April 18, 2012
Sacrifice and Balance in a Life of Ministry
Mark A. Taylor reflects on a married Catholic priest’s experiences and the familiar financial, family, and spiritual sacrifices faced by ministers and their families.
Articles for tag: Preachers Kids
February 1, 2012
The Homes Where Preachers Live
Preachers' families face unique pressures, but healthy homes can balance family and ministry. Mark A. Taylor reflects on parenting, sacrifice, grace, and helping children embrace Christian service as a shared calling.
January 31, 2012
Seven Heavens
Daniel Schantz looks back with humor and affection on growing up in seven parsonages, recalling crowded homes, nonexistent privacy, childhood mischief, unexpected visitors, and memories that made each house feel like Heaven.
January 30, 2012
A Preachers Kids Hopes for His Own PKs
Minister and preacher's kid Shan Caldwell reflects on growing up in a minister's family and shares lessons about church, parenting, conflict, vocation, ministry, community, and prayer.
January 29, 2012
How to Help a Preacher’s Kid
Growing up as a preacher's kid brings unique blessings and pressures. Charity Walker-Byers explores the struggles ministry kids face and practical ways parents and caring adults can listen, understand, and help.
January 28, 2007
Seven Heavens: Memories of Growing Up in Parsonages
A preacher’s kid looks back on seven parsonages in the 1950s—misfit houses, constant visitors, and unforgettable family mishaps—discovering that imperfect places can hold the happiest memories.
