Monthly Archives: March 2016

Andy Stanley’s comments support the need for churches of all sizes…

Churches of every size, worship style and approach to discipleship have gifts and talents to use for disability ministry inclusion. Continue reading

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Why I tell my kids about my depression

If we talk about it, depression is no longer the elephant in the room. By naming it and talking about it (according to the girls’ ages and level of understanding), it isn’t me against my family, but us together moving toward health. Continue reading

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Three different inclusive approaches in one night

I think inclusion is a mindset that says, “I love you, and you belong here,” and then does whatever is necessary to put those words into practice. Continue reading

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What to do if you’re upset by the direction of our culture?

How might we “fight the good fight” in the face of our fear and despair? Continue reading

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Needed: Spaces for foster & adoptive parents to say “me too”

God never meant for us to do everything on our own. We’re created for community, and finding yours is worth the risk of being brave with your stories. Continue reading

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My Depression: no longer under lock and key

I wrote this book because the stigma about mental illness in our Christian circles is alive and well. How can a believer in Jesus have suicidal ideations? How can a Christian often feel no hope? What about fullness in Christ? Continue reading

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