Believing in the Good: Faith-Based Parenting Through the Lens of Belonging with Mariko Clark and Rachel Eleanor
Fresh Start Family ShowShow Notes
Raising Kids with a Faith Rooted in Love—not Fear
In this tender and hope-filled episode, Wendy talks with author Mariko Clark and illustrator Rachel Eleanor, creators of The Book of Belonging—a reimagined children’s Bible centered on original goodness, emotional literacy, inclusive imagery, and a deeply compassionate view of God.
Together, they explore what it means to raise kids with a faith rooted in love, equity, and belonging—especially when you’re navigating your own journey of healing from high-control theology or rethinking inherited beliefs.
💛 What You’ll Learn:
How to introduce Scripture without fear, shame, or pressure
Why representation in spiritual spaces matters deeply for kids
How embodied, relational practices help children feel safe with God
The story behind The Book of Belonging and its gentle theology
Whether you’re deconstructing, rebuilding, or somewhere in the beautifully messy middle—this conversation will remind you: you’re not alone.
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