Creating Belonging in the Church for People with Disabilities – Scott Sauls

Every person needs to find a place of acceptance and belonging. For people with disabilities, too often, inclusion can be hard to come by, even within the body of Christ. 

As a pastor, Scott Sauls knows how important it is for the church to embrace marginalized people, like those with disabilities. He has seen firsthand how a robust ministry to people with disabilities—not only welcoming them but evoking their gifts—catalyzes the life of a church.

Scott also knows that pastors and ministry leaders can feel overwhelmed by the idea of starting or growing a disability ministry. He exhorts leaders to trust in God’s abundant provision (no matter the size of the budget or congregation) while stepping forward in faith to serve people with disabilities well.

Key Questions:

• How can your church embrace people who are marginalized?
• What barriers do you face when it comes to serving or connecting with people with disabilities?
• How can you trust God’s abundance and step out in faith today?

Key Scripture:

• “But if we walk in the light, as he is in the light, we have fellowship with one another, and the blood of Jesus, his Son, purifies us from all sin.” 1 John 1:7
   

Resources:

• Find resources to start or grow a disability ministry
• Read Beautiful People Don't Just Happen

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