Pastor Jason Garwood
Rev. Jason Garwood (BS, MDiv, ThD) is a passionate advocate for applying the Biblical worldview to every area of life. For 20 years, he has devoted himself to understanding Scripture deeply and teaching others to live under the lordship of King Jesus. His ministry is driven by a desire to glorify Christ by equipping Christians to identify and confront cultural idols through faithful obedience to the Great Commission.
Dr. Garwood has authored several impactful books, including The Disciples’ Prayer, Reconstructing the Heart, which bridges theology and practical living, Have Yourself an Eschatological Christmas, and the Amazon best-seller Health for All of Life, which addresses Biblical principles for health and wellness. As minister of Word and sacrament at Cross & Crown Church in Warrenton, Virginia, he leads a community rooted in Reformed theology and committed to cultural engagement.
He is also the Founder and President of the Virginia Center for Public Theology, a ministry committed to defending Christian ethics in the town square. Jason and his wife Mary are raising their three children to know, love, and serve Christ, embodying the faith and mission that drives his life and ministry.
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Books I’ve Read in 2025
Greetings, and Happy New Year! As is my custom, you may carefully peruse the following list of books I've read over the past year and perhaps give in to temptation and choose one for yourself. The links are there for simplicity's sake. Warning: some I chose deliberately; others chose me and forced my hand. Such is the reading life. Feel free to leave a comment, even if vigorous disagreement ensues. What were your favorite books this year? Shameless plug: A book I read (and wrote), though not listed below, is my Discples' Prayer book. I commend it to you without apology. 1 - The Screwtape Letters by C.S. Lewis — Outstanding, per usual. Needed to work through the whole thing at one time rather than piecemealing it. I love how the idea came to him in the middle of a
