The long story of children in theology is told via analysis of some twenty-five theologians, grouped according to six historical periods. Each account examines what a particular theologian thought about children and the experience it was based upon. Four themes that have shaped our attitudes about children in the church emerge from this history: ambivalence, ambiguity, indifference, and grace. The result of this study is to promote a healthier church, which will respect and utilize the distinctive gifts of children. In so doing, theologians will be better able to help clear the way for grace in the postmodern church.  Jerome W. Berryman was educated at the University of Kansas, Tulsa University School of Law, and Princeton Theological Seminary. He also holds a diploma from the Center for Advanced Montessori Studies in Bergamo, Italy. He is an Episcopal priest and is known the world over as the founder of the Godly Play spiritual practice for children. He is the author of numerous books, including the newly revised Teaching Godly Play. Hardcover. 276 pages.