Wednesday, April 11, 2007

Discussion Starters for Your Disability Ministry

DISCUSSION STARTERS
Perhaps you have been considering how you might help your congregation
become more inclusive and welcoming. Here are some questions to ponder
and discuss.
· What are the barriers persons with disabilities face in joining this faith
community?
· How are we currently working to reduce the barriers persons with
disabilities face in participating in the liturgical, educational, and social life
here?
· Why aren’t there more persons with disabilities in leadership roles? How
can we change that?
· What is our intentional plan to include children with disabilities in our
religious education and sacramental preparation classes?
· How can we encourage persons with disabilities to offer their expertise on
reducing barriers?
· What is our plan to teach ourselves and our children about the difference
between making accommodations and creating an inclusive community?
· How will we put together a written commitment to look at ways we can
become accessible and welcoming?
· Are persons with disabilities a vital part of our discussion about reducing
barriers and becoming more inclusive?

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