John H. Westerhoff Iii

About the Author

John H. Westerhoff III is a distinguished theologian, educator, and author whose work has profoundly influenced Christian education and spiritual formation for over five decades. With a career spanning academia, ministry, and writing, he has served as a professor at Duke Divinity School and other institutions, where he championed experiential learning and faith development in young people. Westerhoff's insights draw from his deep engagement with liturgical practices, community building, and the challenges of nurturing belief in a changing world. His seminal book, Will Our Children Have Faith?: Third Revised Edition, explores strategies for passing on faith to the next generation, offering practical wisdom for parents, educators, and church leaders alike. Through his accessible and thoughtful prose, Westerhoff continues to inspire readers to cultivate vibrant, enduring spiritual lives.