We share how a simple hello can open doors for people with disabilities and how respect, kindness, and assuming competence reshape church culture. We outline training, practical first steps, and a Gospel-centered vision for true belonging.<...

We explore how predictable transitions reduce anxiety and open ministry spaces to people of all abilities. Simple, low-cost tools like visual schedules, timers, and gentle cues build trust, increase engagement, and make the gospel more accessib...

We share simple tools—if-then and now-next—that lower anxiety, improve transitions, and open real access to worship and community for people with disabilities. The focus is practical, personal, and rooted in a vision of social and spiritual acc...

We explore how communication barriers keep many disabled people outside church life and lay out practical tools that welcome them in. From captioning and ALDs to AAC, ASL, and visual schedules, we share strategies any church can adopt to turn a...

What happens when we reduce someone to a label? We miss the fullness of who they are. Tracie Corll tackles this crucial conversation, revealing why the church must move beyond disability diagnoses to truly welcome everyone.Through perso...

Your nervous system makes decisions about safety before your conscious mind even catches up. This fascinating reality explains why creating genuinely inclusive environments for people with disabilities requires much more than good intentions—it...

What if we've been thinking about inclusion all wrong? While the world promotes the idea that inclusion means "I get to be wherever I want," genuine biblical inclusion offers something far more meaningful—the accessibility to serve exactly wher...

Stimming behaviors, when properly understood and supported, can be bridges to connection rather than barriers to inclusion. What might appear unusual to neurotypical people serves crucial self-regulating functions for those with autism or ADHD....

The gap is staggering—25% of Americans have disabilities, yet 80% of them never cross the threshold of our churches. In this thought-provoking exploration of neurodevelopmental conditions, host Tracy Correll unpacks the complex characteristics ...

Learning disabilities affect how the brain processes information and are not related to intelligence, yet 80% of people with disabilities aren't in our churches. As a mother and ministry leader who has navigated this journey with my son, I shar...

The evolution of autism terminology has shifted dramatically over time, from PDD-NOS and Asperger's to the current three levels of autism in the DSM-5. Understanding these changes helps church leaders better serve individuals with autism while ...

Every person deserves the opportunity to know Christ, grow in Him, and serve Him with their unique gifts, regardless of ability. This episode explores the complex, interrelated concepts of special interests, hyperfocus, and perseveration (loopi...

Teen disability ministry is a forgotten area between children's and adult ministries that deserves more attention. Teenagers with disabilities often engage in "masking"—hiding their natural behaviors to fit in—which prevents them from fully bei...

Every person deserves the opportunity to know Christ, grow in Him and serve Him with the gifts He has given, regardless of their ability. The church is missing 80% of the 65 million Americans who have disabilities, and understanding structured ...

Tracie Corll addresses the challenge of creating church environments welcoming to those with sensory sensitivities. Over 80% of the 65 million Americans with disabilities aren't in churches, highlighting a significant gap in religious inclusivi...

Disability ministry has dramatically evolved over decades, shifting from institutionalization and separation to comprehensive inclusion recognizing every person's value as part of the body of Christ.• Statistics show the US population w...

We explore the critical differences between serving children and adults with disabilities in church settings, offering practical strategies for creating inclusive environments that honor each person's unique needs and life stage.• Over ...

Let's explore how spiritual development applies to people with disabilities, focusing on practical strategies for discipleship and growth within church communities. With 25% of Americans having a disability but over 80% absent from churches, th...

Church culture often overlooks a startling reality - while 25% of Americans have a disability, 80% aren't in our churches. This disconnect between our theology and practice demands a shift in perspective to recognize that different is not less....

We explore the crucial topic of discipleship for people with disabilities and why it's not optional in the spiritual journey. Examining how churches typically respond to disability ministry, we unpack the importance of genuine inclusion beyond ...

We explore how understanding information processing is crucial for inclusive ministry, focusing on how information gets in, how it's processed, and how it gets out. Drawing insights from Barbara Newman's book "Accessible Gospel, Inclusive Worsh...

Volunteers serve as the hands and feet of Jesus in disability ministry, creating welcoming environments where people of all abilities can experience faith and community. We explore recruitment strategies, training approaches, and the transforma...

Tracie Corll explores practical strategies for creating welcoming churches for people with disabilities, focusing on foundational elements that make disability ministry most effective. • Physical accessibility is essential—ramps...

Disability ministry requires careful balance between specialized support and full church integration. Examining the medical, social, and spiritual models of disability helps churches develop more effective, compassionate approaches to inclusion...

Tracy Corll tackles the challenging reality that over 80% of Americans with disabilities are not inside church walls. She explores intellectual disabilities, their impact on daily life, and how churches can break down barriers to become truly i...