Publications
The Connections newsletter and Opening Doors blog are written by ADN staff and field associates, as well as guest writers. The stories and reflections of individuals with disabilities illuminate their rich faith life and their lived experience. Contributions from faith communities dedicated to fostering inclusion encourage other congregations to embrace diversity and nurture spaces of belonging. Together, these stories underscore the importance of accessibility, empathy, and education in creating faith communities where everyone can fully participate and thrive.
Connections Newsletter
After We’re Gone
Attorney Jennifer Lile and Stewardship Consultant Lyle Miller discuss the unique aspects of estate planning for families of those with disabilities.
Resource Review: Believing and Belonging
Field Associate Sarah Werner reviews the anabaptist baptism & membership curriculum for adults with intellectual disabilities.
Celebrating Seeds of Spiritual Growth
Chris Esau and Patty Andres share their baptism testimonies, with a short reflection by Chaplain Mike Gilmore.
Opening Doors Blog
Typical
In this poem, Kathryn Newswanger challenges the notion that people who are neurotypical decide what is normal.
The Future is Unknown
A song by Ann Hamlin acknowledges her anxiety of a future after her caregivers pass away.
Taftsville Chapel Mennonite Fellowship Dedicates Accessibility Ramp
Steve McCloskey, Pastor, shares the church’s theological journey that led to the installation of the accessibility ramp.
Going Deeper
Christmas Gifts
Ann Hamlin recenters us on what is truly important, God’s gift of love, in this Christmas-themed song.
Different is Beautiful
In this collaboration with Mennonite Women USA for Disability Pride Month, Sarah Werner redefines her disability as something to be proud of, not something to be ashamed of.
God Hears Me
Read and Listen to Ann Hamlin’s newest song about talking with and hearing from God.
Media Reviews
Book Review: Dancing with Elephants
Mindfulness Training for Those Living with Dementia, Chronic Illness, or an Aging Brain.
Book Review: Does My Child Have PTSD?
What to do When Your Child is Hurting from the Inside Out
Book Review: Deaf Ministry
Ministry Models for Expanding the Kingdom of God.
