Mariko Clark: The Book of Belonging

Episode 28 October 23, 2022 00:41:41
Mariko Clark: The Book of Belonging
Becoming Church
Mariko Clark: The Book of Belonging

Oct 23 2022 | 00:41:41

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Hosted By

Kristin Mockler Young

Show Notes

“Does God love boys more than girls?” This was the question that got it all started and sent Mariko Clark on a mission to create a more inclusive children’s story Bible. The Book of Belonging - which is still being written! - doesn’t change the Bible but it does contain more female-centric stories, a brown Jesus and representation of people with all range of skin tones, ability, body shape and size. 

Written with mystery, wonder and mindfulness, The Book of Belonging leans less on morality lessons and more on helping kids understand their identity in Christ.

This episode is for any and everyone whose life includes a child they love so share this with parents, grandparents, educators, kids’ ministry volunteers and pastors!

 

LINKS FROM THIS EPISODE:

The Book of Belonging
Sample chapter from The Book of Belonging
Join the Waitlist
Rachel Eleanor’s work
The practice of Daily Examen 

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SCRIPTURES TO EXPLORE:

Jesus Fishing for Men: Matthew 4
Sarah and Hagar: Genesis 16 

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HANG OUT WITH US:

Mariko on IG: @marikoclark

Kristin on IG: @kristinmockleryoung
Kristin on TikTok: @kristinmockleryoung
Kristin on FB: @turningthegem 

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