Kirby Unti

Martin Luther as Youth Worker

Children & Youth

“Todd Hobart's keen mind was able to retrieve from Luther's teachings and practice a refreshing approach to what it means to both care for and form children. Hobart's ability to tease out the importance of play in the life of children is often not valued by the church. Sadly, play is seen as not being 'religious' enough. Todd's emphasis upon the role that Luther played in confronting the state and church with both the responsibility and value of providing education for all children is highly relevant. Perhaps most importantly this book demonstrates the necessity for the church to be engaged in the political process for the common good. I believe that every parent and pastor would benefit from reading Martin Luther as Youth Worker.”