In this craft-rich conversation, writer and lyricist Douglas McKelvey shares the winding path that led to Every Moment Holy, why Volume Two (grief, death, and hope) was formed in community, and how he thinks about vocation through a Kingdom economy—serving real people first. He previews his next book: a young-adult-focused collection (late HS through mid-20s) with longtime illustrator Ned Bustard. We also talk about the Art House in the ‘90s, Rabbit Room, and what it means to “mourn with those who mourn” while keeping hold of joy. Plus a fun closer: Doug invents a Chesterton-inspired coffee drink (“The Father Brown”).

You’ll hear about:

• The loaves-and-fishes posture in what you bring
• How community shapes our lives
• Why joy and sorrow don’t cancel each other out
• A forthcoming EMH book crafted for young adults entering adulthood
• Serving your community vs. chasing what sells

Mentioned in this episode:

• Every Moment Holy, Vols. 1–3 — Rabbit Room Press
• New EMH for young adults (forthcoming; with artist Ned Bustard)
• The Art House (Charlie Peacock & Andi Ashworth)
• Book: Adorning the Dark — Andrew Peterson
• Book: Why Everything That Doesn’t Matter Matters So Much — Charlie Peacock & Andi Ashworth
• Authors mentioned: G.K. Chesterton, C.S. Lewis, J.R.R. Tolkien, Susanna Clarke (Jonathan Strange & Mr Norrell)
• Book: Lament for a Son — Nicholas Wolterstorff
• Help The Persecuted (Doug’s shout-out)

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