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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.
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.
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 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 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.
November 11, 2015
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Greeting Persons With Disabilities: Suggestions for Ushers and Greeters
Understanding the varied needs of persons with disabilities will help ushers and greeters put the welcoming arms of the church around the shoulders of all who come to worship.
October 2, 2015
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Helping Kids Include Kids With Disabilities
Children with disabilities are part of God's family, but people don't always treat them that way. In this book you'll discover how to help kids and their leaders welcome and include kids with disabilities at church or school.
September 21, 2015
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Manual de Inclusión: Todos Pertenecemos, Todos Servimos
Un recurso para los que abogan por la discapacidad desde las oficinas de Asuntos de Discapacidad.
January 9, 2015
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Communities of Care: The Church and Mental Illness
1 in 4 Americans annually experiences mental health issues, yet less than one-third receives appropriate care. The Christian Citizen provides insights for people with mental illnesses.
November 21, 2014
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Holiday Resources for Ministering With People With Mental Health Issues
This newsletter from Mental Health Ministries includes information and resources for faith leaders, family members and friends and who may find the holidays a difficult time.
October 13, 2014
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Walking in Their Shoes: Seven Ways to Love Families With Disabilities
These ideas give brief, clear, helpful guidance for ministering with people affected by disabilities, especially pastors, elders, deacons, and care team members.
September 30, 2014
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Community Resources for Disabilities
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.
September 30, 2014
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A Compassionate Journey
A guidebook to help congregations care for people dealing with disabilities and other long-term needs.
September 30, 2014
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Mental Health Online Resources
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.
September 27, 2014
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The Ministry of Disability Concerns
Here is a bulletin insert that describes the ministry of Disability Concerns.
September 22, 2014
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Made Like Us Including Our Disabilities
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.
September 12, 2014
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Worship Resources From CICW
The Calvin Institute of Christian Worship has a variety of resources available for ministry to those living with disabilities.
September 8, 2014
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Disability Etiquette: Training Videos
Learn how to communicate with people with disabilities. These one- or two-minute videos show how to improve and ease communication.
September 2, 2014
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Suggestions for Disability Panel Participants
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!