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Author Archives: Sandra
Steps to Take When a Family in Your Church Receives a Special-Needs Diagnosis
The days after parents hear their child has a disability or special need can be difficult days. They need an anchor to help steady them. Their church should be that anchor. Continue reading
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Eight Outreach Events to Target (and Bless) Special-Needs Families
We see special-needs families as an unreached people group we plan to target. And like missionaries, we are taking the “go and engage” approach instead of just “come and see.” Continue reading
Special-Needs Ministry Isn’t Only for Those with Special-Needs
Special-needs ministry doesn’t only take place in a classroom on Sunday morning. It happens in the parking lot, in the hallway, during the service, and even during the week. Continue reading
Posted in Families, Key Ministry, Parents, Special Needs Ministry
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The Biggest Challenges Small Churches Face in Special-Needs Ministry
We don’t have to have a plan in place for every person we can imagine walking through our doors. We just have to love and serve the ones who do. And churches of every size can do that. Continue reading
Posted in Key Ministry, Special Needs Ministry
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What We Mean When We Say Our New Church Is “Special-Needs Friendly”
Last weekend we had a couple over and we were talking about our new church. The husband looked at my husband and asked, “What do you mean when you say your church will be ‘special-needs friendly’?” It’s a good question. … Continue reading
Posted in Inclusion, Key Ministry, Special Needs Ministry
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It’s Autism Awareness Day, How Aware Is Your Church? #LIUB
No matter the size of a church, you can make a difference for families affected by autism. Continue reading
The Day I Said, “I Quit!”
One day Cindi said, “I quit!” And it’s exactly what her son needed her to do. Continue reading
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Don’t Waste Your Crisis (A Survival Guide for Parents)
Survival tips for parents in crisis situations. Continue reading
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God’s Plan for His Church Includes All of Us
God has a plan for His church, and no matter how challenging, His plan includes us. Continue reading
Posted in Autism, Key Ministry, Special Needs Ministry
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When You’re Living Someone Else’s Worst Case Scenario
When meeting a mom whose son had just been diagnosed with autism, Sandra realized her life was this woman’s worst case scenario. Continue reading
Posted in Autism, Families, Hidden Disabilities, Key Ministry
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