When I Go to Church, I Belong by Elrena Evans is a beautifully told story that reflects the message “come as you are.” Opening with a portion of Scripture from the Gospel of Matthew, the story reminds readers that Jesus told His followers not to hinder the children from coming to Him. Inspired by the author’s life experiences mothering children with special needs, When I Go to Church, I Belong shares the love God has for all His children, and how the Church heeding that message creates a welcoming environment for children to grow, learn, and experience what it truly means to be part of a church family.

The warm and engaging artwork by Rebecca Evans is the perfect complement to this story. The illustrations are as beautiful as the story itself. They capture the sights, sounds, scents, and feelings of a community.

When I Go to Church, I Belong is a must read and would be a great fit for any church or home library. It is a celebration of a life where everyone can belong.

Highly recommended!

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• Publisher ‏ : ‎ IVP Kids (September 19, 2023)
• Language ‏ : ‎ English
• Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 32 pages
• ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1514006677
• ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1514006672
• Reading age ‏ : ‎ 4 – 8 years

I downloaded a copy of this book from NetGalley. This review contains my honest opinions, which I have not been compensated for in any way.