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You may not know the names of these unsung heroes. Yet they are quietly yet profoundly changing the lives of those they teach. And those students go on to teach, through actions and words, the compassion of God for all people. Read these heartfelt testimonies and you'll be inspired yourself to be a teacher and ambassador of God's love. - Victoria Rebeck Many of us were guided into the Christian faith and field of Christian education by influential saints of the church; some were famous and well-known, others were just everyday fully devoted followers of Jesus Christ. Each has had an everlasting impression on us whose actions that we have tried to emulate and pass on to others. This book is an inspirational gift that provides a dynamic reflection of the impact that these servants have had on our futures and the future of the church. - David Melton Faith Formers pares down to the core of the soul. Dr. Patty Meyers gives readers the opportunity to experience the stories of people who've courageously decided to remove the layers of their lives in sharing who has most shaped their faith. By engulfing this rich book, the sweetness of the fruit is cherished. Faith Formers has made space for the writers to share an impactful part of their lives with everyone who turns the pages. It provided me with further healing and growth to give my testimony about the lineage of grandmothers in my life, along with the grandmother who never physically birthed children herself. Faith Formers is sure to inspire, encourage and leave readers feeling satisfied by the testimonies of many. - Sherry Arlena Waters These poignant stories of mentors, spiritual friends, memorable teachers and advocates are not just sentimental nostalgia. They teach us about teaching and about the significance of Christian formation for binding the generations and taking the leap into a hope-filled future. - Susan Willhauck This little volume is a love story. People who have influenced the lives teaching, and calling of Christian educators need to be remembered and that happens here. Those who are remembered in this volume made a difference in the world by teaching and modeling ways of teaching. They helped others to know that they are beloved by God and to respond to their call to teach. - Margaret Ann Crain