by Key Ministry | Dec 5, 2023 | Adult Advocates, Autism, Stories
“That game was amazing. Did you see that 3-pointer at the buzzer?”Michael glanced at Hugh’s AAC tablet as he said that, and I had to laugh at myself. After all my years of teaching middle school special education, specifically a significant disabilities/autism class,...
by Joanna French | May 18, 2021 | Mental Health, Special Needs Ministry, Stories
In 2013, I was a young mom with two boys, barely holding onto faith. My eldest (Bug) had just been diagnosed with autism. My youngest (K) had not yet received his diagnosis, but there were some clear markers we noticed with him as well. I was in a crisis of faith.Why?...
by Mark Arnold | Mar 30, 2021 | Resources, Special Needs Ministry, Stories, Strategies
As one of the most important times in the Christian calendar, Easter is a key teaching time for parents, as well as children’s and youth workers. A time to remember, be thankful, and to celebrate what Jesus has done for us all. But the big story of Easter can be...
by Jess Ronne | Nov 24, 2020 | Spiritual Development, Stories
Therefore, my beloved, as you have always obeyed, so now, not only as in my presence but much more in my absence, work out your salvation with fear and trembling, for it is God who works in you to will and to act accordingly to his good purpose. Philippians 2:...
by Joanna French | Jul 23, 2020 | Church Support, Culture of Life, Inclusion, Special Needs Ministry, Stories, Worship
The special needs ministry at our church has been operating for four years. In that time, we have welcomed many fantastic friends. Each of Embrace’s friends has given me, and our church family, a precious gift. It doesn’t feel fair to hoard these gifts, so I will...
by Stephen Grcevich MD | Feb 22, 2020 | Families, Stories
Twenty-five years ago today, the Lord honored my dad with a pretty remarkable sendoff. My father was raised in a Catholic home, but had a “born again” experience when I was a freshman in high school. He became a passionate student of the Bible, and for many years...
