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And They Made an Opening
Here's my story of navigating an urban theology through the lens of disability.
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May 16, 2019
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Discipleship and Ministry of Jean Vanier
I am so thankful for the discipleship of Jean Vanier, and I remain thankful for the people carrying on his ministry, those who are simply the latest to arrive.
November 15, 2018
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Theologies of Disabilities
I recently participated in a webinar about theologies of disabilities led by Tom Reynolds. Through his experiences with his son who lives with autism, as well as living with his own depression, theologies of disabilities has become an academic passion for him.
November 6, 2018
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We Need Each Other: A Paraphrase of 1 Cor. 12:12-27
This paraphrase of 1 Corinthians 12:12-27 is a choral reading that highlights that we are one body in Christ, whatever our age, ability, income, gender, or ethnicity.
August 28, 2018
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Southern California Workshop: Accessible Gospel, Inclusive Worship
Based on her most recent book with the same title, Barbara J. Newman will give practical ideas at this workshop on faith formation with persons with disabilities.
August 21, 2018
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Reflections on Taking a Unit of Clinical Pastoral Education
I had the privilege of taking a unit of Clinical Pastoral Education at Pine Rest Christian Mental Health Services. At the conclusion of our time together, each of us students wrote a "final evaluation". Here are some excerpts from mine.
October 9, 2017
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Something We Can Do About Rampage Killings
Every time a rampage killing happens, like the recent horror in Las Vegas, people ask “Why?” For an answer, we need to look at ourselves and the kind of society we have created.
July 28, 2017
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The Trials of Charlie Gard
As we held Dylan, we saw his face fully for the first time as he took his final breath. Our private drama has been repeated in hospitals around the world. So why has Charlie’s case caught the attention of the world?
June 16, 2017
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Banner Idea for Disability Acceptance
This beautiful banner is based on the story of Mephibosheth and David (2 Samuel 9), the Parable of the Great Banquet (Luke 14:15-24), and the Lord's Supper.
November 17, 2016
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A Life of Mystery and Faith
Living with disability throughout her life, Andrea Godwin-Stremler has discovered God’s faithfulness indeed is great, and so is the mystery of God.
July 4, 2016
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Happy Dependence Day!
But just what is “independence”? How much would I eat if I only ate the food I produce myself? Probably very little. Would I drive a car if I had to build it from scratch?
June 14, 2016
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Build the Ramp for the People Who CAN Walk
Frequently I’ve heard people evaluate the benefit of ramps and hearing loops based on how many people with disabilities would use them. Now I understand why that kind of analysis misses the point.
April 7, 2016
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Spirituality, Hospitality, and Disability
Focusing less on practical accessibility concerns, this study looks at the church, the Christian community, as it responds — whether positively or negatively — to the presence of persons with disabilities.
March 21, 2016
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Part of Our Calling as the People of God
Belonging, purpose, and value cannot be accomplished on one’s own, but must come through involvement in a community. What better community for this to happen in, than the people of God?
February 29, 2016
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Able Theology at Fuller Theological Seminary
What does it look like for a seminary to be welcoming and inclusive for people with disabilities? In what ways can we equip pastors, theologians, missionaries and psychologists to be more sensitive to the issues surrounding disabilities?
February 8, 2016
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Why Lego’s Wheelchair Minifigure Is Fearfully and Wonderfully Made
What’s going on here? Surely marketing and sales, yet something else is afoot.
December 1, 2015
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Welcome One Another
Dr. Leanne Van Dyk preaches on welcoming one another, stating: "In the end, you know, it is really quite simple. Christ has welcomed us; we are to welcome others."
November 30, 2015
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Featherless Bipeds or Friends of God?
If a person or group of people is pushed to the side by prejudice or ignorance or pity, that pushing harms not only those who are cut off but also those who do the pushing.
November 19, 2015
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Litany: Friends of God and Each Other
Though broken by sin, this litany reminds us that we are made in God's image and called to love others as Christ loves us.
August 10, 2015
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Why Does God Allow People to Suffer?
When life hits us with painful trials, our hearts plead that God tell us why. The Bible teaches there are many reasons God allows suffering. But, like Job, the person suffering might not know why...
July 30, 2015
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Making Peace With Life
Seeing Ralph in the Intensive Care Unit, I was astounded by the peace with which he faces life, death, and the severe limitations his pain and poor lung condition have imposed on him.
May 20, 2015
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Video: Psalm 139
In this touching video, people with intellectual and developmental disabilities recite Psalm 139.
May 20, 2015
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The Normal Christian Life
Are you normal? At one level, of course, that’s a rather benign question. But we don't have to think about it very long to realize the question has an edge to it. What is normal? What is abnormal? Is anyone “normal?”
April 14, 2015
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Jean Vanier: On Being Fully Human
"What gives consistency to people is to know that they are loved. To love is not to do things for people, it’s not to tell people what to do, it’s to reveal. What do we reveal?"
January 6, 2015
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Trusting Papa
It’s a daily feat to look past all the questions, fears, and disappointments that come with earthly life. Our Lord wants, rather, he commands us to trust in him, just like I trusted my earthly papa to scoop me up that day.