{"product_id":"the-celebration-place-gods-plan-for-a-delightfully-diverse-church-hardcover","title":"The Celebration Place: God's Plan for a Delightfully Diverse Church - Hardcover","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reportcopyrightinfringement.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReport copyright infringement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eDorena Williamson\u003c\/b\u003e (Author), \u003cb\u003eErin Susanne Banks\u003c\/b\u003e (Illustrator)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBlack Authors Matter Children's Book Award\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eNo longer is church a divided space\u003cbr\u003e Now it's a celebration place!\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChurch is more than just a building--it's a gathering of God's people to celebrate who he is and all that he has done. Welcome to \u003ci\u003eThe Celebration Place\u003c\/i\u003e, a beautifully illustrated book that invites children to envision God's dream for a delightfully diverse church. Authored by Dorena Williamson and brought to life with vibrant illustrations by Erin Bennett Banks, this book inspires kids to see the beauty of community, unity, and justice in God's kingdom. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Celebration Place\u003c\/i\u003e helps kids and families explore themes of inclusivity and belonging, emphasizing that church is a place where God's people celebrate diversity, work together, and learn about God's vision for justice and unity. That was the message that Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. shared, and it's an important message for us today. Because of God's great love, church should be the best celebration place! \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis delightful rhyme, accompanied by colorful illustrations, will be enjoyed by children and the adults who read with them. Also included is a note from the author to encourage further conversation about the content. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey features: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFully Illustrated: \u003c\/b\u003e Stunning artwork that captures the imagination and brings the message to life \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eParent and Caregiver Message: \u003c\/b\u003e Includes a message from the author to help families discuss the book's themes with children \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eA Heartfelt Tribute to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.: \u003c\/b\u003e Highlights the legacy of Dr. King's vision and work for justice andunity \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003ePerfect for Christian parents, caregivers, church leaders, and educators, \u003ci\u003eThe Celebration Place\u003c\/i\u003e encourages families to celebrate the vibrant, inclusive family of God. Share this meaningful story with the children in your life, and start conversations about faith, justice, and the beauty of diversity. Discover IVP Kids and share with children the things that matter to God! \u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eErin Bennett Banks is an illustrator with a passion for rich narratives and culturally distinct storytelling. Banks has illustrated seven children's books, earning recognition by \u003ci\u003eThe New York Times\u003c\/i\u003e, Oppenheim Toy Portfolio, and the Gustavus Myers Center for the Study of Bigotry and Human Rights. She has created artwork for \u003ci\u003eHighlights for Children Magazine\u003c\/i\u003e, Candlewick Press, McGraw-Hill, \u003ci\u003eThe Weekly Reader\u003c\/i\u003e, and \u003ci\u003eHarvard Business Review\u003c\/i\u003e. Banks lives in Charleston, South Carolina with her illustrator husband and three creative girls.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorena Williamson has a passion for \u003ci\u003eall\u003c\/i\u003e children to hear the message of God's diverse kingdom. She writes children's books that adults also enjoy and is the author of \u003ci\u003eColorFull\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eThoughtFull\u003c\/i\u003e, and \u003ci\u003eGraceFull\u003c\/i\u003e. Priorto becoming an author, Dorena enjoyed a career as a social counselor, a worship leader, and a stylist. In 1995, Dorena and her husband, Chris, cofounded Strong Tower Bible Church in Franklin, Tennessee, a multicultural fellowship passionate about biblical justice and God's diverse kingdom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 32\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.24 x 9.29 x 9.06 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIllustrated:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e November 09, 2021\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50357630927085,"sku":"9781514002582","price":20.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0020\/8918\/9441\/files\/8OwQ_s55Ew9781514002582.webp?v=1785356038","url":"https:\/\/www.webster.direct\/products\/the-celebration-place-gods-plan-for-a-delightfully-diverse-church-hardcover","provider":"Webster.Direct","version":"1.0","type":"link"}