Katie Wetherbee and I first met at a special needs ministry conference around 2010. She made a beeline to my book table and introduced herself. I attended Katie’s workshop and loved what she had to say. Before the end of the conference, we exchanged email addresses. We quickly became good friends. Maybe because we had a lot in common. We were both the parents of kids with special needs. We … [Read more...]
Experiencing the Joy of the Moment
Read below for a guest post from Jared Kennedy. Kelly couldn’t wait to talk after the service. She met Megan and me in the stairwell on our way to the children’s wing. “I have to tell you about Lucy’s morning!” For parents of a child diagnosed with autism, that’s not necessarily how you want to be greeted. Anxious thoughts run through your head. Did she bolt from the classroom? Did she have a … [Read more...]
A New Resource for Special Needs Parents
Read below for an interview with Lorna Bradley, author of the new book, Special Needs Parenting: From Coping to Thriving (affiliate links included). What is Special Needs Parenting: From Coping to Thriving? Who is it for? Special Needs Parenting: From Coping to Thriving is a book written for any parent or loved one of a person with special needs, offering emotional and spiritual support for … [Read more...]
Weekend Links: Vol. 22
Sarah from Hope in Autism shares how at the end of a huge meltdown, her son's actions gave them a glimpse of glory. Ellen asks why we are so afraid of disability, and how we can put that fear away. Laurie gets honest about the season her marriage is in as she writes to encourage with "What Not to Do When Marriage Stinks." Jolene shares links to twelve posts on care giver stress … [Read more...]
Angels Unaware
“Do not neglect to show hospitality to strangers, for thereby some have entertained angels unawares.” Hebrews 13:2 Have you ever met someone and felt an instant bond? That’s what happened the day I met Katie. We both were new to Oxford, Ohio, a sleepy little college town in southwest Ohio. My husband and I, along with our son, Joel (who has autism), had been worshipping at the Oxford Vineyard … [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...]