Belonging goes beyond inclusion. Inclusion might mean making space for someone when they arrive. Belonging means they’ve become so integral to the community that, if they’re not there, they’re deeply missed.
I was taken aback. I was handed a beautiful moment with a friend who seemed to understand the world much better than I. The table we are called to is a table for us all, and I pray that I become as eager to sit with others as Phil was to sit with me.
Church is far more than sermons and songs—it’s a place of spiritual nourishment, social connection, and practical support. Discover how small adjustments, from flexible seating to clear communication, can remove barriers and create a welcoming space where everyone belongs.
Jesse’s love for reading has shaped his faith and personal growth. His Book Report—a collection of Bible verses, prayers, and passages—helps him reflect on his journey through good times and bad. Through faith, family support, and his passion for learning, Jesse continues to grow in independence and connection with God. Read more about his inspiring story.
Autism has shaped our family in ways we never expected, from our children’s diagnoses to my own. What once felt overwhelming has become simply our normal. Through challenges and joys, we’ve learned to see the world differently—embracing autism not as a limitation, but as a unique and meaningful way of being.
Music speaks when words fail. In The Gift of Music, Sarah Smith shares how worship songs provide comfort and hope through life’s struggles. What songs have sustained you?
Love is at the heart of the human story, and Advent reveals the greatest love of all. In the vulnerability of a baby in a manger, we see God’s redeeming love made flesh. Discover how this divine love calls us to embrace and reflect it in our own lives.
Experience the joy of anticipation this Advent in a heartfelt reflection by Becky Jones. Through the story of Luke’s creative friendship, discover how joyful expectation mirrors our hope in Christ. Find inspiration to embrace purpose, delight, and hope in the in-between.
Discover the profound gift of peace through Christ in this heartfelt reflection by Tina Julien. Amid life’s storms and chaos, God's peace offers calm, hope, and purpose. Explore how prayer, scripture, and trust in His presence can transform your heart this Advent.
Advent invites us to cultivate hope in life’s uncertainties. For individuals with disabilities, caregivers, and faith leaders, hope grows through self-care, connection, and prayer. Discover how embracing the "in-between" moments can deepen trust in God’s presence and bring renewal to every season.