Two of the areas that I write on the most are Christian apologetics and disabilities. This … How Apologetics Intersects With My Interest in DisabilitiesRead more
Special Needs
What Our Church Does For Disability Ministry
When people find out that I’m interested in disabilities, I often get asked what we do … What Our Church Does For Disability MinistryRead more
Caring for Special Needs People in Your Small Church
One of the most practical podcasts that I listen to is the 200 Church podcast. I … Caring for Special Needs People in Your Small ChurchRead more
Good News: Churches That Get It
As a pastor and a father of two children with special needs, I know that it … Good News: Churches That Get ItRead more
Don’t You Dare Judge!
One of the outcomes that some special needs families experience is that the children move into … Don’t You Dare Judge!Read more
Stay Engaged With Your Special Needs Child (Part 2)
This is the first of two-part guest post by Bryan Stoudt. Visit Bryan’s website at the link … Stay Engaged With Your Special Needs Child (Part 2)Read more
Special Needs Families Are Not a Monolithic Group
I speak often on the needs of families who are dealing with disabilities. My prayer to … Special Needs Families Are Not a Monolithic GroupRead more
Stay Engaged With Your Special Needs Child (Part 1)
This is the first of two-part guest post by Bryan Stoudt. Visit Bryan’s website at the link … Stay Engaged With Your Special Needs Child (Part 1)Read more
Good News: One of the Best Weeks Ever
This past week was one of the best weeks of my entire life. Our family was … Good News: One of the Best Weeks EverRead more
5 Things Pastors Need to Know About Autism
I have been contacted by a number of pastors lately about autism. I’m impressed with pastors … 5 Things Pastors Need to Know About AutismRead more
Psalm 139 Reflectors Reading
The Buddy Ministry
I love how this church has developed a ministry to bless special needs kids and their … The Buddy MinistryRead more
Silver Linings Have Clouds
As a parent of special needs children, I try to stay positive. I look at the … Silver Linings Have CloudsRead more
Brian Doerksen and Special Needs Parenting
This is a powerful video by Brian and Joyce Doerksen on their experience as parents of … Brian Doerksen and Special Needs ParentingRead more
Welcoming People With Special Needs
Samsung recently made a very touching commercial about a community that learned sign language in order … Welcoming People With Special NeedsRead more
The Drop Box
I recently had the opportunity to preview the documentary, The Drop Box. Spoiler Alert: It is … The Drop BoxRead more
How to Make Your Church Autism Friendly – Print Edition
One of my most personal projects has been How to Make Your Church Autism-Friendly. It has … How to Make Your Church Autism Friendly – Print EditionRead more
Poncho Memories
My good news post is inspired by something today but is actually about a memory from … Poncho MemoriesRead more
Inclusion In Your Church
A guest post by Ron Sandison. As the body of Christ, we should care for the … Inclusion In Your ChurchRead more
Why Should Your Church Care About Autism?
Should your church care about people with autism? Should your church attempt to reach out to … Why Should Your Church Care About Autism?Read more
Exceptional Ministry: A Conversation With Keith Dow
I met Keith Dow when I spoke at a family retreat. While I found his background … Exceptional Ministry: A Conversation With Keith DowRead more
Feels So Write
I have been trying to feel my way ever since I stopped working at Faith Today. … Feels So WriteRead more
When Children Look Normal
I have shared many times about our two children with autism. It has been a struggle … When Children Look NormalRead more
Doug Ford and Special Needs Teens
I made a terrible mistake last night. Right before bed I read the story that Doug … Doug Ford and Special Needs TeensRead more
Down Syndrome and a Father’s Heart
I recently posted this picture on my Facebook wall and had an interesting response. I generally … Down Syndrome and a Father’s HeartRead more