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5 Ways to Find Gratitude and Comfort this Thanksgiving
“Rejoice always, pray continually, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.” –1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 Rejoice always? Pray continually? Give thanks in all circumstances? It’s not as easy as the scripture makes it sound, is it?
How to Make an Autumn Fiddles/Fidget Box
Mark Arnold shares a creative idea that will be fun all season long! Follow these steps to make an autumn fidget box of your own.
Supporting Grieving Families through the Holidays: Podcast Ep 026
Many families are grieving the loss of a loved one this holiday season. Our co-host Sandra is facing that in her own family after the loss of her sister this year. So she offers six ways churches can come alongside these grieving families to offer love and support.
The Spiritual Role of a Buddy
To be an effective buddy, we must do both the practical and the spiritual work.
How to Organically Enter into Life with a Caregiving Family
How to organically enter into life with a caregiving family has been on my mind since September when my dear Aunt Donna died. Her acts were more ordinary than flashy, they were economical rather than expensive, they were more practical than fancy, and they were more present than presents.
False Accusations of Abuse: How Churches Can Support Families with Disabilities: Podcast Ep 025
In today’s episode, Catherine Boyle discusses how churches can use wisdom to detect or rule out abuse and how to support families with disabilities through abuse allegations and investigations.
The Challenge of Caregiving for Those with Hidden Disabilities
“I don’t see anything wrong with that child.” Give it 10 minutes; give it an hour. Take time to be with “that child” or “that adult,” and then you will be able to discern what makes them different, where they excel, and where they need additional help.
Should We Use the Term “Special Needs” in Our Churches?: Podcast Episode 024
In this week’s episode, Beth Golik addresses a question that many ministry leaders are struggling with: should we use the term “special needs” in our churches?
Reflections on Graduation Day – Part 2
My son had received his diploma. I had shown up for it, and for him. It was graduation day. I couldn’t be prouder.
Supporting Special-Needs Families with Stephanie Hubach: Podcast Episode 023
In this episode, Sandra interviews Stephanie Hubach to discuss how churches can support all the members of a special-needs family. What challenges do they face, and how can the church provide hope and help for these families?