Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: RSS Join us on this Podcast entitled “The Challenges of Traveling with Disability” as we discuss some of the unique challenges special needs families encounter while traveling. The resilience of families affected by disability never ceases to amaze us. There is this underlying persistence and grit that propels forward motion to do what needs doing moment by moment. God is in these moments. Our children, siblings, and friends with disabilities are fearfully and wonderfully made by a loving Creator. There is a greater reason and purpose for the struggles and challenges we face....
Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: RSS Join us on this Podcast entitled “Every Child Needs?” as we discuss some things we learned at a recent appreciation lunch/training for volunteers in the disability ministry of our church. Listen in as we talk a little more about these four things that Every Child Needs: To know Jesus personally. To be known by name. To be prayed for weekly. To be discipled. If you would like support in brainstorming ideas on this or any topic specific or of concern to you, please don’t hesitate to email us at Champions4Parents@gmailcom. We would...
Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: RSS Join us on this Podcast entitled “Special Needs or Disabled?” as we discuss the words used to describe people with disabilities. There are strong opinions around the language of disability. What should be our response? As a parent or as someone who serves in disability ministry, what is the correct terminology? Listen in as we share terms and some meanings and the place we have come to for ourselves in dealing with this ever-changing lingo. If you would like support in brainstorming ideas on this or any topic specific to you, please...
Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: RSS Ministry is hard. It can be very lonely and a bit overwhelming. Join us on this Podcast entitled “Tips for Ministry Folks to Serve more Effectively” to find out ways that you can combat the loneliness and address the overwhelm. Our goal in this podcast is for you to find something that can boost you as you carry out the tasks before you. Please know you are not alone and that we are here to serve you. Parents – Let’s encourage the leaders who are working with our loved ones. Feel free...
Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: RSS Parents and Caregivers are you feeling a little low? Wondering why your family is dealing with special needs? Are you sad that you cannot do what you used to be able to do? Are you grieving over the loss of the life you anticipated for you and your family? Join us on this Podcast entitled “Feeling Lonely” for one way that may help you to get out of the doldrums. You may hear just what you need today to encourage you in your own journey in this season. This Podcast is for...
Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: RSS Raising children with disabilities is challenging. Along the journey, we, as parents, learn some things. Join us on this Podcast entitled “Lessons Learned Raising a Child with Disabilities” and hear from parents. Take courage from other parents. Know that you are not alone. Gain wisdom and get tips that could make your days a little lighter. You may hear just what you need to hear today to encourage you in your own journey in this season. This Podcast is for you if you are a dad or a mom of a child...
Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: RSS Family. Sometimes extended family including folks like Grandparents, Siblings, Aunts, Uncles, Cousins, etc. are very helpful as we navigate life with a child with disabilities. Other times, family gatherings are filled with more anxiety than cozy Hallmark moments. Join us on this Podcast entitled “Surviving Extended Family Events” where we will share challenges many parents face and some ideas and solutions that might make your family events more doable. This Podcast is for you if you are a dad or a mom seeking to participate in family events with extended family. This...
Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: RSS Community. We all need it. Today on the Podcast, we talk about the benefits we get when we are part of a community. We also share with you different ways that you may be able to find community for you and your family. This Podcast is for you if you are a dad or a mom looking to find community, or a ministry leader desiring to help families affected by disabilities to find community. If you would like support in brainstorming ideas on this or any topic specific to you, please don’t...
Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: RSS Dads, we know that you have a lot to process when your children have significant challenges. Join us as we discuss Tom’s own struggles as a dad and what he found to be helpful in navigating being part of a family affected by disabilities. We also talk about the broader spectrum of what other dads may be feeling. Moms, you may want to catch this chat to find out what the dad of your child may be experiencing and what you can do to help. Leaders in churches and faith communities, we...
Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: RSS Mama, you are going full speed ahead taking care of the needs of everyone around you. It is what you do, because you love them. But – here’s the question – are you realizing that you need to nourish you as well? Have you been so focused on your loved ones for such an extended period of time, forgetting to nourish you, that you may be dangerously close to empty? Are you showing signs of depletion, physically, spiritually, emotionally, and/or mentally? This Podcast is for you. Take 15 minutes today to have...
