Dean is an accomplished haiku poet, published in Modern Haiku, Frogpond, The Heron’s Nest, Cicada, and Brussels Sprout.
His work draws from his experience as a leader of an urban Christian kibbutz; as an executive director of an organization that facilitated partnerships between suburban and urban Christian congregations; as a college student in Japan, India, and Israel; and as a college teacher in South Africa.
For samples of Dean’s haiku, and to learn more about the School of Christian Ministry, visit Holly House Publications, www.hollybooks.com.