In this issue of Connections, Jim Pierson will tell you about the first Disability Ministry Certificate being granted through the Johnson Bible College distance learning program. Also, learn about a new resource that will enhance your ministry training and read our thought provoking question and reply for this period.
Please click this link to view: Connections_Sept_081.pdf
Our July 2008 Connections features a touching response to the article “Corey, Faith and Asperger’s Autism” which was posted on the CCFH blog May 2008.
Other timely information includes a new resource for the religious education of learners with autism and web resources that address disaster preparedness and abuse issues.
Dealing with sensitive topics when ministering with adults with developmental disabilities may be a special challenge. Click this link, Connections_May_2008.pdf, to read the latest issue of our Connections newsletter for information on a new resource that deals with this complex subject.
In other articles, read how you can help us meet the need for resource materials and let us direct you to some uplifting ministry information from the In His Image Ministry at Highlands Church, Scottsdale, Arizona.
Read the March edition of CCFH Connections to learn how one ministry reaches out with their inclusion model for Sunday school.
At CCFH Ministries, we see the year 2008 as one of renewed dedication. Our focus will be on moving disability ministry to a new level. Look for exciting new articles and news in the coming months.
First, in order to move upward, we must examine our base.
Click to read this issue: Connections_January_2008.pdf
We are always elated when friends alert us about relevant issues in disability ministry. This issue addresses the timely matter of church support specifically targeted for veterans. Other interesting items include information on disaster preparedness for persons with disabilities.
Click to read the entire issue: Connections November 2007.pdf
After you read the issue, click here for From Where I Sit.pdf referenced in the article, “Honoring All Who Served…”.
“From Where I Sit - Flesh and Blood “– From Wings: A Faithletter For United Methodists With Disabilities And Those Who Care About Them (Spring 2007 — Vol. 17, Issue 4, No. 68)
This issue addresses a variety of informative topics. Among them are: BuildingChurchLeaders.com offers a video preview of “Exceptional Teaching Online” to encourage church leaders to take advantage of available resources for disability ministry training; and information on The Healthy Aging® Campaign.
Click to read the entire issue: Connections September 2007.pdf
This issue features introductory excerpts from two articles, Helping Adults with Cognitive Disabilities Deal with Tragedy and Joe’s Debut: Easy, Natural Inclusion, which address some very prevalent issues. The full articles were generated as separate files to make copying and distribution to others in your ministry easier. A link to each is located directly below this posting.
Additionally, we highlight the recent awards two of our residents received as part of Goodwill Industries’ local recognition program.
We hope your ministry efforts are strengthened by our resources.
Click to read the entire issue: Connections_July__2007.pdf
Feature articles:
Helping_Students_with_Cognitive_Disabilities_Deal_with_Tragedy1.pdf
In the May 2007 issue of Connections, Jim Pierson discusses both autism and the recent Accessibility Summit at McLean Bible Church. We also show you what others are doing by highlighting a Special Needs Ministry Celebration Sunday event at Pentecostal House of God, Detroit, Michigan.
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The March 2007 issue of Connections highlights two new Publications, By Faith/Beginning a Disability Ministry and Abide in HIM/Evangelizing With Adults with Disabilities.
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