, will work alongside the Search Committee of the THM Board to identify the next CEO of Tyndale House Ministries as they consider both internal and external candidates.

“As I look to the future,” Mark says, “I am excited about what lies ahead for Tyndale House. I believe the world needs Tyndale now more than ever, and Tyndale is ready to respond. We have a strong Board, an excellent executive team, and a wonderfully dedicated staff. Together we will continue to joyfully pursue our mission: ‘To minister to the spiritual needs of people, primarily through publication of literature consistent with biblical principles and through grants to other charitable entities.’”

Since its founding in 1962, Tyndale House Publishers has been a voice to trust for generations of readers. Tyndale’s mission is to make the Bible accessible to as many people as possible in language that they can relate and respond to. Tyndale publishes the Holy Bible, New Living Translation (NLT) and also offers nonfiction books that equip readers with Christ-centered insight, counsel, and life-improving stories. In addition, Tyndale publishes fiction from fresh, new voices and celebrated authors alike, capturing the imagination of millions of readers. With a deep understanding of the importance of nurturing future generations, Tyndale also publishes children’s products that make God’s Word and wisdom come alive. Tyndale’s independent status allows it to follow its founding model, contributing a majority of annual revenue—more than $110 million dollars throughout its history—to charitable missions. With every book purchased, Tyndale readers help meet the physical and spiritual needs of people around the world.

Contact:  Katie Dodillet, Director of Public Relations, katiedodillet@tyndale.com

 

Expanded Hardcover Edition Arrives September 2020
New Edition of The Action Bible Includes 25 New Stories & 23 Expanded Stories
Illustrated by Marvel & DC Comics Artist Sergio Cariello

Colorado Springs, Colo. — Publisher David C Cook will celebrate ten years of The Action Bible with the release of an expanded hardcover edition. Arriving this September, The Action Bible will feature 25 new Bible stories and 23 expanded stories – all illustrated by Marvel and DC Comics artist Sergio Cariello.

The Action Bible family of products has more than 85 million units in print worldwide since it launched in 2010. The original The Action Bible has sold more than 2.3 million copies and has spent more than 515 weeks on the ECPA Top 50 bestseller list. It is available in 27 languages globally, with 10-15 additional language translations to be completed in 2020.

Sergio Cariello studied at the Word of Life Bible Institute (in Brazil and New York) as well as the Joe Kubert School of Cartooning (New York). He drew superheroes for Marvel and DC Comics and served as an instructor at the Kubert School. Sergio has spent more than a decade bringing the Bible to life for children and adults around the world.

“It’s been the privilege of my life to combine my faith and art in The Action Bible. I loved to study the Bible before I began drawing The Action Bible, so these illustrations are the result of a continuous walk with Christ,” explains Sergio Cariello. “Drawing Captain America or Batman is fantastic, but drawing Jesus is different because I know the Holy Spirit is touching readers’ hearts through my drawings.”

“At David C Cook, the global impact of The Action Bible reflects a key portion of our mission ‘to make and teach disciples,’” says Cris Doornbos, CEO of David C Cook Publishing. “Churches, parents and children around the world are using The Action Bible family of products to share the big God story and the love of Jesus Christ, for a more effective accomplishment of our mission.”

The Action Bible
www.TheActionBible.com
Available September 2020 from David C Cook
Price: U.S. $29.99  Format: Hardcover Pages: 832  ISBN: 978-0-8307-7744-0

Sergio Cariello is a Brazilian-born DC and Marvel Comics artist and the illustrator of The Action Bible product line, which has sold more than 2.3 units in North America. www.sergiocariello.com

David C Cook is a nonprofit organization dedicated to publishing and distributing leadership and discipleship resources to help Christians all over the world grow in their faith and pass it on to the next generation.

Gospel Technologies today announced the acquisition of Olive Tree Bible Software, Inc. from HarperCollins Christian Publishing for an undisclosed amount. President and owner of Gospel Technologies, Steven Cummings, is the previous vice president of operations for Olive Tree under HarperCollins Christian Publishing (“HCCP”).

Based in Spokane, Washington, Olive Tree is an industry leading online and mobile Christian Bible technology and e-commerce company that was acquired by HarperCollins Christian Publishing in 2014. Its software is accessible on desktop, tablets, and mobile devices across all major platforms. As part of HarperCollins Christian Publishing, Olive Tree expanded its catalog offerings to surpass 25,000 titles and developed best-in-class integration for audio Bibles and books. Cummings, who started at Olive Tree as an e-book formatter more than eleven years ago, approached leadership at HarperCollins Christian Publishing and expressed his interest in owning Olive Tree’s brand, technology, and future growth strategy.

“Acquiring Olive Tree and returning it to its tech-innovation roots has been a goal of mine for the past few years,” said Steven Cummings. “When I approached the leadership at HCCP with my proposal, they were extremely helpful and supportive. I am grateful to HCCP for supporting Olive Tree for the past six years, nurturing it into a healthy and sustainable business, and I look forward to building upon the successes we achieved. I have been a part of Olive Tree since its early days, when we were working out of the founder’s basement, and I am deeply passionate about its mission to use technology to help people read and study God’s Word. I think that God has gifted and prepared me to lead this company to delight its users and help bring them closer to God’s Word through the use of its apps.”

Cummings continued, “I expect the transition to be smooth for all involved with little to no disruption to Olive Tree’s business. We will continue to serve all of our licensors as we always have and deliver excellent customer service. I look forward to working with all of our partners on new and innovative ways to promote their published works.”

Mark Schoenwald, president and CEO of HarperCollins Christian Publishing said, “Steven has been Olive Tree’s absolute advocate throughout his tenure, and I am happy that he will be fulfilling one of his lifelong goals of owning and operating his own business. Steven knows the company and its full potential better than anyone and I look forward to our continued partnership as HCCP content and study resources will continue to be offered throughout Olive Tree’s platforms, just as they always were.”

Cummings has a background in IT, content formatting and operations with a Masters of Theology in New Testament Studies from the University of Edinburgh in Scotland. He founded Gospel Technologies, LLC in 2019 out of a desire to form a business that utilizes technology to glorify God by aiding people in the reading and study of Scripture – intended to be realized through the acquisition of Olive Tree. Olive Tree’s office will remain in Spokane, Washington.

Gospel Technologies strives to inspire people to connect with God and study the Bible through technology. Since 2019, Gospel Technologies has worked to produce industry-leading technology and service to a worldwide audience from its Spokane, Washington headquarters. For more information, contact PressRoom@OliveTree.com.