ADN at Summer Conferences/Conventions

Be an Advocate! Nurture Supportive Communities

ADN is at MCUSA Convention &

Church of the Brethren

Annual Conference!

MCUSA Convention

July 4 - 8, 2017

Orlando, Florida

Accessibility Hosts will be onsite ready to help make the Convention more accessible to those with disabilities.

Accessibility themed seminars led by Executive Director, Kathy Nofziger Yeakey:

-- Creating a Circle of Love in the Congregation: Learn how to set up a supportive care group focused around the needs of a family touched by disability.

-- Autism Spectrum in the Youth Group: Learn about spiritual formation and autism.

Church of the Brethren

Annual Conference

June 28 - July 2, 2017

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Kathy and Field Associate Rebekah Flores present a workshop titled:

- An Open Roof and an Open Door: Ministry with People of All Abilities

Stop by the ADN table at either event

to pick up your very own

Be An Advocate Button and Sticker!

In this issue

Universal Design...for Congregations!
One size does not fit all. This edition of Connections features stories of congregations that have used creativity and ingenuity to design congregational life to fit the unique needs and styles of participants with disabilities.
Designing Worship at Expressions of Love and Praise
Expressions of Love and Praise creatively redesigned worship into an experience that is participatory, meaningful, and vibrant for those with intellectual disabilities.
Designing Leadership
Dan Longmore's pastoral leadership is shaped and enriched by his disability. Read more for an example of how churches can welcome the leadership gifts of those with disabilities.
Designing Communications
Columbus Mennonite created an Icon Bulletin in addition to their regular bulletin for those in the congregation that are non-readers Check it out!
Hand in Hand With God
When Flora Williams found herself trapped in a Mexican tour bus, her terrific get away turned into months of hospital stays, doctors appointments, and a life-changing disability. Flora's book Hand in Hand with God is reviewed.
Becoming More Accessible Summer 2017
ADN Executive Director Kathy Nofziger Yeakey calls on us to use divinely inspired creativity to break down barriers and promote accessibility.
Designing a Welcoming Space
Most steps towards becoming a more accessible church are simple and easy to do. Dan Longmore, pastor of Marsh Creek Brethren in Christ Church gives tips to making people with disabilities feel more at home.