Author combines storytelling and craftsmanship to weave stories about God

From "Taiwan Church News" <enews@pctpress.org>
Date Fri, 18 Feb 2011 10:48:59 +0800

3077 Edition
February 14-20, 2011

Church Ministry News



Author combines storytelling and craftsmanship to weave stories about God



Reported by Chiou Kuo-rong

Written by Lydia Ma



Renowned children’s book writer Liu Ching-yan is famous for his children’s 
picture books, but rumor has it that he’s also turned into a necklace designer 
recently. Apparently, what first began as a gift idea later turned into a 
partnership with Cosmic Light Christian publication.

Liu first began designing crosses because of his passion for writing children’s 
books. He said behind every cross design is a story waiting to be told and 
insists storytelling shouldn’t be limited to words on a page. With this 
conviction, he has since continued on his quest to find different means to tell 
stories to children.

So far, he has designed 5 styles of crosses – 5 loaves & 2 fish, Fishers of 
Men, Jesus Bless, Rose of Sharon, and Vine & Branches. Each style is based on a 
Bible story.

According to Cosmic Light, the necklace is not only handmade, but also made of 
925 pure silver. Guessing that many buyers will wonder what inspired such a 
design, Liu has already included inside each box a glossy piece of paper 
detailing the Bible story behind a particular cross design. He hopes that each 
cross and its story will help further the gospel message.



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