I am so excited to share my new book, The Spiritual Art of Raising Children with Disabilities with you! Here is an excerpt from the Introduction, to give you an idea of what it's all about. It was written for you, dear reader! Henri Nouwen is one of the great spiritual teachers of my life. I never met him in person, but I knew him intimately through his books on the spiritual life and his … [Read more...]
How Friends, Families, and Churches Can Help Special-Needs Families
If you have a friend, family member, or church member who has a child with a special need or disability, here's how to help. The days after parents hear their child has a disability or special need can be difficult days. Most parents go through a mourning process. The expectations and dreams they may have had for their child die and new ones must take root. Some are in a whirlwind of doctor's … [Read more...]
I Can’t But God Can
I have heard this statement before but something tonight spoke to me deeper: I can't... but God can. Have you ever tried to do something on your own, but figured out after several attempts that you needed help? Do you go in circles worrying about the same things? Are you at your wits end trying to solve problems over and over again? Charlie and I I struggle with these things at times. I … [Read more...]
The Very Best Christmas Gift of All
1st Corinthians 12: 12-27 “Who would like to lead us in some Christmas carols?” John, our pastor, stood up front with the microphone, trying to marshal everyone’s attention. It was Christmas Eve, and excitement filled the air. “Joel’s a really good singer,” Amy called out. Joel grinned and walked toward the front of the church. “You want to lead us, Joel?” John asked. Joel’s grin … [Read more...]