All Abilities Inclusion Ministry - First Presbyterian Church Birmingham, MI

08/29/2022

This will be excellent if you can make it. Register and watch it later if necessary. Dr. Carter has spoken at the church several times and is an expert in his field.

‼️IN TWO WEEKS‼️ Stone Belt Arc Presents...
- Webinar - Faith and Disability: Strategies for Helping Congregations Move from Exclusion to Embrace
📅 September 15th, 2022 2pm - 3pm ET
🎤 Speaker: Erik Carter, PhD
Registration: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/8016564425919/WN_9eM3zzKtQhi0mjPU1IMQkQ
ℹ️ Description: Like anyone else, faith can have a prominent place in the lives of people with developmental disabilities and their families. Yet many congregations still struggle to widen their welcome and support the meaningful participation of this segment of their local community. This webinar will address practical strategies and resources that direct support professionals, parents, and individuals can use to promote greater access and acceptance within area congregations.

[Image description: background is an oil and paint art piece with a light blue background and splotches of gold, metallic lime green, and dark blue. There is a photo on the right of a white man with brown hair and white/grey beard wearing a navy blue button up shirt. His name, Erik Carter, PhD, is below is pic. To the left, this image reads "Stone Belt Presents: Webinar- Faith and Disability: Strategies for Helping Congregations Move from Exclusion to Embrace September 15th 2pm ET"]

06/22/2022

Tip on Engaging Your Child In Church!

At Everybody's Church, we know that children learn through play. That's why we have a "play church" across the hall from the sanctuary. In this fun space, children and their parents can watch the worship on the screen while playing along with what they see.

Cultivating children’s spirituality through creative outlets is one way that we can help pass on our faith to the next generation. What other outlets have you found helpful in instilling faith and worship with your children?

04/27/2022

Partnering with local non-profits like Angel's Place and FAR has enriched our lives at Everybody's Church.

Webinar 3 is TWO WEEKS AWAY!
Title: When Hospitality & Belonging Becomes Hard: Faith Community Strategies for Responding to Adults with Varying Needs
📅 April 27th 2pm EST
🗣 Speakers: Beth Lang | Cindy Merten MA | Sarah McKenney M.Div. | Rabbi Baruch Rosenberg
Registration Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_4U9zp0yATy2NlgzwiGG11Q
ℹ️ Description: Many congregations are hesitant to open themselves to welcoming people with IDD into worship and the shared life of faith communities. Direct service providers and agencies can help. This webinar discusses how three faith communities and service provider partner with the larger community, agencies, and experienced individuals within the congregation to offer belonging and provide behavior supports.

Image Description: Religion and Spirituality Interest Network with logo "When Hospitality & Belonging Becomes Hard: Faith Community Strategies for Responding to Adults with Varying Needs" and headshots of presenters Beth Lang, Cindy Merten MA, Sarah McKenney M.Div., and Rabbi Baruch Rosenberg

11/17/2020

This is a message of joy and hope!

When the stress of 2020 finally became too much, a thirty-something with autism painted some signs, left her cozy apartment and began standing on street corners, offering messages of love.

10/15/2020

This is exciting news!

Friendship Circle is thrilled to announce their plan to purchase West Bloomfield’s own Dakota Bread Company, well-loved throughout...

06/18/2020

A place where inclusion of all is valued

Happy PRIDE Month!! Many PRIDE celebrations have been cancelled due to the pandemic but stop by and take a picture with this colorful art installation.

04/02/2020

Thanks, Lyn and Doug! Our friends at Angel's Place really enjoyed your Drive by Wave!

Thank you to Lynn and Doug Martens and their Black Beauty, a 1948 Plymouth, that did a drive by visit at some of the homes yesterday! So Fun!

We are so grateful to our Angels' Place community for all of your love and support! You are in our prayers. ❤🙏

03/27/2020

11/09/2019

A timely subject!

The Social Media Workshops have been rescheduled to March 15-16, 2020. Please check our website for more information in the spring.