Tag Archives: Disability Ministry

What’s ahead for Inclusion Fusion?

Posted on September 12, 2013 by Dr. G

We’re taking a break from Inclusion Fusion for 2013, assembling the resources for something more ambitious in 2014. Continue reading →

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Resources for Christian schools seeking to pursue inclusion

Posted on September 8, 2013 by Dr. G

One of the greatest benefits we see for inclusion is that it truly is a program for all. Every student enters into a community of care that allows teachers to highlight relationships and living with one another in ways they could never have achieved without a child like Isaac. Inclusion forms the habits and hearts of each child present. Continue reading →

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A Parent’s Greatest Fear

Posted on September 7, 2013 by Dr. G

“I was afraid that I did something to cause my child’s problems.” Continue reading →

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Advocating for inclusion in Christian schools…tips for parents

Posted on September 5, 2013 by Dr. G

Remember it doesn’t take a huge investment—you and your school don’t have to have all the answers today. You might get a lot of “yes, but” answers in the beginning. If you and your school leaders can keep the big picture in mind, you can find a way to ensure your student is part of the community. Continue reading →

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Including Kids With Special Education Needs in Christian Schools: CLC Network

Posted on September 3, 2013 by Dr. G

Do you strive to mirror the body of Christ? Are you developing students for Christian service? Is diversity of talents important? Inclusion can be key to all of those goals. Continue reading →

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Downloadable presentations on Slideshare

Posted on August 30, 2013 by Dr. G

We now have downloadable handouts on the site for 26 presentations, including the following Key Ministry presentations…
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Key Ministry is coming to Nashville!

Posted on August 29, 2013 by Dr. G

Our J.A.M. sessions are regional trainings designed for children’s pastors, student pastors, church leaders and key volunteers. This J.A.M. session will provide participants with an intensive, one-day training experience that will prepare them to lead ministry to kids with “hidden disabilities” in their churches. Continue reading →

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How do you measure a “God thing?”

Posted on August 27, 2013 by Dr. G

While there is merit to many of our outcome measures, the most reliable measures of God at work are the stories of what God accomplishes through the service of His people. Continue reading →

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Talking to your child’s physician about medication for church

Posted on August 22, 2013 by Dr. G

If the activities our kids participate in through church are at least as important as what they do at school, it makes sense that we’d want to reassess their need for medication at church. Continue reading →

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Ten priorities for the disability ministry movement…

Posted on August 18, 2013 by Dr. G

Here are some thoughts about how, with God’s help, God’s people might overcome the “giants” standing in the way of families impacted by disabilities who face barriers to connecting with their larger family in Christ through involvement in the local church. Continue reading →

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