Accessible heads or accessible hearts? Chantal’s report from Guatemala.
When policies and procedures are implemented merely out of compliance, they forget the heart of the matter. Accessibility is a heart issue first.
EveryBody Belongs – International Day of Persons with Disabilities
What a great opportunity to intentionally celebrate the gifts of people of all abilities in your church community! To make this easy, Christian Horizons has put together a number of resources, including videos, a service guide, and a complete sermon around the theme of "EveryBody Belongs."
Tyndale Certificate in Accessible Ministry
Developed in collaboration with Christian Horizons, this certificate program will equip people to foster belonging in all aspects of ministry and outreach with people living with a disability and their families. Engaging modules address practical, theological, and relational aspects of being the Body of Christ as people of unique abilities – together.
Accessible Baptism
Baptism is an expression of a person’s love for and commitment to Christ: A recognition that we are broken and sinful and are in need of a Saviour. I believe this and wanted to be baptized. There was one crucial problem; due to medical reasons I can no longer go under water!
Inclusion is not a luxury.
As my youth pastor lifted my chair and me onto the bus he quite literally embodied God's strength, breaking down barriers to belonging.
Advent Devotional: Faithful communities of peace
Does your church work to show your community that people with disabilities are truly welcomed and embraced? If not, what good is your faith? Faith by itself, if it is not accompanied by action, is dead, but faith that is accompanied by action is a beautiful offering of love toward God and other people."
Starting From Scratch: Ideas For Churches Who Want to Start Being More Inclusive
As an occupational therapist that works in a variety of different faith contexts, a great day for me is when I get to answer the question, “How can I start including people with disabilities better?”
Touch Screens (Maria’s story, part 6)
Our son caught on to touch screens immediately and can now stay engaged at school on the iPad for up to 40 minutes. The majority of his instruction comes in the form of these technologies because the information is visual, interactive, tactile and rewarding.
Opening Blind Eyes And Closed Hearts (Dallas Frank)
Click here to visit the site of the special needs ministry at Centre Street Church in CalgaryIntroducing the story“I’m so happy to be here,” I enthused on the platform overlooking a [Read More]