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Inclusion Fusion Speakers: Bob West

Posted on October 7, 2011 by Dr. G

We’re pleased to announce the addition of Bob West to the speaker lineup for Inclusion Fusion. Bob will be speaking on the topic “What’s in our Heart?” In Bob’s presentation, he’ll address the question of why should we care about people with special needs when there are so many things we can do with our time. Why should volunteering for a church program serving people with special needs be at the top?
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Church…A Hostile Environment? (Part Two) Harmony Hensley

Posted on October 6, 2011 by Dr. G

I would encourage you to take a two pronged approach to making your church a more welcoming environment for families and kids impacted by disability.
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Inclusion Fusion Speakers: Rhonda Martin

Posted on October 5, 2011 by Dr. G

Noted children’s author and Key Ministry Board member Rhonda Martin has graciously agreed to take a break from her current worldwide book tour to serve as a presenter for Inclusion Fusion. Her lecture will be on the topic: Nurturing Spiritual Growth in Kids with Anxiety.
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Inclusion Fusion Speakers: Introducing Laura Lee Wright

Posted on October 3, 2011 by Dr. G

Our Key Ministry team has had several opportunities to work with Laura Lee Wright in her capacity as Access Ministry Team Leader at Northland Church in Orlando. Having experienced the passion and dedication she has for ministry, we’re honored to have Laura Lee serving as a faculty member for our first Inclusion Fusion Special Needs Ministry Web Summit. She’ll be speaking on the topic “For Kingdom’s Sake.” Continue reading →

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Other Factors Contributing to Aggressive Behavior at Church

Posted on October 2, 2011 by Dr. G

In Part Six of our Fall series on including kids with aggressive behavior at church, we’ll examine how sensory issues, anxiety and difficulties processing social cues can increase the risk of aggressive behavior and highlight opportunities for church staff and volunteers to take steps to moderate these risks.
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Introducing Inclusion Fusion Speaker…Ryan Edlind

Posted on September 30, 2011 by Dr. G

To that end, I’m delighted to introduce Ryan Edlind, our first Inclusion Fusion speaker to volunteer a presentation to the conference without having received a formal invitation from our Program Committee. Ryan will be presenting on the topic Church and Mental Health: Bridging the Gap from a Leadership Perspective.
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Guest Post: Harmony Hensley…Prom Thoughts

Posted on September 29, 2011 by Dr. G

In this new role as a “Mommy” I find myself praying a lot about the people who will cross paths with Ransom over the course of his life. I pray daily that there will be countless other believers, warriors in the Kingdom of God, who will come alongside him and speak life into him. That they will enter into his story and see God at work in his life. I imagine for every smiling face that is greeted curbside there is a Mom or Dad out there who hopes and prays for the same thing for their child with special needs. And I know that God is looking down on each of them beaming with pride “That’s my kid!” (I can just hear him say it!)
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Inclusion Fusion: Joe and Cindi Ferrini

Posted on September 28, 2011 by Dr. G

Noted authors, speakers and parents Joe and Cindi Ferrini have graciously agreed to join us for Inclusion Fusion. Joe and Cindi will be speaking on the topic…The Unexpected Journey of Relationships – When Special Needs Change our Course! Continue reading →

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When Mood Dysregulation Heightens Risk for Aggression at Church

Posted on September 27, 2011 by Dr. G

Here’s a general rule of thumb…When a child or teen is demonstrating aggressive behavior that appears to be predominantly impulsive in nature, decreasing the sensory stimulation in the environment is generally helpful. When a child or teen demonstrates aggressive behavior resulting primarily from perseveration on a perceived hurt or frustration, distracting the child as early as possible in the cycle is generally helpful. Continue reading →

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Inclusion Fusion Speakers: Harmony Hensley on Inclusive Ministry Environments

Posted on September 26, 2011 by Dr. G

In Harmony’s workshop, she’ll explore ways to create inclusive ministry environments that engage and empower children with hidden disabilities. Participants will learn practical tips to make your ministry area a magnet for families of kids with special needs. Continue reading →

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