Autism has evolved from an unfamiliar term to an everyday reality for millions of people. Bookstore shelves are filled with resources that address how Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) affect children and adults at school, work, and home.
But what about the church? What about your church? How can it become a welcoming place for individuals and families affected by ASD?
This resource offers practical ways to welcome and include individuals with ASD into the full life of your congregation. It will enable your church to
appreciate those with ASD as persons created in God’s image
learn about five specific disorders included in ASD
discover ten strategies for including people with ASD
develop an action plan for ongoing ministry
Reproducible resources included are
Sample Interview Questionnaire for Children’s Ministry
Sample Interview Questionnaire for Adult Ministry
Sample Observation Form
Sample Parent Permission Form
Sample Adult Permission Form
Sample Job Description for Coordinator of Ministry to Children and Adults with Special Needs
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