In a fantasy world without traditional concepts of faith, Christians discover discipleship through their actions, embodying Jesus' teachings even when they aren't explicitly naming Him.

Pastors explore faith in a fantasy world in Ben Loven's podcast, addressing discipleship and worship while navigating uncharted spiritual territory.

What if play isn't something we outgrow, but something we desperately need? Holy Rollers 2026 invites ministry leaders and seekers alike to rediscover imagination, community, and transformative spiritual growth.

What makes a great gaming table unforgettable? Not epic victories or clever builds, but players who root for each other, share the spotlight, and turn strangers into community.

What if the battlefield could tell the story? Join the Roll for Joycast as we explore battle maps, immersive terrain, creative worldbuilding, and the surprising connection between physical space, storytelling, and spiritual practice.

They reached toward the Angel of Forgiveness with everything they had. They rolled a natural one. Sometimes the relationships we try to heal are beyond our power to restore — and the story continues anyway.

Joycast Episode 7: Be A Battle Map Boss

Nobody planned the grandma. Nobody planned her death. And nobody at that table has forgotten her.

What 75 people, a game about devils and demons, and a children's hospital have in common.

Role play allows individuals to explore unique characters at the table through motivation, emotion, and flaws, creating engaging stories. Embrace the tension between strengths and weaknesses for richer experiences.

The Joycast returns with episode 6, introducing new hosts Alex and Anthony. They join Rory to discuss storytelling, improvisation, and getting the most out of your ttrpg roleplay.

A new method to produce strong, biodegradable plastic from bamboo is reported in Nature Communications this week. The bioplastic resembles oil-based plastics in strength, shapability, and thermal stab...

Forty years ago, churches were burning Dungeons & Dragons books. Today, Roll for Joy is featured in the official magazine of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America as a ministry of radical welcome. The demon-summoning never materialized. The community absolutely did.

In episode 5 of 'Roll for Joycast', hosts engage with Anthony Krones to discuss Dungeons & Dragons, spirituality, disability, and gaming's role in fostering community and authentic self-expression.

Check out the draft schedule for the Holy Rollers 2026 Retreat. Registration is open, with Early Bird rates ending April 30th.

Holy Rollers is an annual retreat where faith leaders, curious seekers, and RPG enthusiasts of all stripes come together to explore the big questions of life and spirit — through the world of a tabletop roleplaying game. It's part D&D campaign, part spiritual retreat, and entirely unlike anything else out there.

The White House altered a photo of Nekima Levy Armstrong, a civil rights lawyer arrested in Minneapolis for protesting inside a church.

Track your character's organized play journey with the Adventurers League Character Log (AL 2026), designed to simplify character tracking and provide essential rule reminders, making gameplay more enjoyable.

This week we are launching Roll for Joy Adventurers League, where curiosity, creativity, and community meet around the gaming table. Whether you’re brand-new to tabletop role-playing or a seasoned adventurer, you’ll find a place here to imagine boldly, laugh freely, and play joyfully. We will gather every 2nd and 4th Saturday, starting this Saturday, December 13th, at Dreamer’s Vault in Burnsville, MN from 5–8pm. Come for Dungeons & Dragons, indie TTRPGs, or your favorite board and card games. Stay for the friendships, the storytelling, and the sense of belonging that grows around shared play.

Get tickets online for 2025 Fall Harvest here.