What does it look like to raise children that will be gospel-goers? We will look at how to start early creating a mission-minded atmosphere in your home that will lead to setting a course for them to go to their Jerusalems, Judeas, Samarias, and to the ends of the earth for the rest of their lives.
Jesus’ teaching in the book of Luke states we are to “go out quickly into the streets and alleys of the town and bring in the poor, the crippled, the blind, and the lame” Luke 14:21. Where are all of these people? Why do they not attend a church? Those with disabilities and intellectual challenges are individuals, not only deserving of the love and support offered by a Christian community, but because of their intrinsic value, are of equal value as active members in the Body of Christ. This session looks biblically at God’s command for ALL of his saints to serve in the body of Christ and how our churches can begin to foster special needs inclusion, community, and discipling. ...
Mom and Dad, it’s not your fault. Today’s children are missing a natural, healthy element seen in cultures across the world: a rite of passage, a clearly defined line that distinguishes childhood from adulthood. Through Walker’s humor and storytelling, you will discover the four things that are missing because of the cultural shift. You will get easy-to-use tools to help raise a responsible, self-reliant adult. ...
We all have questions… “I see my Special Needs acquaintances in my community, but I’m at a loss for how to help or how to act.” “How can I explain Special Needs to my children in a way that helps them understand, care, and serve?” Or even, “How do I acclimate my own family to a Special Needs environment?” In this session, we’ll explore both hard and basic questions with responses that are realistic, biblical, and actually helpful to individuals and families living with special needs, as well as giving particular emphasis on coming alongside them in fellowship and service, and how these go hand-in-hand. ...
