“He will not fight or shout or raise his voice in public. He will not crush the weakest reed or put out a flickering candle. Finally he will cause justice to be victorious.” Matthew 12:19-20 (NIV) So often the writers of Scripture do not really describe “what” Jesus did with His time, but they do speak of “how” He did it. When we read of Jesus, He is often portrayed as Continue Reading
Recently we celebrated our daughter’s tenth birthday. Watching Sarah blow out the candles on her cake brought a rush of memories collected over the course of a decade. As I clapped for joy when the last candle was extinguished, my heart knew I was also applauding the amazing young lady Little Miss Sarah had become. At ten years old, Sarah demonstrates an exuberant passion Continue Reading
When I became the parent of a child with special needs, I learned many things that I never knew before, even as a pediatrician! Being a parent of a child with special needs is an exhausting, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year job without a break No wonder the current divorce rate for families with special needs is extremely high, and rises even higher if you Continue Reading
Recently I read an article that said, “My sibling has a disability and no one wants to be their friend.” Oh how my heart ached when I read that. I felt like I had been punched in the gut once again with memories of desperately seeking out friendships for my brother, Matthew, who has cerebral palsy, ADHD, and learning disabilities. I have quietly wrestled with this challenge Continue Reading
Irresistible. Take a moment to consider this word - it’s powerful and compelling. It draws us in and inspires us. But what exactly does Irresistible mean? An Irresistible Church is "an authentic community built on the hope of Christ that compels people affected by disability to fully belong." As we begin this journey of disability ministry together, it seems fitting to ensure Continue Reading
