Tag Archives: Inclusion

Our ten most popular blog posts of 2014…

Posted on December 22, 2014 by Dr. G

Sharing today’s post is an excellent way of introducing the blog…and Key Ministry with pastors, friends and family members who would be blessed! Continue reading →

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A look back at 2014…

Posted on December 9, 2014 by Dr. G

Our team has been taking a look back at this past year to examine what worked, what didn’t and to better understand how our services and resources are accessed by the churches and families we serve. I’ll share some of our more interesting observations… Continue reading →

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TWO disability ministry training events in Northeast Ohio in February…

Posted on November 30, 2014 by Dr. G

We’d like to invite our friends across the Midwest and Great Lakes region to join us on February 6-7 for TWO major disability ministry training events in Northeast Ohio. Continue reading →

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Can God use our anxiety for good?

Posted on November 28, 2014 by Dr. G

When we judge someone’s faith or spiritual life because of their anxiety, we ultimately push them into a place of shame. Shame drives people into hiding and not seeking and getting the help they need. Continue reading →

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Goin’ to California…

Posted on November 19, 2014 by Dr. G

Joni’s full vision for disability ministry will be on display at the Global Access Conference 2015, to be held this coming February 17-20 at Calvary Community Church in Westlake Village, CA.
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Updated: More stories of disability and church…

Posted on November 11, 2014 by Dr. G

We think the stories are an accurate reflection of the progress the church has made…and how far we have yet to go… Continue reading →

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Barb Newman…Why is inclusion important in Christian Schools?

Posted on November 10, 2014 by Dr. G

What, then, does inclusion look like? At CLC Network, we believe it means ownership and friendship. The general education classroom “owns” the student with the disability and each student is assigned a place of belonging within the general education setting. Continue reading →

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The prayers of our people…#KMIF14

Posted on November 9, 2014 by Dr. G

Can you find a few minutes to pray for some of these requests from those who plan to attend Inclusion Fusion during the coming week? Continue reading →

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I love adoption, but…

Posted on November 9, 2014 by Dr. G

When we say yes as a church to caring about vulnerable children and families, let’s also say yes to talking about related challenges too. Continue reading →

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Joe Butler…Connecting with families in your community

Posted on November 7, 2014 by Dr. G

It’s not about starting a “special needs ministry,” as much as it’s about changing your philosophy of ministry to include families affected by special needs into the life of your church. Continue reading →

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