February 2026 | LISLE, IL—InterVarsity Press (IVP) is pleased to announce the release of the Get in The Word with Truth’s Table Video Bible Studies. This set of four streaming videos features Dr. Christina Edmondson and Ekemini Uwan, the hosts of the popular podcasts Truth’s Table and Get in The Word with Truth’s Table. Each hour-long study features the teaching of a Black guest expert who provides an overview of a particular biblical book, followed by insightful and engaging conversation about the text with Edmondson and Uwan.

“One of the constant pain points I hear from Black Christians is the lack of biblical resources created by people of African descent,” says Uwan. “That gap presents an evangelistic and discipleship opportunity, so it was an honor to co-create the Get in The Word with Truth’s Table Video Bible Studies alongside my friend and ministry partner, Dr. Christina Edmondson. I hope this serves as an interactive Bible commentary that leaves the viewers with a deeper desire to get into the Word, because God’s got something to say.”

“I am deeply honored to have participated in the development of this video series with InterVarsity Press,” says Edmondson. “This work has been a sacred journey marked by intentional gathering around the Word of God so that together we might discern and learn what God is saying to us in this moment. This project creates space for Scripture to be engaged not in isolation but in community, where faithful study, honest conversation, and spiritual formation meet. It has been especially meaningful to partner with African American biblical scholars and our friends at IVP to develop timely, theologically-rich content that speaks to real questions.”

The four studies and guest experts are:

• Get into Genesis with Truth’s Table, Part 1: Rev. Dr. Mika Edmondson
• Get into Genesis with Truth’s Table, Part 2: Rev. Dr. Quonekuia A. Day
• Get into Ephesians with Truth’s Table: Dr. Tyran Laws
• Get into the Book of John with Truth’s Table: Rev. Dr. Esau McCaulley

The Get in The Word with Truth’s Table Video Bible Studies is the next step for IVP to continue its expansion into video offerings, most recently through its IVP Bible Study Experience books that come bundled with accompanying video curriculum. IVP also has an ongoing partnership with Seminary Now that has resulted in nearly fifty co-produced video courses since the platform launched in July 2020. Seminary Now serves as the distribution partner for this new streaming series, which is available for purchase at IVP’s website, with additional video products to come in the following months.

“The launch of Get in The Word with Truth’s Table Video Bible Studies marks a meaningful step forward for IVP as a publisher and a ministry. These video Bible studies reflect our commitment to stewarding Scripture with theological depth, cultural awareness, and humility,” says IVP publisher Terumi Echols. “We are deeply grateful for the wisdom, care, and theological leadership of Dr. Christina Edmondson and Ekemini Uwan and the pastors and scholars who entered the text with faithfulness and generosity, inviting the church into faithful engagement with God’s Word and its application for today. We see this work not merely as a new format, but as a natural extension of IVP’s calling to serve the church with wisdom, integrity, and hope.”

Edmondson adds, “We trust that this project will nurture faithful imagination and spark deeper engagement and encouragement, particularly among novice students of the Bible and emerging leaders. Together we approached Scripture with reverence and joy, trusting the Holy Spirit to shape us as we gathered at the table. My hope is that all who engage in these studies will encounter God afresh, be strengthened in faith, and be formed for faithful witness through the shared work of discerning God’s Word together.”

The Get in The Word with Truth’s Table Video Bible Studies are available at two price points, for either up to nine users or for ten or more users. Each study comes with a free supplemental guide that can be tailored for individual or group use. More details about these studies can be found at the IVP website or by contacting Helen Lee, director of strategic initiatives (hlee@ivpress.com).

Contact | Krista Clayton | kclayton@ivpress.com

A Top Seller for Six Years Straight

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. —February 5, 2026— The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry: How to Stay Emotionally Healthy and Spiritually Alive in the Chaos of the Modern World, by New York Times bestselling author John Mark Comer, has surpassed one million copies sold across all formats, marking a major milestone for the long-running title. First published in October 2019 by WaterBrook, an imprint of Penguin Random House Christian Publishing Group, The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry has become one of the most influential Christian books of the past decade. Since publication, the book has appeared monthly on the ECPA Bestseller List, has been translated into 19 languages, and continues to rank among the top bestselling titles in the Christian market and beyond.

“Reaching one million copies sold is a remarkable achievement, and a testament to the enduring relevance of The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry,” said Campbell Wharton, SVP and Publisher, PRH Christian. “This milestone affirms what we’ve seen over the past several years—that the book is not a momentary bestseller, but one with lasting influence. John Mark Comer has helped shape how a generation thinks about faith, formation, and the pace of life.”

“It’s humbling to see how God can turn our weaknesses into strength; my personal struggle to live at the pace of Jesus has been redeemed beautifully by this book’s warm and wide reception, and for that I am incredibly grateful,” says Comer.

In The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry, Comer examines the emotional and spiritual costs of modern life’s relentless pace and offers a compelling invitation to live differently. Through a blend of personal narrative, cultural observation, Scripture, and practical insight, the book has encouraged readers to rethink their priorities and cultivate a more grounded, present, and spiritually attentive way of life.

The book initially shipped 13,000 copies in October 2019 and now has been reprinted 34 times. Sales have continued year over year with fourth quarter sales for 2025 up 35 percent from the year prior.

Reader reviews reflect the book’s broad and sustained appeal, consistently describing The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry as “a book that changed the way I think about my life and faith” and “something I find myself returning to again and again,” underscoring the depth of its impact and continued word-of-mouth momentum.

About the Author
John Mark Comer is the New York Times bestselling author of The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry, Live No Lies, Practicing the Way—awarded ECPA’s 2025 Christian Book of the Year—and four previous books. He is also the Founder and Teacher of Practicing the Way, a simple, beautiful way to integrate spiritual formation into your life and community. Prior to starting Practicing the Way, he spent almost 20 years pastoring Bridgetown Church in Portland, Oregon, and working out apprenticeship to Jesus in the post-Christian West. Most importantly, he is husband to Tammy and father to Jude, Moses, and Sunday.

About WaterBrook
WaterBrook is an imprint of Penguin Random House Christian Publishing Group, a division of Penguin Random House, LLC. In 2026, WaterBrook is celebrating 30 years of publishing books that inspire and help readers thrive as they follow Jesus amid the complexities and opportunities of life today.

Available April 2026, journalist Elise Ann Allen and PRH Christian release the new biography of Robert Prevost, now Pope Leo XIV

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (February 5, 2026)—As global attention turns to May 8, the one-year anniversary of Pope Leo XIV’s election, journalist Elise Ann Allen will release Pope Leo XIV: The Biography (on sale April 28, 2026; Image; ISBN 9798217155705). The biography arrives as journalists, policymakers, religious leaders, and laypeople alike undertake a worldwide assessment on what Pope Leo XIV’s first year in office signals for global public life.

Allen, a Crux correspondent who first met the man formerly known as Robert Prevost in 2018, includes exclusive transcripts from his first-ever public interview as pope, as well as stories and reflections from those who know him personally.

PRH Christian Senior Vice President and Publisher Campbell Wharton said,

“Elise Ann Allen’s rare, firsthand access to Pope Leo XIV makes this biography especially insightful. She wasn’t observing Robert Prevost from a distance, but spent years in the room with him—listening and asking hard questions before the world watched him become the first American pope. What emerges is a portrait rooted in humility, and a vision of leadership that is going to help the Church rethink authority, community, and moral responsibility in a fractured world. The book is a fascinating front row seat into Pope Leo’s life and thinking, and how these might influence the ways he is potentially going to shape the Catholic church for the next generation.”

Based on years of reporting and extensive conversations, Pope Leo XIV: The Biography offers an inside account of the man behind a papacy that has drawn global attention. Allen uses her unprecedented access to trace Prevost’s childhood in Chicago, his years as an Augustinian priest and a missionary in Peru, and the influential role he came to play in the Vatican as head of bishops—which ultimately led to his unexpected election in the 2025 conclave. She shares the consistency of Prevost’s character before and after his appointment, writing, “I was especially impressed by his humbleness, frankness, tranquility, and sense of transparency that he conveyed in our conversations.”

Allen positions Pope Leo XIV as a voice whose influence extends beyond leading the spiritual life for 1.3 billion Catholics worldwide. The book highlights Leo XIV’s expanding role as a global statesman. Allen examines how he’s joined other world leaders in shaping international conversations on moral authority, inequality, political division, labor, and technological disruption, while also advancing internal Vatican reforms.

Originally published in Spanish in fall 2025 as El Papa León XIV: Ciudadano del mundo, misionero del siglo XXI (ORIGEN), the book now reaches English-language readers in time for Pope Leo XIV’s first papal anniversary.

Pope Leo XIV: The Biography will release in hardcover, e-book, and audio formats from Image, a Catholic imprint of Penguin Random House, on April 28, 2026.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR:
Elise Ann Allen is a correspondent in Rome for the specialized media outlet Crux. Before joining Crux, Allen worked with Catholic News Agency, first as a multimedia and content management assistant in Denver, Colorado. She holds a degree in philosophy and communication from the University of Northern Colorado.

ABOUT THE PUBLISHER:
Image—an imprint of PRH Christian, a division of Penguin Random House, LLC—has been dedicated to publishing solid, unswerving, admirable Catholic resources for over fifty years. The quality of books published by Image is unparalleled and each offering is sure to deepen the Catholic reader’s faith. Notable authors include Pope Francis, Cardinal Timothy Dolan, Bishop Robert Barron, Brant Pitre, Flannery O’Connor, and Henri Nouwen.

To request interviews or excerpts, please contact: 
PRH Christian publicists Ava Perego at perego@penguinrandomhouse.com and
Becca Schriner at rschriner@penguinrandomhouse.com

STEADY THROUGH THE NOISE

San Luis Obispo, CA — The Parable Group announces the release of its 2026 State of Christian Retail report, a comprehensive look at the sales performance, category trends, and retailer sentiment shaping Christian retail. Beyond a year-end recap, the report highlights how faith-driven retailers continue to serve as trusted places of hope, truth, and connection in their communities.

Following a near-flat year in 2024, Christian retail sales gained modest ground in 2025, closing the year up 2.27% overall, with the strongest lift arriving in early fall. Even as momentum shifted month to month, customer demand remained steady—reflecting an ongoing hunger for faith-based products and spiritual encouragement.

This year’s report draws from both national sales data and retailer survey responses to spotlight what’s working, where challenges persist, and where retailers are investing in 2026.

Key findings in this year’s report:

• Sales growth returned: Same-store sales finished 2025 up 2.27% after a near-flat 2024 (-1.07%).
• More stores grew than declined: 47% of stores grew year over year, 25% were essentially flat, and 28% declined.
• Bible demand remained strong: Total Bible sales finished 2025 up 5.43%.
• Optimism remains high: 92% of surveyed retailers described their outlook as “Healthy” or “Steady—we will carry on.”
• Inventory challenges continue: 77% of survey responders reported inventory/logistics as challenging.

“In a noisy world, Christian retailers serve as vital outposts of hope and a steady presence for their communities,” said Greg Squires, CEO of The Parable Group. “This year’s growth confirms the hunger for more than just products; people are seeking truth, Bibles, and connection. We are seeing resilient ministries of presence that are lighting the way for years to come.”

The 2026 State of Christian Retail report is available now for download here.

Parable Group partners with Christian retailers, publishers, and ministries to drive growth through data-driven insights and innovative marketing solutions. With 40 years of experience, Parable Group is committed to advancing the Kingdom through collaboration and service. For more information, contact sally.ross@parablegroup.com or visit parablegroup.com.

Contact:  Sally Ross, (805) 329-4020, sally.ross@parablegroup.com

New Kensington, PA. February 2026 – It Doesn’t Have to Be This Hard: How We Are Transformed by the Holy Spirit has just been awarded a prestigious 2026 Illumination Award (Bronze) in the “Theology” category. This is yet another accolade for the newest book by best-selling author and award-winning theologian, Mike Nappa.

It Doesn’t Have to Be This Hard (Whitaker House) is the fascinating culmination of Nappa’s deep-dive study into all 246 direct references to the Holy Spirit in the New Testament. It’s available wherever Christian books are sold, and is published in multiple formats (paperback, audiobook, e-book, and a Spanish language edition).

According to the 2025 American Worldview Inventory research study:

• A supermajority of American Christians (70%) say they do not “believe in the living presence and power of the Holy Spirit.”
• Additionally, two-thirds (67%) do not believe “the God of the Bible provides them with power or guidance.”

Mike Nappa speaks directly into this situation by asking the question, “What does the Holy Spirit actually DO?” Warm, biblically-grounded, and superbly-written, Nappa’s answer may surprise you.

Mike Nappa is currently available for interviews in all media (print, TV, radio, internet, podcast), as well as public speaking engagements. To access all Media Pro resources for this book (including high-resolution images, full media kit, author credentials, and more), visit: Nappaland.com/mediapros. Listen to one of Mike Nappa’s appearances on Moody Radio – click here.

Contacts:
Alec Smart, alecsmart@nappaland.com
Kate MacGregor, kate.macgregor@whitakerhouse.com

Bestselling Authors David Thomas and Sissy Goff Help Kids, Parents Know They Are CAPABLE

Nashville, TN (February 2, 2026)  –  Daystar Counseling therapists and bestselling authors David Thomas and Sissy Goff are embarking on a nine-city tour this Spring 2026 to bring to families the message of their upcoming book, Capable: How to Teach Your Kids Strengths, Skills and Strategies to Build Resilience (Baker Publishing, releases April 21, 2026).

Tour Dates and Locations:

• April 20 – Nashville (Franklin), TN – Church of the City | Franklin
• April 23 Alpharetta (Atlanta), GA – North Point Church
• April 24 – High Point, NC – Community Bible Church
• April 27 – Knoxville (Morristown), TN – Manley Baptist Church
• April 28 – Mountain Brook (Birmingham), AL – Canterbury United Methodist Church
• April 30 – Oklahoma City, OK – Emmaus Baptist Church
• May 1 – Dallas, TX – Park Cities Baptist Church
• May 2 – Austin, TX – Lake Hills Church
• May 3 – Missouri City (Houston), TX – Houston’s First Baptist – Sienna

The book and tour were announced on social media (@RaisingBoysandGirls and @SissyGoff) to the pair’s extensive online following this week. Tickets are on-sale at www.capablebook.com.

David Thomas and Sissy Goff are connecting face-to-face with parents and caregivers in the trenches of raising kids to be resilient and capable. They’ll speak with families across the nation to discuss how:

• Sturdy is better than successful. Kids need to develop internal strength that lasts, more than external achievements that fade.
• Healthy is more important than happy. When happiness is the goal, kids have too much power. When health is the goal, they find what they need.
• Resilience lasts longer than relief or rescue. Rescuing kids from discomfort actually robs them of the internal strength to develop that will be required throughout their lives.
• Capable has more weight than confident. When true capability is discovered, kids will experience both the competence and confidence that will help them thrive.

One key component to building resilience in kids is self-ownership and self-awareness. David and Sissy help kids put this into practice with the upcoming companion workbook, I Am Capable: Unlocking the Secret Strengths Inside of You (Baker Publishing, releases May 2026), filled with hands-on activities for children ages 6-12 to:

• See the ways they are already strong
• Practice skills that build resilience
• Learn strategies to cope with life’s challenges
• Develop confidence from doing hard things
• Take calculated risks and set goals

Sissy Goff, M.Ed., LPC-MHSP, and David Thomas, LMSW, have spent more than thirty years sitting with kids, listening to their stories, and helping them discover their strength, courage, and capability, alongside their own therapy assistants, the Daystar dogs. As the Executive Directors of Daystar Counseling Ministries in Nashville, Tennessee, they count it one of their greatest joys to walk alongside children, teens, and families through the ups and downs of growing up.

Sissy and David are sought-after parenting speakers, and frequent guests on national media outlets, such as NBC News, CNN, Good Morning America, Inside Edition, Christianity Today, The Washington Post, and USA Today. Together, they’ve written 25 bestselling books to offer hope, encouragement, and practical help for families, including Raising Worry-Free Girls, Raising Emotionally Strong Boys, The Worry-Free Parent, Are My Kids on Track?, and more.

They also co-host the nationally recognized Raising Boys and Girls podcast, which has been downloaded more than 14 million times by parents who want to feel less alone and more equipped in their parenting journey. You can connect with Sissy and David at raisingboysandgirls.com or find daily encouragement on Instagram @SissyGoff and @RaisingBoysandGirls.

Bethany House has been publishing high quality books for over 60 years. From humble beginnings as a publishing ministry for a missions organization, they are now a division of Baker Publishing Group, one of the top Christian publishing houses. Bethany House seeks to uplift readers’ families, faith, and free time with our library of industry-leading fiction and bestselling, Christ-centered nonfiction. Their nonfiction encompasses a variety of subjects, including Christian living, family resources, theology, heaven, and many more. Baker Publishing Group publishes high-quality writings that represent historic Christianity and serve the diverse interests and concerns of evangelical readers. For more information, visit bakerpublishinggroup.com.

 

The Man on the Middle Cross Released September 2025

Leyland, England, UK – January 20 2026.  10Publishing is pleased to announce that Alistair Begg’s evangelistic book The Man on the Middle Cross has been licensed in 34 languages across six continents.

“This is exactly the kind of global impact we hoped The Man on the Middle Cross would have,” says 10ofthose President, Jonathan Carswell. “Our prayer was that Alistair’s winsome message of Jesus’ invitation to all would reach many people all across the world. These licenses ensure it will now reach six continents.”

Partnering with Alistair Begg’s ministry, Truth For Life, and publishers from around the world, The Man on the Middle Cross is being translated into some of the world’s most widely spoken languages, including Spanish, Chinese, Arabic, Hindi, Portuguese, German, Russian, and French.

This expanding translation effort is transforming the book into a truly global resource, serving churches, ministries, and readers throughout Europe, Africa, Asia, and beyond. For example, at the recent Frankfurt Book Fair a team from local churches supported by Verbum Medien and 10Publishing were able to hand out thousands of copies in German and English for free to people in one of the city’s squares.

Inspired by Alistair Begg’s viral sermon video clip in 2019, the book retells the stories of three people who engaged with Jesus’ invitation of grace. It encourages readers to consider what answer they would give when arriving at the gates of heaven and presented with the question: “On what basis are you here?”

Along with major retail outlets, the book is sold at 10ofthose.com, who provide the bookstore for Revive our Hearts, The Gospel Coalition, Radical and Getty Music among many others.

Alistair Begg is the Bible teacher at Truth for Life, a worldwide radio and digital ministry. He served as Senior Pastor at Parkside Church in Cleveland, Ohio, for over forty years. He graduated from theological college in London and served two churches in Scotland before moving to Ohio. He is married to Susan, and they have three grown children.

Please contact:  Product Marketer, Gina Vaughan (gina.vaughan@10ofthose.com)
Review copies of the book and media interviews are available upon request.

 

 

Vancouver, BC & Orange County, CA —
January 29, 2026 – Worship Road Media, the new media driving force behind Worship Road Radio and Breakout Magazine, has partnered with leading faith-based marketing agency FrontGate Media to represent sponsorships and advertising across its rapidly growing platforms in the United States, Canada, and beyond.

As North America’s fastest-growing Christian digital radio station, Worship Road Radio offers a revolutionary format—24/7 interruption-free Christian music—reaching a global audience through mobile apps, smart speakers, and digital radio platforms. Breakout Magazine, its recently launched interactive publication, spotlights emerging Christian artists, worship leaders, and the stories behind the music, expanding Worship Road’s reach into cultural engagement.

Worship Road Radio: Redefining Christian Broadcasting for a New Generation

Launched in 2024, Worship Road Radio has quickly emerged as a transformative voice in Christian broadcasting. Operating as a non-profit under the Worship Road Radio Foundation and based in Vancouver Canada, the station offers a truly unique listening experience—free from ads, fundraising sharathons, and sermons. At the heart of its mission is a broadened, deeply personal definition of worship music: any music that inspires listeners to worship our Lord.

This inclusive approach allows for a rich, diverse playlist that spans genres and styles while staying grounded in a spirit of reverence and praise. With a weekly rotation featuring over 300% more songs than conventional Christian radio, Worship Road Radio directly addresses listener fatigue from regular fundraising programming and repetitive playlists and champions emerging and independent artists who are often overlooked by mainstream formats.

The station’s innovative digital ecosystem enhances listener engagement by offering multiple access points for its studio-quality 24/7 live stream. Listeners can tune in via their free app on smartphones, tablets, laptops, radio aggregators like TuneIn and Radio.net, or smart speakers by simply saying, “Alexa, play Worship Road Radio.”

Breakout Magazine: The Interactive Platform Introducing the Future of Christian Music

Breakout Magazine is not just a publication—it’s a first-of-its-kind interactive experience designed to connect Christian music fans with the next generation of Christian artists, worship leaders, singer-songwriters, and faith-based creatives.

Breakout is pioneering a new way to discover and engage with emerging Christian artists—through a seamless blend of written stories, embedded music tracks, music videos, and personal interviews that reveal the artist’s heart, testimony, and passion for ministry.

Every feature is fully immersive—readers can: 1. meet the artist through authentic written profiles; 2. listen to their music directly within the article; 3. watch their music videos and behind-the-scenes content; and hear from them personally in exclusive video interviews

Available 24/7 on any digital device—and also offered in beautiful collectible print editions—Breakout is designed to go wherever your audience goes, making music discovery a personal and spiritual experience.

Sponsor opportunities with Breakout Magazine include high-visibility brand alignment through interactive artist features, digital and print exposure, and multi-platform campaigns that connect your message with passionate Christian music fans. To explore customized packages and availability, please contact FrontGate Media for more information.

A Synergistic Partnership for Advertisers and Sponsors

The collaboration between Worship Road Radio and FrontGate Media offers sponsors unparalleled access to a new, passionate, dedicated and engaged Christian audience; a unique opportunity to connect with listeners in meaningful ways that includes engaging with a niche audience passionate about Christian music and values with a trusted and respected Christian media outlet, providing Multi-Platform Exposure across various channels, including live broadcasts, online streaming, and social media platforms.

Brands can sponsor specific programs or segments featuring music, books, movies, devotionals, entertainment, and more—going beyond standard commercial spots or radio reads to include integrated exposure across on-air content, digital platforms, and both virtual and in-person events, as well as full-page ads and tour promotions.

Scott A. Shuford, Chief Engagement Officer of FrontGate Media, commented on the partnership:

“Worship Road Radio is reshaping what’s possible in Christian broadcasting—not just through their interruption-free, music-focused format, but also by offering truly innovative partnership opportunities. In a time when traditional Christian radio can feel repetitive and limited, Worship Road offers a fresh, digital-first platform for meaningful brand engagement. Their forward-thinking approach makes them one of the most important additions to the faith-based media space today.”

About Worship Road Media Foundation
Based in Vancouver, BC, the non-profit Worship Road Media Foundation is committed to expanding the Christian music industry by creating greater opportunities for artists who are often overlooked by traditional Christian media, while also democratizing access to Christian music through new media platforms that reach underserved audiences across North America and beyond, building a global worship community where none previously existed.

Worship Road Radio is North America’s first fully digital, interruption-free Christian music station, dedicated to offering a non-stop soundtrack of spiritually rich Christian music. The station has already become the fastest-growing Christian radio station in America and Canada. Breakout magazine, with its circulation exceeding 160,000, provides Christian music fans with unprecedented access to new, emerging, and independent artists who create inspiring music.  Learn more at www.WorshipRoad.com.

About FrontGate Media
FrontGate Media is an award-winning, full-service marketing agency and media group specializing in the Faith and Family audience. With over 7,500 campaigns and a powerful digital network, FrontGate offers expert services in public relations, advertising, media buying, social marketing, and content development. Their work has earned honors from the Internet Advertising Competition, the WebAwards, and the Emmy® Awards.
Visit: www.FrontGateMedia.com

Media Contact:
Jesús Peña, Public Relations – FrontGate Media, JesusP@FrontGateMedia.com, +1-949-799-4477

 

January 2026 | LISLE, IL—InterVarsity Press (IVP) will host a free, two-part webinar series on February 3 and 10 to help parents and caregivers thoughtfully engage the topic of Christian nationalism.

In recent years, Christian nationalism in the United States has become more prevalent, leading to a cultural climate marked by divisions and tense discussions around faith, identity, and politics. It can be difficult to navigate these issues ourselves, let alone figuring out how to engage our own families, communities, and kids.

In this two-part webinar series, trusted IVP authors will have conversations about what Christian nationalism is, the causes of its increased prevalence, and how it affects our communities, including the youngest among us.

“We are living in tumultuous times, and it’s difficult as a parent or caregiver to fully know how to best engage the topic of Christian nationalism within our families and communities. But nor can we ignore what is happening right before our eyes,” said Helen Lee, digital media strategist at IVP and moderator for the first webinar session. “I’m so grateful for our authors who can equip us on this topic through their thoughtful, Christ-centered expertise, as well as for the work that the Wholehearted Households team has done to produce these first live events. May they serve families and have lasting, positive impact for the good of the church.”

The first session, on February 3, 2026 at 7 p.m. Central, will focus on “Understanding Christian Nationalism in the United States.” This session will serve as a primer for understanding the broader scope of Christian nationalism: what it is, why it’s gaining popularity, and why it’s ultimately incompatible with Jesus’ teachings.

Guest expert Miranda Zapor Cruz, professor of historical theology at Indiana Wesleyan University and author of Faithful Politics, will first give a brief introduction to Christian nationalism, defining key terms and discussing its history and origins. Jonathan P. Walton will then help identify reasons for the rise of Christian nationalism and how different communities are currently responding. After these two presentations, Walton and Cruz will discuss with each other and answer questions.

Walton is a senior resource specialist for InterVarsity Christian Fellowship, focusing on political discipleship and civic engagement, and the author of five books, including Twelve Lies That Hold America Captive and Beauty and Resistance.

The second webinar is scheduled for February 10, 2026 at 7 p.m. Central on the topic of “Addressing Christian Nationalism with Our Families and Communities.” This conversation will touch on what to do when family members or communities disagree, how to tend to the spiritual lives of our kids when talking about Christian nationalism, and the need for intentional family discipleship through it all. This panel discussion will also allow for questions at the end and includes guest experts Lacy Finn Borgo, Caleb Campbell, and Christina Edmondson.

Borgo teaches and provides spiritual direction with adults and children through Renovaré, Mercy Center Burlingame, and the Companioning Center. She is the author of Spiritual Conversations with Children, Faith Like a Child, and All Will Be Well.

Campbell has been a pastor at Desert Springs Bible Church in Phoenix, Arizona, since 2006 and lead pastor since 2015. He is the author of Disarming Leviathan.

Edmondson is a higher education instructor and cohost of Get in The Word with Truth’s Table and the Truth’s Table podcasts. She is the coauthor with Chad Brennan of Faithful Antiracism and is a certified Cultural Intelligence facilitator.

For more about the webinars and guest experts, and to register for one or both sessions visit ivpress.com.

Media Contact:  Krista Clayton, kclayton@ivpress.com

Lloyd-Jones Invites Readers of All Ages to Join Her and Musician Jon Guerra for a Cozy, Intimate One-of-a-Kind Experience to Fill Your Heart with Joy

NASHVILLE, Jan. 29, 2026 — Beloved storyteller and bestselling author of the global phenomenon, The Jesus Storybook Bible, Sally Lloyd-Jones will hit the road in April for a four-city tour to celebrate the release of her heartwarming new picture book, Jesus, Our True Friend: Stories to Fill Your Heart With Joy (Zonderkidz, October 7, 2025). Sponsored by Compassion International, Jones will be joined by singer/songwriter Jon Guerra for “Jesus Our True Friend: Stories & Songs,” stopping in four cities across the US from April 24 – May 1, for evenings of heart, humor and beauty.

The Jesus Our True Friend: Stories & Songs Tour will blend Sally’s unique storytelling and readings with gorgeous, original music from singer/songwriter Jon Guerra. Beginning in Franklin, TN on April 24 and wrapping in San Antonio, TX on May 1, each stop on the tour promises to be a soul-stirring experience, sure to fill attendees of all ages to the brim with hope.

“My hope for these events is to fill the heart of everyone who attends with joy as they meditate on the love of Jesus—the True Friend who just can’t stop loving them, who won’t ever leave them, who came to rescue them, who wants them to join in with his Forever Happiness, and who loves them with a Wonderful, Never Stopping, Never Giving Up, Unbreaking, Always and Forever Love,” said Sally Lloyd-Jones.

Building on the global success of The Jesus Storybook Bible — which has inspired families around the world and has sold over six million copies and been translated into 70 languages and counting — Sally Lloyd-Jones and Jago have once again created a timeless treasure that became an instant classic upon its release last fall. As Sally says, “This collection of stories are all from Jesus’ life—they start with a party and they end with breakfast!”

Jesus, Our True Friend joins The Jesus Storybook Bible, Thoughts to Make Your Heart Sing, Song of the Stars, and other beloved titles by Sally Lloyd-Jones as part of the recently announced brand, The Story of God’s Great Love.

Guests will experience Sally’s delightful storytelling paired with Jon’s soulful music for a truly lovely and deeply moving experience in an intimate setting. Each adult ticket will include a signed copy of Jesus, Our True Friend, and two children are invited to join per each adult ticket. All ages are welcome to attend this event, but the show is most suitable for elementary ages and older.

For more information and to purchase tickets in a city near you, please visit:

• April 24, Franklin Theatre – Franklin, TN
• April 25, All Saints Dallas – Dallas, TX
• April 26, Providence Classical Academy – Bossier City, LA
• May 1, Grace Northridge Anglican Church – San Antonio, TX

Sally Lloyd-Jones is a New York Times bestselling writer of over 40 books for children. Her work has been critically acclaimed by the New York Times and the Wall Street Journal and includes: The Jesus Storybook Bible, an ALA Notable and Platinum Book Award winner, which has been translated into 70 languages and has sold six million copies; How To Be a Baby, by Me The Big Sister, a New York Times Notable Book; and the Christopher Medal winner, Baby Wren and the Great Gift. Sally was born in Uganda, raised in East and West Africa and at a boarding school in the New Forest, England, studied at the Sorbonne, and now lives in New York City. She can be found at sallylloyd-jones.com.  Connect with Sally:Website | Instagram | Facebook

Jon Guerra is a singer-songwriter who writes Devotional Music – less Sunday morning worship music and more Monday morning prayer music. His debut album, Little Songs, released in 2015. He has also composed music for Terrence Malick’s 2019 film, “A Hidden Life.” His first album of Devotional Music is Keeper of Days, followed by Ordinary Ways in 2023. His new EP, American Gospel, is out now. He lives in Austin, TX.  Connect with Jon:  Website | Instagram | Facebook

Zonderkidz™, the children’s division of Zondervan, inspires young lives through imaginative, innovative and educational resources that represent a Christian worldview and build up God’s children and teens. For additional information, please visit www.zonderkidz.com.

Zondervan is a world-leading Bible publisher and provider of Christian communications. Zondervan, as part of HarperCollins Christian Publishing, Inc., delivers transformational Christian experiences through its bestselling Bibles, books, curriculum, academic resources and digital products. The Company’s products are sold worldwide and translated into nearly 200 languages. Zondervan’s offices are located in Grand Rapids, Michigan. For additional information, please visit www.zondervan.com.

CONTACT:  Katie Bell, 731-803-9056, katie@epic.inc