After serving for fifteen years in two congregations as a pastor, Johan joined the research team of Petra Institute in 1996. He is a passionate researcher and participated in the writing on how to connect with children. Johan obtained a BA honours in Psychology, MA in Practical Theology and a PhD in Old Testament Theology. His empirical research was done on the role of Christian festivals in the faith formation of children.
He also applied a multifocal reading approach to the ‘children texts’ in the book of Joel with a special emphasis on reading them with a focus on children’s spirituality in faith communities.
Johan has also a special interest in intergenerational ministry and the spirituality of pre-school children.Johan and his wife Lenda lives in Strand in the Western Cape. He is an enthusiastic jogger and loves hiking with his seven grandchildren.
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