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Inclusion in the Church – Part 3
Disabled people need to learn to embrace their disability as a gift from God rather than trying to “fix” it or hide it from others. Perhaps it is not the gift they would have chosen if it had been offered to them as an option, but it is a gift that they have and one… Continue reading
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Overcoming Personal Fears: A Journey Towards Courage
Facing our personal fears is a universal challenge, yet it remains an intensely personal journey. Identifying these fears is the first critical step; it requires honesty and self-reflection. Acknowledging what terrifies us lays the groundwork for effective confrontation and eventual mastery over these fears. Strategies for Confronting Fears Education about the fear, understanding its roots… Continue reading
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Inclusion in the Church – Part 2
Physical and attitudinal barriers must be removed from the Church in general but also amongst members of the Church. Inclusion also must be accepted by the disabled person and their families. They need to be able to step away from “able”ism which expects them to adapt their thoughts and ways of living to match that… Continue reading
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Inclusion in the Church – Part 1
Inclusion in the Church is a key element of living the Gospel that Jesus taught and lived by His example. When we fail to recognize the need for diversity within the Church, we fail to live the Gospel. Inclusion does not only refer to physical access for disabled people but also understanding how to properly… Continue reading
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Inclusion in the Church
Over the next month and a half, I will be posting a series on Inclusion of Disabled People in the Church. It is my prayer that everyone who reads these posts will take them to heart and implement them in your own churches and religious communities. While they are aimed towards the Christian community, they… Continue reading
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Our Gift as Christians
Hebrews 6:9–11 (GNT): We know that you have the better blessings that belong to your salvation. 10 God is not unfair. He will not forget the work you did or the love you showed for him in the help you gave and are still giving to other Christians. 11 Our great desire is that each… Continue reading
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Systemic Attitudinal Discrimination
These three words carry a lot of power. While Systemic Attitudinal Discrimination against Disabled People is out of control in general society, I’m going to limit this post to religious communities. I am Deaf. My primary language is ASL. I’m also fluent and conversational in several other languages. I’m Disabled. I use a power chair,… Continue reading
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Inclusion of Disabled People
What is the legacy you want to leave behind? I have a dream. I want to start my own online program based on my PhD dissertation that will teach people how to implement inclusion in the Church for all disabled people. I’m only brainstorming right now but I know I can do this. The need… Continue reading
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Inclusion for Disabled People
What’s one small improvement you can make in your life? I’m pretty happy with my life but of course there is always a place for improvement. One improvement, although not small is to advocate more for inclusion of Disabled people in any way I can. I’ve been an advocate most of my life, thanks to… Continue reading
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A Standard Poodle by my Side
When do you feel most productive? I feel most productive when I have a Standard Poodle by my side. My Standard Poodle service dog passed away in November and this weekend in babysitting for someone. This weekend has been the most productive I’ve had since November, having a giant poodle beside me. It makes me… Continue reading
Dr Kelly Fleming 