Mental Health Institute Spotlight Session: Neurodiversity, Children & Church

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"Do you have a checklist for what our church needs to do?" It's the question ministry leaders often ask about neurodivergence.

We all want our churches to be places where people are known, loved, and growing as disciples of Jesus. For many neurodivergent people and their families, church can be difficult. Many describe longing to belong, but sensory overwhelm, unpredictable routines, and social expectations can make participation challenging.

If you serve children or youth in your church, you have probably asked some version of this question: what do we need to do to enable neurodivergent children and their families to fully participate in church life? It is tempting to look for a simple checklist. But Kate Morris suggests a better starting point: the children in your care.

If you’re involved with children or youth in your church…

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