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A Mother’s Call for Change – Creating Churches That Embrace Neurodiversity

I can’t help but feel let down by the church at times. I wish there was more done to include people who are neurodiverse.

People might show up on Sunday, shake hands, smile, and sing the worship songs. But they’re battling mental health conditions.

If you’re wondering how to make your church more inclusive, start by asking autistic adults, parents, or even the children what they need.

“One of the most important things we can do this side of heaven is to get to know God in His fullness,” says Bible teacher Carol McLeod.

According to Michael Bird, author of ‘Religious Freedom in a Secular Age’, it depends on which type of secularism you mean.

Churches should be mindful of what’s involved in providing morning tea, and ensure expectations do not cripple those eager to serve.

Ah, the old effort, excellence, exclusion dilemma: your level of excellence didn’t meet the standard and you are excluded from participating.

As we enter an era characterized by rising interest rates, there is an unexpected casualty emerging: churches.

I don’t know if you have ever left a church service thinking, “Wow – that was really beautiful.” Here are two Sundays where I did…

Why are our children walking away from church and faith and how can we prevent it? Author Melanie Saward has some suggestions.