Dr. Gladys Childs will be a keynote speaker at the Christian Education Certification Program hosted by the Perkins School of Theology at SMU on January 12th. Childs will be speaking on faith development of families and using technology for faith formation.  Open to laity and church professionals seeking United Methodist Certification through the General Board of Higher Education and Ministry, this program provides those who serve the church an opportunity to grow in competence and creativity and enrich and enhance their ministry.