My name is Johnna Fredrickson. Thank you for visiting my blog.  I began A Pen and a Prayer to write about matters of the heart, mind, and spirit. The posts are meant to be the beginning of a conversation more than a monologue. I welcome the thoughts of those who visit – a gift to me and others!

My Background

I received a PhD in Theology from Princeton Theological Seminary. My focus area is Practical Theology, and my major field Christian Education. I have taught in seminaries and churches, led retreats, and worked for denominational bodies. In 2010, my book How the Other Half Lives: the challenges facing clergy spouses and couples was released. In recent years, I’ve served as a director of lifelong education for an Episcopal church, writing pandemic and family friendly curricular materials. For the past couple of years, I was a Children and Youth Librarian in Bennington, Vermont.

These days, I’m living on the Massachusetts seacoast, enjoying the herons and seagulls. My life is made richer by my husband and two adult sons.