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Disability Concerns Canada Conference Re-Imagined
The conference was scheduled for April 25 at Community CRC in Kitchener, ON. Now it will be hosted as a series on Thursdays in October at 12 pm Eastern. Join us!
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June 10, 2020
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Disability Concerns Ministry Bookshelf
An extensive list of books about disabilities and the Christian community.
April 6, 2020
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The Role of a Disability Advocate during COVID-19
A resource (check-in, call script, planning guidelines) for all Regional Advocates and Church Advocates to help support their church community in the midst of COVID-19.
June 25, 2019
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Diez Maneras para Crecer en la Fe con Personas de Todas Las Capacidades
Aquí hay algunos consejos para ayudarle a pensar acerca de cómo trabajar juntos en el reino creciente de Dios.
May 21, 2019
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Contacting Churches Part 1: Thinking About the Relationship
In this video Dori Dykstra reflects on how she feels called to be in relationship with others in the Body of Christ and how that both encourages and prepares her to pick up the phone or send an email.
May 16, 2019
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Contacting Churches Part 3: Follow Up
For Regional Disability Advocates, following up with churches is an important part of building and maintaining relationships as you continue supporting churches in being places where everybody belongs and everybody serves!
May 16, 2019
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Contacting Churches Part 2: Making the Call
In this blog Dori Dykstra shares her experience of phoning congregations to speak about the ministry of Disability Concerns. This is a helpful tool especially for Regional Disability Advocates.
September 4, 2018
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Faithfully Serving at Ideal Park Church
Churches are called to grow the gifts of all members. Ideal Park CRC has found a way to do that for two members so that they can exercise their gifts for ministry faithfully.
August 20, 2018
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Palliative Care Toolkit
This 44-page guide from the Evangelical Fellowship of Canada, Palliative Care Toolkit, considers how best to support people who are living with serious illness or are nearing life's end.
July 2, 2018
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I Want to Be an Adjective When I Grow Up
Seong Won asked me whether CPE has changed since I took my last unit 32 years ago. I told her that the structure of CPE hasn’t changed much, but I’ve changed a great deal. Naturally, she followed up with, “How have you changed?”
June 18, 2018
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The Drawing of Jesus Hides a Big Stain
I’m more comfortable with answers than questions, authority than weakness, and qualification by academic degree than qualification by suffering. But I’m learning that effectiveness in chaplaincy requires me to walk into the circle of my discomfort.
June 5, 2018
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Being Remembered
Memory loss, the journey of dementia, and Alzheimer’s disease are among the most difficult journeys. But as individuals and the church, we can offer support through the act of remembering stories.
December 1, 2017
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Accept. Include. Celebrate. A Holiday Challenge.
How can we be extra mindful and supportive of persons and families affected by disability during this season? Here are a few ideas.
November 15, 2017
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Has Your Church Ever Helped Someone Who Needed to Find Paid Assistants?
With a booming economy in the U.S. and Canada, finding reliable and kind people to help with in home care is a huge challenge. Has you church stepped in the gap?
August 2, 2017
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Resources for Suicide Prevention, Intervention and Postvention
If someone is thinking of taking their own life, it’s not a secret to keep. For Disability Week this year, we have curated resources on suicide prevention, intervention and postvention.
February 19, 2016
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Prayers and Litanies for Worship Addressing Depression and Suicide
God our Creator, you give breath to each person you made. You treasure the gifts of each unique person. But when life becomes a burden rather than a gift, God of life, hold us.
February 10, 2016
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Lasting Response to Painful Touch
Ann Ballard has found healing after experiencing abuse as an adolescent. Her abuser took advantage of the fact that she has night blindness and cannot hear without her hearing aids.
February 10, 2016
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Dear Elders . . . A Letter about Accommodating
This letter was sent by friends to the elders of their congregation on behalf of a friend and fellow member who has Multiple Chemical Sensitivities.
February 1, 2016
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Start With Hello: Introducing Your Church to Special Needs Ministry
Effective disability ministry shouts to a world that values perfection, superficial beauty, and power that God and his people value those who seem weak, who depend on others, and who appear insignificant. Disability ministry proclaims that the gospel is for all people regardless of their abilities.
January 18, 2016
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Ministering With Stroke Survivors and Their Loved Ones
Fellow church members can make a critical, positive difference in the lives of stroke survivors and their loved ones when they make the effort to welcome and accept them.
November 30, 2015
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Disability Awareness Sermon Idea: Psalm 23
The Shepherd knows his sheep. How well acquainted are you with the needs and challenges faced by your more vulnerable sheep?
November 25, 2015
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Disability Awareness Sermon Idea: Ephesians 5:8-14
Do gaps in your church's physical and spiritual hospitality need to be brought to light so that you may more effectively witness to the life and light of Christ?
November 23, 2015
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Tips for Interacting With People Who Use Wheelchairs
Here are some tips for interacting politely with people with mobility issues whether you are at church or somewhere else.
November 18, 2015
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Videos on Community and Belonging
These brief videos reflect on crucial aspects of community and belonging. Though produced for a general audience, they apply well within a church context too.
November 12, 2015
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The Whys and Hows of a Support Group
Belonging to a support system provides encouragement, strength, and a feeling of acceptance. A well-run support group can do all that and much more.