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Here is a list of resources for churches to use to become compliant to the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Although the target audience is for those living in Ontario, there are many helpful hints for all churches!
United Way in the U.S. and in Canada has done magnificent work compiling extensive, up-to-date, and user friendly databases of local agencies and resources in both countries.
A guidebook to help congregations care for people dealing with disabilities and other long-term needs.
Here's a list of some of our favorite on-line sites for mental health. The variety is great, there is bound to be something that will offer help for you, your church or your church leadership.
When ushers seat people who use walkers, the walkers are sometimes taken away. Without the walkers, they become disabled. What is the best way to handle this situation?
A list of suggested Old and New Testament scripture texts for using in Disability Services.
Here is a bulletin insert that describes the ministry of Disability Concerns.
The author of Hebrews tells us that Jesus was “made like his brothers and sisters in every way” (2:17, TNIV). But can almighty God truly understand human limitations, even long-term limitations we call disabilities? At advent and Christmas especially we wonder at the mystery and meaning of Christ's incarnation.
Stroke is a leading cause of disability in adults around the world, so most congregations probably include—or will soon include—stroke survivors. And the implications for churches are significant.
The Calvin Institute of Christian Worship has a variety of resources available for ministry to those living with disabilities.
What barriers of architecture, communication, and attitude are keeping people with various disabilities from coming or getting involved in your church? This tool from Disabilty Concerns will help you identify these barriers and give ideas for overcoming them.
Faith & Hope Ministries is committed to bring awareness of and train congregations in the support and care for those with mental illness. This includes their families, their caregivers, and a supportive Christian community.
Many nondisabled people feel anxious in the presence of someone with a disability, so they say nothing and avoid contact. In this publication you will find suggestions that will help educate people about communicating with people with disabilities.
Learn how to communicate with people with disabilities. These one- or two-minute videos show how to improve and ease communication.
Here's a great tool for Church Advocates. Consider using this form for people living with disabilities in your church community to gain a clearer idea of what your church can do to ensure they belong and can serve!
Are you planning a Disability Worship Service? Wondering what to do? Perhaps setting up a panel discussion as part of the message will work for you and your church!
En este número, los miembros de la ICR y la IRA describen cómo ellos y otros han salido fuera de los muros de la iglesia para abogar por las personas con discapacidades.
An extensive list of books about disabilities and the Christian Community.
A responsive reading
A responsive prayer
Information for people with disabilities considering college, including legal rights and how to access campus resources.
This litany celebrates our unity in Christ through words and the action of weaving ribbons into a loose fabric, creating a wonderfully diverse tapestry.
A responsive reading
To offer at a Disability Awareness Sunday
A sermon by Curt Gesch based on 1 Peter 2: 9-10; 4: 7-11.