Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: RSS Teamwork in Disability Ministry Teamwork in Disability Ministry – Parents, Volunteers, & Staff – You are the Disability Ministry Team! This Podcast concludes a four part series entitled “Working Together in Disability Ministry” Today’s Podcast “Teamwork in Disability Ministry” is directed to all members of the team: Parents, Volunteers, & Staff. Join us as we discuss Jesus’ example of what we need to do to build a team that works together for the Glory of God, in the Name of Jesus, and by the power of the Holy Spirit to create, build,...
Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: RSS Staff in Disability Ministry Parents and Volunteers need your shepherding leadership. Tune in as we talk about your unique challenges and support you in this challenging role. This Podcast continues a four part series entitled “Working Together in Disability Ministry” Today’s Podcast “Staff in Disability Ministry” is directed to Staff. However, we invite parents/caregivers and volunteers of churches and other faith-based organizations to have a listen, too. It will help you to focus on staff and understand how best to reassure, strengthen, and encourage them. If you would like support in brainstorming...
Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: RSS Volunteers in Disability Ministry Volunteers in Disability Ministry – you are a gift to parents and caregivers and also to the staff members who are commissioned to serve them. This Podcast continues a four part series entitled “Working Together in Disability Ministry” Today’s Podcast “Volunteers in Disability Ministry” is directed to volunteers. However, we invite parents/caregivers and staff of churches and other faith-based organizations to have a listen, too. It will help you to focus on volunteers. If you would like support in brainstorming ideas on this or any topic specific to...
Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: RSS Parents in Disability Ministry Finding a faith-based community that works well for your loved one affected by disability can be a lonely and frustrating one. There are several people with differing roles that need to come together to make it work. Today’s Podcast “Parents – Disability Ministry” is directed to parents. However, we invite volunteers and staff of churches and other faith-based organizations to have a listen, too. It will give you a helpful perspective as you work with parents. If you would like support in brainstorming ideas on this or any...
Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: RSS Traveling can be very enjoyable, but also very stressful. On today’s Podcast, we talk about how to plan ahead to accommodate the needs of all members of your family or traveling group. Some topics that we cover are: Pre-travel planning Packing Passenger nervousness tips (Anxiety) Stops along the way In car – food and snacks In car – entertainment Communication Comfort items The condition of the house as you leave If you would like support in brainstorming ideas about traveling tips or any topic specific to you, please don’t hesitate to email...
Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: RSS Bible Passage: 1 Thessalonians 3:24 Everyone has hard days. Some hard days string together and make hard months and hard years. On this Podcast, we share a particularly difficult season in our lives and how we got through it. We share a journey of discovery that made all the difference between giving up and being victorious. If you are looking for authentic encouragement in your walk through the hard days, give us a listen. We promised you a link in the Podcast. Here it is: www.barbaraleeharper.com/2015/10/10/31-days-with-elisabeth-elliot-do-the-next-thing/ Visit us at Champions4Parents.com You can...
Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: RSS The topic on this Podcast is hidden disabilities. We will discuss a wide range of disabilities or struggles that are not immediately apparent. We are speaking directly to you, parents and caregivers, and encourage you to feel free to share this information with those you wish to enlighten. We knew that we had to address this issue because we see the agony that ignorance and jumping to conclusions produces for the person with the disabilities and those who diligently care for them. So often there is a communication breakdown that often results...
Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: RSS In this podcast, we discuss so many ways how one can help a special needs family. We are speaking to those who want to help, but if you are the family impacted by special needs and disability, we encourage you to share this with a trusted friend or family member. Often people want to help but they don’t know how. This may be the information they need to make a difference in your family’s life. If you are the person who wants to love on a special needs family, first of all,...
Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: RSS Bible Passage: Proverbs 19:20 ESV We are guessing that everyone has received unsolicited advice at one time or another. Some of this unrequested information leaves us with having to process a boat load of thoughts and emotions that range from anger to confusion to heartbreak. We will share real life stories of uninvited advice some parents have received regarding their children who have special challenges (some totally inappropriate, some dangerous, and some helpful). Join us on this Podcast for 3 quick tips to help you maintain good mental health and helpful responses...
Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadSubscribe: RSS Bible Passages: Luke 5:16, Matthew 11:28, Philippians 4:13, 1 Corinthians 3:16-17, 1 Corinthians 6:19-20, Ephesians 2:10, It seems like everyone is talking about self-care and the need to refresh and recharge. How are you doing with that? As a parent, it is difficult sometimes to find the time or the creativity to get refreshed. As a parent of a child with a disability, it can seem like a fairy tale. Refreshing and recharging usually doesn’t happen automatically. Also, we often feel selfish in seeking out those things that fill our cups and...
