June 2019
47th PCA General Assembly: Dallas, Texas
Engaging Disability staff will be in the Exhibition Hall at the 47th PCA General Assembly in Dallas, Texas. Stop by to say "hello" and chat informally with us or email us to schedule a time to discuss any disability-related topic. We hope to see you there! For more information on the 2019 PCA General Assembly, please visit the Assembly website.
Find out more »A Time to Stand Conference
A Time To Stand is a one-day conference hosted by the Gospel Reformation Network in partnership with Reformed Theological Seminary, Westminster Theological Seminary (Philadelphia), and Westminster Seminary California. This conference aims to encourage the Presbyterian Church In America to “stand unapologetically and unashamedly upon the truth of God’s Word as the winds of secularism increase and cultural pressures rise.” Speakers are: Kevin DeYoung, Al Mohler, David Garner, Ligon Duncan, and Tim Geiger. Register soon. Space is limited. Engaging Disability With…
Find out more »General Assembly Booth Talk – Discipleship for the Uniquely-Abled Child
Wednesday, June 26, 2019 9 am CT Speaker: Ashley Belknap, Director of Engaging Disability With The Gospel We want ALL our covenant children to understand who God is and have meaningful relationships at church. But that can be challenging for a child who has special needs. We will discuss five ways to support children in worship and five ways to promote children’s growth in Sunday School. Booth 402 in the Hilton Anatole Trinity Exhibit Hall. No registration necessary.
Find out more »General Assembly Booth Talk – Pastors and Elders: First Steps in Disability Ministry
Wednesday, June 26, 2019 4 pm CT Speaker: Ashley Belknap, Director of Engaging Disability With The Gospel The first step is to identify the families and individuals impacted by disability already in your congregation. Next, there are 10 easy steps your church can take while working within its existing ministries. These steps will make you more effective in shepherding your entire congregation. Booth 402 in the Hilton Anatole Trinity Exhibit Hall. No registration necessary.
Find out more »General Assembly Booth Talk – Supporting Families Who Are Touched by Disability
Thursday, June 27, 2019 9:30 am CT Speaker: Ashley Belknap, Director of Engaging Disability With The Gospel A formal, organized disability ministry isn’t necessary for your church to effectively care for kids, teens, and adults with disabilities. We will look at 20 ways that virtually anyone (that means YOU!) can care for and encourage individuals and families impacted by disability. Booth 402 in the Hilton Anatole Trinity Exhibit Hall. No registration necessary.
Find out more »General Assembly Booth Talk – Children’s Catechism: Adapted Teaching That Works
Thursday, June 27, 2019 4 pm CT Speaker: Ashley Belknap, Director of Engaging Disability With The Gospel What is “adapted teaching?” It is simply breaking down theological concepts into small parts that almost any learner can grasp. We will talk about how to work on memory skills, increase language, and teach theological truths bit by bit using the children’s catechism. Booth 402 in the Hilton Anatole Trinity Exhibit Hall. No registration necessary.
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Engaging Disability With The Gospel is a missional partnership of Mission to North America (MNA). We serve people touched by disability and the congregations of the Presbyterian Church in America (PCA) which minister with them.