Matt Erickson

I'm so excited to share that pre-orders for my first book, _The Pastor as Gardener: A Renewed Vision for Ministry_ are now available! This book explores a vital question: How do we minister fruitfully and with hope in our present time?

Here is "The Weekend Wanderer" for 21 March 2026 - a weekly curated selection of news, stories, resources, and media at the intersection of faith and culture with links to Paul Kingsnorth on St Patrick, Janette Ok on preaching, Winn Collier on prayer, and more! Link below:

Writing a letter to a parishioner who is incarcerated puts a different perspective on my day.

I was blown away by this review of "The Pastor as Gardener" by @byronborger of Hearts and Minds Books. I felt that Byron not only read my book but read me. Link in comments:

One post discussing forthcoming books by Matthew Erickson, Jamie Smith, Kate Bowler, Michael Gorman, Malcolm Guite, Alan Noble and Tish Harrison Warren. Come on! heartsandmindsbooks.com/2026/03/8-grea…

Still reflecting on this verse I read in morning prayer today: "Blessed are those who have regard for the weak; the Lord delivers them in times of trouble." (Psalm 41:1)

Last summer, I attended a pastors gathering and met a bunch of wonderful people. One of those people was Dave Ripper, host of the "Deeper Experiences with God" podcast. I had so much fun joining Dave's podcast to talk about my book & spiritual formation: "Seeds, Seasons, & Soil."

Are you navigating the complexities of ministry? In the latest episode of “Field Notes for Pastors,” Dr. Vince Bacote highlights the crucial role of theology in pastoral work. Theology isn't just for scholars; it's essential for every pastor. Link in comments:

It’s getting real! So excited to hold a copy of "The Pastor as Gardener: A Renewed Vision for Ministry" with @eerdmansbooks in my hands! It's not too late to preorder here: eerdmans.com/9780802884145/…

Here is "The Weekend Wanderer" for 14 March 2026 - a weekly curated selection of news, stories, resources, and media at the intersection of faith and culture for you to explore through your weekend with features on John Perkins, Christian humanism, women in ministry, and more.

Friends in Madison, WI, I will be having an event for my book "The Pastor as Gardener" on March 25 hosted by Upper House. I'd love to have you join me and share the word with others as John Terrill leads a conversation with me on themes from the book. Registration link below:

@Ferndiggity Definitely on my list. Thanks for sharing.

Everyone needs to see The Voice Of Hind Rajab. It is an important and timely film. Best to watch it alone or in quiet company as it’s all sub-titled, but truly a beautiful and devastating film.

Today is a commemoration day for St. Gregory the Great, author of the renowned "Pastoral Rule" or "Pastoral Care." I mention Gregory and others as good guides for pastors in: "We Need Good Guides: Finding a new way to pastor in confusing times." Link in comments:

It was so great to join the CPT podcast this week!