by Beth Golik | Oct 13, 2022 | Church Support, Podcast, Special Needs Ministry
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? Listen now in your favorite podcast app! Quick Links: Disability Ministry Video...
by Sandra Peoples | May 10, 2022 | Adoption, Church Support, Foster Care
This is the third and final post in the series: Churches That Encourage Adoption Should Be Trauma Informed and Disability Accommodating. Read Part 1 and Part 2.Now that we understand the challenges children may have with behavior, based on the trauma they have...
by Joe and Cindi Ferrini | Jul 19, 2021 | Caregiving, Special Needs Parenting, Spiritual Growth
Sometimes when I’m driving, my family sees more than for what they bargained.Asked if I’m lost, I’ll say, “No, I’m not lost. I’m on an adventure!” I point to the great view of the parking lot where I just turned around, or the scenic views from a series of gas...
by Lamar Hardwick | Feb 6, 2020 | Church Support, Inclusion Fusion, Special Needs Ministry
As a pastor I have the privilege of mentoring teens and young adults on the autism spectrum all over the country. One of the pieces of advice I often give to young adults who are trying to find their way in the world is to embrace the qualities you have that make you...
by Lamar Hardwick | Nov 5, 2019 | Care and Support, Church Support, Families
In March of 2008, a devastating outbreak of tornadoes destroyed parts of downtown Atlanta and the surrounding metro area. Sometime in the middle of the night I heard the sound of tiny feet racing across the wood flooring in our home. Our oldest son, who was around two...
