by Hugh | Nov 8, 2011 | Disability Around The World, Local Ministry Updates
One of my favorite authors wrote: “Where can I find encouragement? For that is what I need most.” Families with a disabled child need frequent encouragement. Raising a disabled child is a long slog, and getting encouragement along the way is vital....
by Hugh | Sep 29, 2011 | Disability Around The World, Local Ministry Updates
A man of many companions may come to ruin, but there is a friend who sticks closer than a brother. (Proverbs 18:24) The ability to make friends is one of the most important skills for those with special needs and for their families. But to do this, we had better...
by Hugh | Aug 19, 2011 | Disability Around The World, Local Ministry Updates
How do you celebrate the birthday of a child with significant disabilities? This turns out to be a problem for many families. Birthdays are important events in many cultures. They mark significant milestones in the life of children and can be major social events. But...
by Hugh | Jul 27, 2011 | Disability Around The World, Local Ministry Updates
What did you do this summer? My family attended one of the Joni and Friends family camps. We didn’t just have a good time there. We experienced the grace of God. (No, this is not an advertisement. I’m going to take some time describing the camp; but there...
by Hugh | Jul 3, 2011 | Disability Around The World, Local Ministry Updates
It was a rare moment of quiet in our house. The television was blaring at top volume, but at least all the people were relatively content and peaceful. The doorbell rang, and I had to get up to answer it. I was curious who it could be. We rarely have people drop by to...
