April L. Diaz

Simple Prayer

Prayer & Spiritual Formation

“There are those books you read when the timing is just right and the words on a page are more Technicolor than black and white. Every once in a while, a book intersects your theology, your praxis, and our culture at exactly the right moment to produce catalytic growth and deep transformation. Simple Prayer is such a book. If you're tired, worn out, and burned out on religion, this book invites you to a new, ancient way of connecting with the triune God.”

The Influential Mentor

History & Biography

“Our whole story matters. Connecting the dots of Howie's whole story from a broken birth through decades of esteemed leadership contributions, this book gives both humanity and hope to how we all can live and lead with wholeness. As a true journalist, Maina beautifully interviews dozens who were deeply influenced by a man committed to fully live out his potential. This book reinvigorates me to become my whole self and give fully to others, especially those on the margins.”

The Praying Church

Prayer & Spiritual Formation

“Our world is desperately in need of supernatural leadership that brings more love, healing, and goodness. Amidst all the brokenness and pain, spiritual leaders must learn to live and lead with wholeness. Ed Salas is such a leader. For fifteen years I’ve walked closely with Ed and watched him from a distance. I’ve seen how the principles of this book are lived out in his life and carried through his leadership. These practical and powerful words are authentic and crucial for our times. Do yourself a favor. Read these words and put them into practice.”

The Self-Aware Leader

Church Leadership & Ministry

“Terry takes us on a deep dive into the inner life of a leader, which truly guides all of life and leadership. He is gentle and gracious, yet direct and relentless, to go after the critical areas of a leader's life. If you allow it, this book will be a deep dive into your soul and character that will utterly transform your whole life.”

Youth Ministry 3.0

Church Leadership & Ministry

“I finished reading this book in one sitting—I couldn’t stop. My palms were sweaty. My eyes filled with tears at different points. My heart raced. I felt a deep sense of ‘yes’ from the Holy Spirit. Youth Ministry 3.0 is a prophetic voice to the church. In it are conversations we’re having almost on a daily basis. It’s validating. It gives us something in writing that we’ve just been talking about. It gives us language for some things we’ve had no idea how to express. And, in my opinion, this isn’t just a youth ministry book. It’s a CHURCH book.”