Overview

Belonging without Barriers casts a vision of inclusion and full belonging within our churches and other Christian communities for those with additional needs. Brading, Bunyan, and Wood begin by exploring the theological basis for this vision, aiming to inspire the reader with God’s love for the weak and marginalised in society. They then move into a practical section outlining a range of different experiences we are likely to encounter, including autism, learning disabilities, and physical disabilities. Each chapter contains up-to-date research, personal accounts, interviews, and a range of specific, actionable ideas, including changes that any individual within the church could make. This book shares a vision not just for inclusion, but for full integration and belonging for those with additional needs. Throughout, the emphasis is that this is an ‘every believer ministry’ as we all grow in love together as Christ’s disciples wherever he has put us.

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9781800394209

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Triona Brading has worked with both adults with learning disabilities and primary-age children with social, emotional, and mental health needs. She leads the SEND provision at Revive Bible festival and is currently training in church ministry.  Lois Bunyan works in the disability arts sector and has experience facilitating workshops for adults with learning disabilities, people living with dementia, and those with brain and stroke injuries. She also serves in various ministries alongside her husband, a vicar in the Church of England.  . Claire Wood is a secondary school teacher and parent of a child with special educational needs. She serves her local church through youth and children’s ministry, as a PCC member and formerly as church warden. 

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