Category Archives: Inclusion Fusion

Key Ministry featured at Insight for Living!

Posted on December 3, 2013 by Dr. G

In our interview, Colleen and I had the opportunity to discuss the challenges families face in attending church when kids have mental illnesses Continue reading →

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The Greater Miracle: Bryan Roe…Inclusion Fusion Library

Posted on November 29, 2013 by Dr. G

Throughout his deep struggle with Tourette’s Syndrome, Bryan has wrestled with these questions and found comfort through one crucial truth in the Scriptures: God can use everyone-even those with special needs-to make his love known to the world. Continue reading →

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“Broken Needs Fixed”: John and Ann Holmes…Inclusion Fusion Library

Posted on November 22, 2013 by Dr. G

The mentality of being success driven or image driven just doesn’t exist at A Restoration Church. When the people you spend most of your time with and who are your closest friends have special needs, there isn’t the same level of expectations/demands that we have encountered in more “typical” ministry venues.
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Why Your Church Should Want Families Like Mine: John Knight…Inclusion Fusion Library

Posted on November 15, 2013 by Dr. G

John argues that through serving families impacted by disability, we pursue our own joy in God! Continue reading →

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“Mom, I feel like Cinderella”-Cindi and Joe Ferrini…Inclusion Fusion Library

Posted on November 8, 2013 by Dr. G

I became keenly aware of the fact that she needed to be a kid. I know I didn’t expect her to “take over” my job of caring for our son with special needs, but I was happy for her help, and at that moment I could see I’d lost the ability to see that I was asking too much. Continue reading →

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The importance of “being present” for one another…Inclusion Fusion Library

Posted on November 1, 2013 by Dr. G

In this video…The Exchange of Presence, Jim discuss the importance of presence in each other’s lives and within the disability community’s exchange of life with the church. Continue reading →

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PTSD and kids with special needs…Inclusion Fusion Library

Posted on October 25, 2013 by Dr. G

In Jolene’s presentation, she discusses six common myths and misconceptions about PTSD in children. Continue reading →

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Sticks and Stones, Clicks and Phones: Solutions for Preventing Bullying at Church…Inclusion Fusion Library

Posted on October 11, 2013 by Dr. G

In her presentation for Inclusion Fusion 2012, Katie tackled the issue of bullying…and focused on bullying prevention. Pastors, KidMin leaders and volunteers need to know how to proactively prevent bullying, because sadly, this kind of behavior can—and does—occur in churches, too. In this presentation, she shared some practical strategies that can change the social culture of Sunday mornings.
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Holistically Serving the Adopted/Foster Child…Inclusion Fusion Library

Posted on October 4, 2013 by Dr. G

In the video, she shares some of her experiences dealing with the emotional struggles of adopted and foster children as they adjust to the reality of becoming part of a new family. She did a great job of describing how the adverse childhood experiences of kids available for adoption and foster care contribute to difficulties “doing church” and shares helpful strategies for church staff and volunteers who interact with them at church. Continue reading →

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Viewing Mental Illness Through the Eyes of Faith…Inclusion Fusion Library

Posted on September 27, 2013 by Dr. G

Matt’s presentation will help equip you and your church to effectively minister and support those living with mental illness. Continue reading →

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