by Sarah McGuire | Jun 7, 2019 | Autism, Challenges, Special Needs Parenting
You are not just a mom! Don’t let others intimidate you into questioning what you know is working or not working for your child. Trust yourself and keep moving forward.I have to admit that sometimes I outwardly went along with the therapist’s plans for my child (shhh,...
by Lamar Hardwick | Jun 6, 2019 | Autism, Inclusion, Special Needs Ministry
The last several years since my autism diagnosis have been a time of learning. Because of my challenges with sensory processing and social anxiety, I am learning that I must choose my activities wisely. More importantly, I am learning that while there are parts of my...
by John Fela (Felageller) | Jun 5, 2019 | Autism, Hope, Special Needs Parenting
This is a bittersweet day in my home, as my family will be taking a final trip to a place that has become very comfortable and familiar to us. It is a place that we have gone to celebrate my son and his accomplishments, discussed plans for his future, and shared what...
by Lisa Jamieson | Jun 4, 2019 | Care and Support, Church Support, Families
Allow me to share a story from a friend who posted on social media recently. I hope it encourages you. Because when you minister to even one, you are often ministering to many others too.“Last night at church, my husband and I were sitting with our daughter...
by Sandra Peoples | Jun 3, 2019 | Autism, Special Needs Parenting, Spiritual Growth
I remember the day my older sister, who has Down syndrome, went down front at church and told the preacher she had accepted Jesus as her Savior. After a few more conversations, she was baptized. Faith, even childlike faith according to Matthew 18, is necessary, and...
