Education and Awareness

Nondisabled church leaders and congregation members must educate themselves on the experiences of disabled people and increase their own awareness of the barriers people with disabilities face in the church. When we are informed, we begin to notice barriers and act to address them.

ADN offers educational guides, webinars, and lesson plans written from an Anabaptist perspective on how our faith intersects with disabilities and mental illness. These resources are useful for Sunday School classes seeking an introduction to disability theology or pastors hoping to increase their own awareness of their congregation.

Publications

Year One Song List

All In The newest venture of Anabaptist Disabilities Network, made possible by a grant from the Lilly Foundation Who is God? Song List The following songs were created by Soil and Seed for the All In Project as part of the Year One resources. We hope these songs are helpful in your ministry.
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Year One Resources

All In The newest venture of Anabaptist Disabilities Network, made possible by a grant from the Lilly Foundation Year One Resources: Who is God? We believe the best way to learn about God is together with other people. Sometimes when we go to church, the worship service is mostly reading and thinking quietly. This can
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Connections Newsletter Archive

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Substance Use Disorder

Substance Use Disorder Substance use disorders are complex conditions that are acquired in a variety of ways. They are not the result of a moral failing and often require comprehensive medical treatment to prevent relapse and aid in recovery. Substances such as drugs and alcohol change how the brain functions over time and significantly affect
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Traumatic Brain Injury

Traumatic Brain Injury Traumatic brain injury (TBI) can be caused by a blow to the head or an object that travels into the brain, such as a bullet or shattered piece of skull. TBI can be mild and only cause symptoms temporarily, or it can be severe and cause long-term health complications. It can cause
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Myalgic Encephalitis

Myalgic Encephalitis Myalgic encephalitis (ME), also known as chronic fatigue syndrome, is a condition that causes severe fatigue that is not improved with rest, problems thinking and sleeping, dizziness, pain, and other symptoms. People with ME may get worse after any kind of physical or mental exertion, requiring an extended period of rest. About 1
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