Selected Work by Alex Childs
Selected Work by Tricia Childs
Magazine features and ministry communications written by Tricia in her role at Word of Life. Her experience adds depth to the writing and editorial support available through Alexander Childs Writing.
Magazine Profile
I Want My Life to Count
Writing: Tricia Childs · Word of Life
A profile of Peter Fretheim tracing his journey from a corporate career to decades of ministry in Nigeria.
Published in The Word of Life Experience, Fall 2026, pages 14–17.
Read Peter’s profile in the magazineCamp Impact Report
Summer 2026 at Word of Life U.S. Camps
Writing: Tricia Childs · Word of Life
A seasonal recap combining camp results with personal stories, helping supporters see the people behind the numbers.
Read the camp recapFacility & Community Story
More Than a Building
Writing: Tricia Childs · Word of Life
A feature showing how the Florida Student Life Center shapes students’ daily lives, relationships, and sense of belonging.
Published in The Word of Life Experience, Fall 2026, pages 20–22.
Read the feature in the magazineMinistry Impact Story
Eternity 1 Million: Uganda
Writing: Tricia Childs · Word of Life
A ministry update connecting the scale of an outreach with Edwin’s personal journey from addiction to faith and service.
Read Edwin’s storyAreas of Writing
Impact Stories & Nonprofit Storytelling
Human-centered stories that demonstrate the work and impact of mission-driven organizations.
Ministry Communications
Stories, updates, articles, and communications created for churches and ministries.
Devotional & Thought Leadership
Faith-based essays, theological reflection, and spiritual formation writing.
Literary & Creative Work
Literary nonfiction, poetry, personal essays, and other creative writing.
Publications
Publications
Selected publications and communications experience from Alex and Tricia Childs.
Alex Childs
Sonflowers
Author of a self-published theological poetry collection.
Tricia Childs
The Word of Life Experience
Head Writer, Fall 2026 magazine, including profiles and ministry features.
Alex Childs
Word of Life Global Views
Published blog contributor, Summer 2025.
Tricia Childs
Word of Life Life Change Stories
Writer of camp recaps and international ministry impact stories.
Alex Childs
Keys for Kids
Devotional contributor, Summer and Fall 2022.
Tricia Childs
Grand Rapids City Young Life
Newsletter writing and ministry communications.
Alex Childs
Substack
Author publishing as Alexander Childs.
Tricia Childs
Word of Life
Senior copywriter and editor, with experience in newsletters, campaign copy, and magazine features.
Self-Published Poetry Book - Sonflowers
Word of Life Global Views Blog Summer 2025
Keys for Kids Devotional, Summer 2022, Fall 2022
Substack Author - Alexander Childs
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