https://network.crcna.org/ The Network en Thu, 25 Apr 2024 07:09:03 +0000 Mon, 13 Jul 2020 12:24:16 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/justice-inclusion/disability-concerns/advocacy/one-response-racism-and-ableism In the weeks after the May 25 murder of George Floyd by a Minneapolis police officer and the violence that erupted across the United States, I lost track of the number of organizations and businesses that issued statements condemning this particular crime, the prior killings of&nbs Terry DeYoung https://network.crcna.org/topic/justice-inclusion/disability-concerns/advocacy/one-response-racism-and-ableism Mon, 13 Jul 2020 12:24:16 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/justice-inclusion/disability-concerns/advocacy/swimming-petri-dish As I write I am aware that you are navigating your own challenges in our new world where COVID-19 is foremost in our thoughts. How life has changed in such a short time. Krista Mason https://network.crcna.org/topic/justice-inclusion/disability-concerns/advocacy/swimming-petri-dish Wed, 29 Apr 2020 16:32:54 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/justice-inclusion/disability-concerns/breaking-barriers/english/medications-pros-and-cons Apart from a daily pill that my endocrinologist has prescribed to improve long-term bone health, I’ve been medication free for about 10 years. The exceptions are usually related to orthopedic surgery. Terry DeYoung https://network.crcna.org/topic/justice-inclusion/disability-concerns/breaking-barriers/english/medications-pros-and-cons Wed, 11 Dec 2019 18:16:35 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/justice-inclusion/disability-concerns/congregational-care/being-remembered When I enter the hospital room, she is sitting up in the recliner beside the bed. Her husband is on the bench next to her, in front of the large picture window. Her eyes dart back and forth, looking at me, then her husband, then back at me. Brian Keepers https://network.crcna.org/topic/justice-inclusion/disability-concerns/congregational-care/being-remembered Tue, 05 Jun 2018 13:28:54 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/justice-inclusion/disability-concerns/hidden-preservative-revealed I’ve recently taken to substitute teaching on a semi-regular basis. It’s not my favorite thing to do, and every time I leave the school for the day I am reminded that my taxes should be higher just so teachers can get a raise. There was a day, however, that I won’t soon forget. Jim Daniels https://network.crcna.org/topic/justice-inclusion/disability-concerns/hidden-preservative-revealed Tue, 12 Dec 2017 16:20:48 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/justice-inclusion/disability-concerns/advocacy/disabling-approach-repeal-and-replace Multiple reports suggest that any day now the United States Senate will vote on a bill to adopt a budget that begins to repeal the Affordable Care Act (ACA) before anything resembling a replacement plan is in place. Terry DeYoung https://network.crcna.org/topic/justice-inclusion/disability-concerns/advocacy/disabling-approach-repeal-and-replace Wed, 11 Jan 2017 13:33:49 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/justice-inclusion/disability-concerns/attitudes/rca-disability-awareness-sunday-resources Disability Awareness Sunday encourages congregations to grow in becoming places of belonging for everyone and to discover ways to engage their gifts in ministry — with a particular focus on people with disabilities. Terry DeYoung https://network.crcna.org/topic/justice-inclusion/disability-concerns/attitudes/rca-disability-awareness-sunday-resources Wed, 17 Aug 2016 13:22:43 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/justice-inclusion/disability-concerns/attitudes/myths-and-facts-about-people-disabilities From the Disability Concerns Inclusion Handbook, here are some common stereotypes faced by people with disabilities. Terry DeYoung https://network.crcna.org/topic/justice-inclusion/disability-concerns/attitudes/myths-and-facts-about-people-disabilities Mon, 25 Jul 2016 17:55:45 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/justice-inclusion/disability-concerns/theology/spirituality-hospitality-and-disability This paper explores the theological and spiritual issues at stake in the church's response to persons with disabilities. The focus here is not so much on practical considerations about accessibility and accommodation, important as they may be. Terry DeYoung https://network.crcna.org/topic/justice-inclusion/disability-concerns/theology/spirituality-hospitality-and-disability Thu, 07 Apr 2016 17:57:32 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/justice-inclusion/disability-concerns/attitudes/litany-disability-awareness Leader: Jesus Christ, friend to all, People: Give us the grace and the love to stretch out our arms wide and embrace, in your name, all those whom you love, especially those persons with disabilities. Church of the Crossroads https://network.crcna.org/topic/justice-inclusion/disability-concerns/attitudes/litany-disability-awareness Thu, 31 Dec 2015 23:08:27 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/justice-inclusion/disability-concerns/attitudes/childrens-sermon-children-light-loving-all Ephesians 5:8-14: Children of Light Robyn Saylor https://network.crcna.org/topic/justice-inclusion/disability-concerns/attitudes/childrens-sermon-children-light-loving-all Mon, 30 Nov 2015 18:38:23 +0000 https://network.crcna.org/topic/justice-inclusion/disability-concerns/advocacy/background-and-brief-chronology-disability In honor of the celebration of the 25th Anniversary of the signing of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), this chronology highlights movements, organizations, and people who have influenced the civil rights that the United States affirms for people with disabilities today. Terry DeYoung https://network.crcna.org/topic/justice-inclusion/disability-concerns/advocacy/background-and-brief-chronology-disability Wed, 29 Jul 2015 01:46:28 +0000