A global response to a big idea: Translating the Epistles with words children can actually understand

Posted on August 29, 2025 
Filed under Good News, Resources

At The Australian Church Record, Kirsten McKinlay speaks with Matt Dodd about his long-term project to translate the Epistles into language that is accessible for kids.

A wonderful project. Learn more at The Open Word.

And see the endorsements from many people you will know.

“This is the best thing I’ve seen in 40 years.”
– Bruce Linton, CMS NSW & ACT Co-ordinator for Youth and Children’s Ministry.

Image: Matt Dodd and Thom Bransdon with artwork for The Epistles for Kidsfrom their promotional video: