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Thinking “Orange”: Warm Hearts…The family’s role in spiritual development is magnified when kids have disabilities…as well as the church’s role (Part Two)

Posted on February 21, 2011 by Dr. G

I’ve found many church leaders to be very short-sighted in their conceptualization of disability ministry, resulting in the need for more family-centered approaches. How are the kids in the family supposed to come to know and love Jesus if we’re not prepared to welcome the parents to church…and all the other activities we’ve found to be helpful in facilitating spiritual growth? Continue reading →

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Thinking Orange: “Warm Hearts”…The family’s role in spiritual development is magnified when kids have disabilities…as well as the church’s role (Part One of Two)

Posted on February 20, 2011 by Dr. G

Parents of kids with disabilities are often dragging along quite a bit of baggage. Many of them have their own struggles and limitations that undermine the best of intentions when it comes to their personal spiritual development and the spiritual development of their kids. Follow-through may be difficult for many parents, but that doesn’t mean that they don’t want to. The church plays an invaluable role by walking with them, encouraging them and helping them to take the next step. Continue reading →

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To Make “Orange” You Need Red in Addition to Yellow

Posted on February 5, 2011 by Dr. G

We’ll be focusing on the unique challenges involved in partnering with families of kids with disabilities around the spiritual development of their children, and explore strategies churches may use to partner with such families. In doing so, it is our hope that the church will understand the advantages of the “Orange” strategy in ministry to kids with hidden disabilities and their families. Continue reading →

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Why is the Local Church So Important?

Posted on January 23, 2011 by Dr. G

We’re all broken, all imperfect, all self-centered and all of us sometimes harbor the wrong motives. But through the church, God takes a bunch of messy, self-centered, broken people and with a lot of grace, He mixes it all up and often creates something wonderful that reflects upon His glory and provides a blessing to His creation.
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ADHD and Spiritual Development: Tying it All Together

Posted on October 24, 2010 by Dr. G

What if God allows some kids and adults to have ADHD so that He might use their condition to connect them to their larger family in Christ? What if he created them with a unique set of traits and abilities to carry out a special role on His team?
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Harmony Hensley: Welcoming Ministry Environments for Kids With ADHD (Part Two)

Posted on October 22, 2010 by Dr. G

Harmony discusses use of wall color, wall decor and signage in environments for kids with ADHD, along with thoughts for churches contemplating a new construction project or renovation. Continue reading →

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Could ADHD be a Blessing to Christ Followers?

Posted on October 15, 2010 by Dr. G

Let’s look at how having ADHD might be of benefit to a Christian.
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What Can Parents Do to Help Kids With ADHD Grow in Faith?

Posted on October 13, 2010 by Dr. G

Families who pray together regularly, engage in regular Bible study or devotions, serve together on a regular basis and regularly attend church are more likely to have kids with positive spiritual outcomes. Let’s talk about how parents can positively influence each of these practices in their kids with ADHD: Continue reading →

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Karen Sunderhaft: Expert Tips on Teaching Kids With ADHD (Part Three)

Posted on October 10, 2010 by Dr. G

There may be some of you out there who believe that your child should sit still and listen attentively to the homily or sermon, but I would set the goal of asking your child to try to find one thing that they either heard or saw at church that they really liked. Set this expectation up ahead of time, so the child knows what will be happening. Continue reading →

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Karen Sunderhaft: Expert Tips on Teaching Kids With ADHD (Part Two)

Posted on October 8, 2010 by Dr. G

Nationally recognized educator, author and ADHD expert Karen Sunderhaft is sharing teaching tips this week for ministry leaders and volunteers serving kids with ADHD. Today, we’ll focus on tips for pastors and ministry leaders. C4EC: What are some helpful hints you’d … Continue reading →

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