Moving Beyond “High Functioning” and “Low Functioning” In the disability field, terms like “high functioning” and “low functioning” are being increasingly replaced with more respectful and accurate terminology. These terms can be reductive, failing to acknowledge the full range of abilities and challenges a person may face. Instead, here are better alternatives to use: 1. […]
There are several free apps available to help nonspeaking individuals communicate by pointing to pictures or symbols. These apps often use augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) methods to facilitate interaction. Here are some excellent options: 1. CoughDrop 2. LetMeTalk 3. Avaz Lite 4. PictoBoard 5. Proloquo2Go (Lite Version) 6. Snap Core First (Free Trial) 7. […]
Advocating for someone with a disability in a church setting involves fostering inclusion, raising awareness, and providing practical support. Here are the best practices. 1. Build Relationships 2. Understand the Individual’s Needs 3. Educate and Raise Awareness 4. Advocate for Inclusion 5. Facilitate Accessibility 6. Collaborate with Church Leaders 7. Provide Support 8. Connect to […]
Building a buddy ministry at a church to support children and students with disabilities involves creating a structure that fosters inclusion, provides individualized support, and equips volunteers to serve effectively. A buddy system is a win for churches of all sizes. 1. Establish a Vision and Purpose 2. Identify the Needs 3. Recruit Volunteers 4. […]
Starting a 100% integrated model of disability ministry, where people with disabilities are fully included in all aspects of church life, requires intentionality and a shift in mindset compared to traditional programming that sometimes creates separation. Comparison with Segregated Models 1. Develop a Biblical and Theological Foundation 2. Foster Inclusive Leadership 3. Conduct a Church […]
I’ve never been one for New Year’s resolutions. I can understand the appeal though, as the promise of a new start, of new beginnings, can be empowering and freeing. As we begin a new year, consider these resolutions for a more accessible and inclusive church (one for each month of the year) In 2025, we […]
We all remember and love the classic 1970 stop animated Christmas television special “Santa Claus is Comin’ to Town”. What if things were different for Kris Kringle? What if it was… Santa Claus is Comin’ to Town a Story of Inclusion In the snowy land of the North, a little boy named Kris Kringle was […]
We all remember and love the classic 1964 Claymation Christmas story “Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer”. What if it wasn’t Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer? What if it was… Rudolph The Blind Reindeer At the North Pole, among Santa’s fleet of young reindeer, there was one named Rudolph who stood out—not because of his speed or strength, […]
We all remember and love the classic 1979 winter story “Jack Frost”. What if it wasn’t the Jack Frost you remember? What if it was… Jack Frost the Nonspeaking Winter Spirit with Autism Every winter, the world waited eagerly for the arrival of Jack Frost. He was known for painting frost on windows, turning the […]
We all remember and love the classic 1966 Christmas cartoon movie “How The Grinch Stole Christmas”. What if it wasn’t The Grinch who hated both Christmas and the Whos? Here is an alternative title: The Grinch with The Sore Ears Every Who down in Whoville loved Christmas a lot,But the Grinch, who lived just north […]
Because Jesus' table is accessible for everyone...
We desire to see the Church make room for all people affected by disability. To fully participate. To fully partner. To fully lead.
We exist to equip and empower the 25% of the population with a disability, their families, and their churches to become who God has created them to be.
