{"id":1468,"date":"2024-12-06T02:27:43","date_gmt":"2024-12-06T02:27:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/hillsong.com\/newsroom\/?p=1468"},"modified":"2024-12-06T02:27:43","modified_gmt":"2024-12-06T02:27:43","slug":"david-c-cook-and-hillsong-to-release-childrens-book-series-inspired-by-worship-songs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/hillsong.com\/newsroom\/blog\/2024\/12\/david-c-cook-and-hillsong-to-release-childrens-book-series-inspired-by-worship-songs\/","title":{"rendered":"David C Cook and Hillsong to Release Children\u2019s Book Series Inspired by Worship Songs"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong>First co-published title, Let There Be Light, launches December 2024<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Christian publisher and music company David C Cook, in conjunction with Hillsong Church, announced today the upcoming release of a new series of children\u2019s books based on well-known Christian music.<\/p>\n<p>Let There Be Light launches December 3, 2024, and is the first book in a series designed to bring Hillsong music to life through stories and illustrations.<\/p>\n<p>Let There Be Light sparks awe and wonder in children, placing value on them as they learn they are God\u2019s most loved creation.  The book features captivating rhymes and Bible verses as it takes children and families on a beautifully illustrated journey, exploring God\u2019s detailed craftmanship of heaven, earth and all living things.<\/p>\n<p>Other anticipated song-inspired titles include Never Walk Alone and Who You Say I Am, both scheduled for release March 4, 2025.<\/p>\n<p>In addition to the new children\u2019s book series, David C Cook and Hillsong will co-publish other books and studies in support of their efforts to reach more people around the world with resources to grow in their faith.<\/p>\n<p>Readers can look forward to the January 7, 2025, release of Jesus and \u2026.  This inspirational Christian devotional and study hybrid by Robert Fergusson offers fresh insights into the Gospel of Luke.  Additional collaborations between David C Cook and Hillsong are slated for release throughout 2025 and beyond.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThere is important and rich transformational content coming out of Hillsong,\u201d said Chadd Miller, David C Cook\u2019s divisional president of publishing. \u201cThe opportunity to co-develop and distribute materials from Hillsong\u2019s global community will enable us to identify and amplify international voices that will impact the Church in a meaningful way.\u201d  <\/p>\n<p>\u201cWe are grateful for David C Cook\u2019s long legacy of equipping the Church, which we believe will enhance our efforts to share the life-changing message of the gospel,\u201d said Joshua Olson, Hillsong Music &#038; Resources\u2019 manager. \u201cTheir deep history, knowledge, and experience are invaluable as we continue our mission to develop purpose-filled Jesus followers of all ages around the world.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>\u201cHillsong Music has always been an expression of our church, and we see an opportunity to also create authentic books and resources that will bless the wider body of the church,\u201d said Phil Dooley, Global Senior Pastor of Hillsong Church. \u201cAs we continue to steward the unique gifts God has given us, we\u2019re excited about the potential to build and share resources that reflect His heart and draw people closer to Him.\u201d<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/davidccook.org\/newsroom\/david-c-cook-and-hillsong-to-release-childrens-book-series-inspired-by-worship-songs\/\">Link to article here.<\/a><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>First co-published title, Let There Be Light, launches December 2024 Christian publisher and music company David C Cook, in conjunction with Hillsong Church, announced today the upcoming release of a new series of children\u2019s books based on well-known Christian music. 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