Jenna Sanderson reflects on God’s Banquet of Belonging, drawing from A Deeper Communion and the parable of the banquet in Luke 14. This article invites readers to imagine churches where people with disabilities are not only welcomed, but honoured, known, and encouraged to use their God-given gifts as co-labourers in the Body of Christ.
The Disability and Faith Forum highlights The Betrayal of Witness, a serious collection of essays reckoning with Jean Vanier’s abuse, influence, and legacy, while inviting honest reflection on spiritual authority, disability theology, and safeguarding.
A conversation explores how art can open space for belonging, healing, and a deeper understanding of God. Reflecting on creativity, accessibility, and community, this article invites readers to see how art can make room for beauty, dignity, and theological insight in ways words alone sometimes cannot.
Mary Magdalene’s encounter with the risen Jesus in the garden becomes a powerful reflection on Easter, tracing the story from Eden to the empty tomb. This article invites readers to see the resurrection as the beginning of restoration, new creation, and the joy of being seen, forgiven, and loved by God.
A painful church experience became the starting point for a deeper reflection on Jesus’ healing of the man at the Bethesda Pool in John 5:1–15, challenging common misreadings of disability, dependence, and faith. This article invites readers to sit in discomfort and see the story differently
A simple act of kindness led to lasting friendship, accessible worship, and a growing respite community through 99 Balloons rEcess. This is the story of one family and a church learning to belong together.
Mephibosheth is welcomed at the king’s table by grace, not merit. When his silence is later interpreted by others, the story reveals how power assigns meaning to absence. This reflection explores how the gospel redefines belonging, covenant, and grace.
At Christmas, the joy we feel in lights, music, and gifts reflects something deeper—the active, generous love of God revealed in the birth of Jesus. This reflection explores how God’s love, given in Bethlehem, continues to echo in our hearts today.
Advent shows us that real joy doesn't come from having it all together or doing everything on our own. It comes from God being close to us. Dr. L. S. Carlos A. Thompson reflects on how joy shows up in our weakness, our need for others, and the surprising ways God meets us right where we are.
What brings peace at Christmas? Members of Our Voices Matter reflect on peace through Jesus, family, worship, silence, and moments of belonging. Their voices invite us to notice peace not only in quiet, but also in shared life and community.
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