Above all, we're grateful to be part of a movement of God that's so visibly transforming the ways in which churches minister with families affected by disability.
Pastors, Here’s how to be a shepherd to special needs families in your church.
Why the Home Group Model Is Hard for Special-Needs Families and How to Make It Easier
We Are the Church
Discovering God’s Purposes in Mental Illness
Is it possible that God might be using mental health concerns as an instrument for bringing about the salvation of those affected? What if God plans to use someone’s mental health condition…or the condition of a loved one as the means of connecting them with individuals and churches positioned to introduce them to the Gospel?
5 Ways to Prepare for National Adoption Awareness Month
Mental Health Ministry Survey Results and Priorities
An invitation to our readers to brainstorm about God's purposes in mental illness
Building Better Banquets: How Prioritize Special-Needs Ministry In Your Church
When church leadership is approached about the need to create environments that can serve the needs of the disability and special-needs community, the most common response is a lack of education and lack of resources. In other words, there is no room in the budget, no room in the mission, no room in the vision of the church, and no room for discussion about disability theology.
Be a Church that Requires No “Pre-Apology”
Understanding the “pre-apology” mindset can help our churches create more welcoming, inclusive, and engaging worship experiences for families with special needs. The resulting diversity in our communities helps us better reflect the heart of Jesus among others and enriches our personal experience of Christ too.
