Theology, Animation, and Toy Story: A Conversation with Jorge Canedo Estrada

In this interview we get to chat with animator and creative director Jorge Canedo Estrada. Jorge is known for working with ministries such as Desiring God, Crossway, and Ligonier.

InterviewsPatrolMarch 19, 2017Jorge Canedo Estrada Comments

What You Need to Know About the Reformation

The Christian church celebrates the 500th anniversary of the Reformation this year, specifically October 31. There is much to celebrate however it is difficult to do so if you’re not quite aware of exactly what happened in the Reformation...

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The Art of Documenting

Interview with Canadian filmmaker Stephen McCaskell and Director of LUTHER: The Life and Legacy of the German Reformer.

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Luther: The Life and Legacy of the German Reformer

The day is here! After two years of hard work, a successful kickstarter, many airplane rides, and hundreds (if not thousands) of hours, LUTHER: The Life and Legacy of the German Reformer comes to the big screen.

Golly's Folly Book Tour Recap

Last week Golly's Folly finally became available to the public. It was an exciting busy week here at Patrol Books. The book is flying off the shelves! Thanks to all of you who have been supportive.

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Don't Quit on the Church

In the last couple weeks I have received several emails and tweets from church creatives telling me how frustrated they are with their creative roles at their churches. Some were even on the verge of quitting.

Arts & MinistryEleazar RuizSeptember 7, 2016calling

God & Beauty

Why did God make everything beautiful? Why should we care? What does beauty tell me about God? Why would God gift people like you and me with a special ability to craft beautiful things?

Arts & TheologyEleazar RuizAugust 28, 2016beauty

Why Should the Church Care About Beauty?

‭‭Have you ever heard the following statements in church culture? Good design is something that big churches with big budgets do. Good design? We don’t have time for that. Good design? Well, that’s a luxury we can’t afford.

Arts & TheologyEleazar RuizAugust 21, 2016beauty, design, heaven

Things Happening at Patrol Books

In the last few weeks great things have been happening at Patrol Books. Let's recap!

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Golly's Folly: Behind the Letters

Hear from letterer & illustrator Nathan Yoder as he describes his process behind the lettering work in Golly's Folly.

InterviewsPatrolAugust 8, 2016Nathan Yoder, kids literature, kids lit, picture book, ecclesiastes, humble beast

Golly's Folly: Behind the Art

Golly's Folly has been widely praised for its beautiful illustrations. Check out this video to learn more about the illustration process.

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Golly’s Folly: Behind the Story

Happy Monday! We want to thank you for your gracious response to our pre-order launch last week! As promised, here is what into writing Golly’s Folly.

InterviewsPatrolJuly 25, 2016picture book, kids literature, kids lit, Eleazar Ruiz, Rebekah Ruiz, Bekah Ruiz, children's book, ecclesiastes, humble beast

Golly’s Folly: A Patrol Original

Patrol Books is pleased to announce our newest venture: a children’s book called Golly’s Folly: The Prince Who Wanted It All.

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