Joy Wendling is a writer, a speaker, a podcaster, and the founder of Created to Play. She holds a master's in youth, family, and culture from Fuller Theological Seminary and is currently pursuing her PhD in educational studies at Trinity Evangelical Divinity School, where she serves as resource coordinator at the Center for Faith and Children. With over twenty years of experience in children, youth, and family ministry, Joy is passionate about helping parents disciple their children through meaningful connection and play. She lives on an island in the Pacific Northwest with her husband and five daughters. Connect with Joy at CreatedtoPlay.com, on Substack @createdtoplay, and on her podcast, Playfully Faithful Parenting.