by Jenn Soehnlin | Jan 30, 2023 | Mental Health, Special Needs Parenting, Spiritual Growth
When my kids were about two and four, I joined a MOPs (Mothers of Preschoolers) group. I was excited to have childcare provided, a break from all the therapies, and to have adult conversations with other moms.At the beginning of the first meeting, we were supposed to...
by Jolene Philo | Jan 23, 2023 | Special Needs Parenting
“Raising a child with special needs is like writing a book,” I thought after recently emailing a completed manuscript to my editor. “During my pregnancy, I had a vague outline of what to expect of parenthood. With writing, I had prepared a plot...
by Catherine Boyle | Jan 19, 2023 | Announcements, DATC2023, Podcast
In this week’s episode, Catherine Boyle gives five reasons why the Disability and The Church Conference is a unique opportunity for ministry leaders and anyone affected by disability. Listen now in your favorite podcast app! Quick Links:Disability and the Church...
by Key Ministry | Jan 17, 2023 | Church Support, Special Needs Ministry
There is a lot to know about me.I bemoan the yearly struggles of West Virginia University football. I relax by studying presidential history. I live on coffee and Diet Coke. The three most important things about me are that I am a child of God, a United Methodist...
by Joe and Cindi Ferrini | Jan 16, 2023 | Marriage, Special Needs Parenting, Spiritual Growth
Today I want to share an experience that inspired me to become a better listener.I realized how difficult it is to allow others to share their “moment” without interruption. When listening to a story or anecdote, we often want to share a similar experience or story,...