Faith communities build leaders- we see the same story across American History- from the revolutionary war to the modern civil rights movement, leaders nurtured in their faith communities as young people, who go on to bring our country into a better and brighter future. As faith communities, who we call and nurture as lay andContinue reading “5 Tips to Help you Nurture Leaders of all Abilities in your Faith Community”
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Daughter, Your Faith has Healed You: Belonging and Inclusion in the Gospel of Mark
I would love to share a recent sermon on Mark 5:21-33. This passage helped me discern my call to ministry- and I love to think about the strength and persistence of the woman who reached out to touch the fringe of Jesus’ cloak. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2DdkcwfsLoQ&t=998s (min 16:00)
We are So Glad to See You!
I love mosaics. I like the rustic ones made out of broken pottery or bottle caps, and the intricate ones made of hand-painted tiles. I like the mosaics that elementary kids make where each person in the class draws a different part of the picture. I like the striking ones that catch the sun onContinue reading “We are So Glad to See You!”
3 Universal Design Ideas to Welcome People with (and without) Disabilities to Your Faith Community
Whether you use a wheelchair, a walker, or a stroller, or if you have ever had to move something heavy, we can all sing the praises of the architects who invented universal design. Every time we use a curb cut, a ramp instead of stairs, or the push button on a door we see thatContinue reading “3 Universal Design Ideas to Welcome People with (and without) Disabilities to Your Faith Community”
Worship Guide
Looking for a simple, universal way to support EVERYONE in worship? look no further than this PDF Worship Guide. With simple icons and easy to understand directions, this guide will help everyone belong in worship. You can also check out a sample bulletin here: https://faithinclusion.com/2022/01/05/illustrated-bulletin/.
Belonging 