Sally Clarkson

Sally Clarkson
Born (1953-08-03) August 3, 1953
El Paso, Texas, U.S.
OccupationWriter
SpouseClay Clarkson
ChildrenSarah, Joel, Nathan, Joy
Websitesallyclarkson.com

Sally Clarkson (born August 3, 1953) is an American writer and Christian ministry leader. She is known for her books on Christian motherhood[1][2][3] and homeschooling.[4][5]

Clarkson's husband, Clay Clarkson, is notable for being the grandson of Wiley G. Clarkson, an architect who was active in Texas during the early 20th century.[6][7]

Early life and education

Clarkson was born in El Paso, Texas, on August 3, 1953.[8] She attended Texas Tech University, where she studied English literature and education.

Career

After graduating from Texas Tech University, Clarkson served as a missionary during the 1970s with Campus Crusade for Christ, which operated in Eastern Europe, including in Poland. She returned to the United States in 1980.[9]

Clarkson's books focus on motherhood,[10][11][12] family life, spirituality, Christian womanhood, and home education.[13][14] She has written more than 30 books, which have collectively sold more than one million copies and have been translated into more than 10 languages.[15] Her books include The Mission of Motherhood (2001) and The Ministry of Motherhood (2004), which discuss Christian parenting.[16] Much of her work focuses on creating a "lifegiving" environment in the home.[17][18][19][20]

In 1996, she and her husband Clay Clarkson established Whole Heart Ministries, a nonprofit organization that provides resources relating to Christianity, parenting, and home education.[21][22][23]

Clarkson is also the host of the podcast At Home With Sally.[24]

Personal life

Clarkson is married to Clay Clarkson, who is the grandson of architect Wiley G. Clarkson. Together they have four children: writer Sarah Clarkson, composer Joel Clarkson, actor and filmmaker Nathan Clarkson,[25] and academic Joy Clarkson.[26][27][28][22][29] Her son Nathan Clarkson[30] has acted in films such as The Purge (2013).[31] Sally Clarkson currently resides between Colorado Springs, Colorado[1] and Oxford, England.[26]

Publications

  • The Mission of Motherhood: Touching Your Child's Heart for Eternity (2003), WaterBrook Press
  • The Ministry of Motherhood: Following Christ's Example in Reaching the Hearts of Our Children (2004), WaterBrook Press
  • Desperate: Hope for the Mom Who Needs to Breathe (2013), Thomas Nelson
  • Own Your Life: Living with Deep Intention, Bold Faith, and Generous Love (2015), Tyndale Momentum
  • The Lifegiving Home: Creating a Place of Belonging and Becoming (2016), Tyndale Momentum
  • The Lifegiving Table: Nurturing Faith Through Feasting, One Meal at a Time (2017), Tyndale Momentum
  • Different: The Story of an Outside-the-Box Kid and the Mom Who Loved Him (2017), Tyndale Momentum[32][33]
  • Only You Can Be You: What Makes You Different Makes You Great (2019), Thomas Nelson[34]
  • Mom Heart Moments: Daily Devotional Thoughts and Inspiration for Mothers (2019), Tyndale Momentum
  • Awaking Wonder: Opening Your Child's Heart to the Beauty of Learning (2020), Bethany House Publishers[35][36]
  • Help, I'm Drowning: Weathering the Storms of Life with Grace and Hope (2021), Bethany House Publishers
  • Tea Time Discipleship: Sharing Faith One Cup at a Time (2023), Harvest House Publishers[37]
  • Well Lived: Shaping a Legacy of Gratitude and Grace (2024), Harvest House Publishers

References

  1. 1 2 Hancock, Amanda (August 2, 2020). "Monument-based bestselling author still on a mission for kids after many worldly adventures". Retrieved 2026-06-10.
  2. ↑ "Sally Clarkson – Inspirational Mentor to Women". Equipping the Church. Retrieved 2026-06-10.
  3. ↑ "Sally Clarkson". RAPT Interviews. Retrieved 2026-06-10.
  4. ↑ "How to meet kids' social needs while homeschooling". WORLD. Retrieved 2026-06-10.
  5. ↑ "9 Tips to Survive Schooling from Home – CT Creative Studio". August 13, 2020. Retrieved 2026-06-10.
  6. ↑ Alltaras, Nancy (2014-04-02). "Annabeth Clarkson Obituary (1922". Legacy.com. Retrieved 2026-06-10.
  7. ↑ "Wiley G. Clarkson (Part 1): Mister 5th Street | Hometown by Handlebar". Retrieved 2026-06-10.
  8. ↑ Clarkson, Sally (August 4, 2009). "My "Birth" story and calling to His ways". SallyClarkson.com. Retrieved 2026-06-10.
  9. ↑ "HS 194: Homeschooling Encouragement with Sally Clarkson". Homeschooling Mom. Retrieved 2026-06-10.
  10. ↑ "Books I read to survive the dregs of Winter - Potager Online". January 1, 2025. Retrieved 2026-06-10.
  11. ↑ "NANY 05: Motherhood Now + Someday with Sally Clarkson". May 15, 2024. Retrieved 2026-06-10 – via YouTube.
  12. ↑ Mackenzie, Sarah (April 30, 2026). "RAR Podcast: Becoming Your Child's Mentor and Awaking Wonder, Sally Clarkson - Read-Aloud Revival ® with Sarah Mackenzie". Retrieved 2026-06-10.
  13. ↑ "Treasures of Knowledge | Plough". www.plough.com. Retrieved 2026-06-10.
  14. ↑ "Uniquely You: Exploring Your Child's Extraordinarily Distinctive Design | The Banner". www.thebanner.org. July 5, 2021. Retrieved 2026-06-10.
  15. ↑ "7 of Sally Clarkson's Favorite Recent Novels". wallflower. Retrieved 2026-06-10.
  16. ↑ "15 Must-Have Christian Books for Moms in 2024". September 19, 2024. Retrieved 2026-06-10.
  17. ↑ Classics, Victoria (December 13, 2023). "Q&A with Victoria 2023 Writer-in-Residence Sally Clarkson - Victoria". Retrieved 2026-06-10.
  18. ↑ "The Lifegiving Home: an interview with Sally and Sarah Clarkson". The Rabbit Room. February 3, 2016. Retrieved 2026-06-10.
  19. ↑ "The Lifegiving Parent: A Review". The Rabbit Room. August 2, 2018.
  20. ↑ Nelson, Matthew (June 26, 2020). "Joel Clarkson and the Importance of Human Creativity to Faith". Retrieved 2026-06-10.
  21. ↑ "Clay and Sally Clarkson - Former Practical Homeschooling Columnists". Homeschool World. Retrieved 2026-06-10.
  22. 1 2 Ordway, Dr Holly (October 26, 2020). ""Awaking Wonder": Sally Clarkson and Joy Clarkson on the Domestic Church". Retrieved 2026-06-10.
  23. ↑ "Sally Clarkson | Bookreporter.com". www.bookreporter.com.
  24. ↑ "363: The Life Giving Home With Sally Clarkson". Retrieved 2026-06-10.
  25. ↑ "You're Different—And God Designed You That Way: Sally & Nathan Clarkson and Hayley Morgan". November 14, 2019. Retrieved 2026-06-10.
  26. 1 2 Capecchi, Christina (January 7, 2025). "Holy Attention: Reclaiming Quiet in the New Year". Retrieved 2026-06-10.
  27. ↑ "Sally Clarkson, Joy Clarkson, Sarah Clarkson: Girls' Club". January 2, 2019. Retrieved 2026-06-10.
  28. ↑ "Girls' Club: Cultivating Lasting Friendship in a Lonely World by Sally Clarkson, Sarah Clarkson, Joy Clarkson". PublishersWeekly.com. Retrieved 2026-06-10.
  29. ↑ Brenner, H. (2024). "Shepherding Sisters: Mentoring Within Residence Halls". Christian Ministries Senior Capstone. Pillars at Taylor University. Retrieved 2026-06-10.
  30. ↑ "How parents can support and celebrate their child's differences". TODAY.com. Retrieved 2026-06-10.
  31. ↑ "Why Actor Nathan Clarkson Thinks He's The Worst". Religion Unplugged. February 10, 2026. Retrieved 2026-06-10.
  32. ↑ Clarkson, Sally & Nathan (December 23, 2016). "God's Love for Those Who Are Different". Retrieved 2026-06-10.
  33. ↑ Koonse, Emma. "Leading by Example: New Parenting Books for 2017". PublishersWeekly.com. Retrieved 2026-06-10.
  34. ↑ Byle, Ann. "Religion Publishing for Children Expands". PublishersWeekly.com. Retrieved 2026-06-10.
  35. ↑ Clarkson, Sally (July 29, 2020). "Awaking Wonder with Sally Clarkson". Retrieved 2026-06-10.
  36. ↑ "YMB #77 Awaking Wonder: A Conversation with Sally Clarkson | Homeschool Better Together". August 11, 2020. Retrieved 2026-06-10.
  37. ↑ "Sally Clarkson Book Giveaway 2023". April 18, 2023. Retrieved 2026-06-10.
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