"This splendid book is truly transformational. Read it and grow as a godly communicator in every aspect of your life."

"Colleen Derr has put forth a biblically, theologically, and practically rich volume that will surely empower the church to engage in Spirit-driven communication that will transform ministries with children, youth, and adults. Derr has the rare ability to take you deeply into the resources of the Christian tradition while providing concrete recommendations that will transform your ministry. This is a must-read for every pastor, teacher, and leader in the church today."

"Renewing Communication is more than just a book. It is a guide based on a biblical foundation, solid research, life stories, and compelling writing that stretches readers to think beyond themselves and the present. The audience for this work is vast—church leaders both lay and clergy, parents, business leaders at all levels, global leaders, political leaders, and academic leaders. It would serve as an effective resource for groups of all combinations of backgrounds. I can only imagine what would happen in our world if readers would be courageous enough to follow what has been written here. Great Hope!"

"Where was this book when I started in ministry twenty years ago? Here's what we know . . . great leaders are great communicators. Dr. Colleen Derr is one of those great communicators and has written a book that every pastor, teacher, and communicator must read!"

"Colleen Derr speaks of Christian formation as if the Holy Spirit actually matters. Her writing is carefully nuanced between the work of the Spirit and the work of the person as compelled by the Holy Spirit. She operates with a rich pneumatology and creates a compelling vision for what a transformed church might look like. Bathed in Scripture, this book is a helpful tool for anyone who desires to communicate in a way that actually affects lives."

"Colleen, who is a brilliant educator and communicator, has tapped into a missing component that could change how we interact—by knowing our leadership does not occur without relationship. She helps us understand how Christ calls us to transform in order to be transformational in other people's lives."