Wonderful Works Talks - Accessible Faith Podcast

Hey, I'm Barb Stanley, host of Wonderful Works Talks where we talk all about the disability ministry mission of making churches accessible for all. And I am so excited to invite you to dive deep into topics like ministry leadership, advocacy, and personal stories about disability and faith that will open your eyes and your heart. So, please join us each month as we talk to a new guest all about the wonderful work that they are doing for our mission. To learn more about our ministry check out https://www.wonderfulworksministry.org

Wonderful Works Talks - Accessible Faith Podcast is a religion podcast hosted by Barb Stanley, with 34 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Barb Stanley hosts Wonderful Works Talks - Accessible Faith Podcast, a religion show with 34 episodes published.

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  Episode #33

  This Unexpected Life with Carrie M. Holt

  Aug 24, 202649 minS4

  “If God has planted the seeds of a big dream in your heart, do you believe that he will continue to grow that dream. Or do you think that sometimes challenges in life mean that we need to have small dreams instead?” Today we are talking to author, speaker, podcaster and mom, Carrie M. Holt all about the unexpected life of being a special needs mom. Carrie shares her story, why no season of life is wasted, and how her faith has impacted her journey. Plus, I get more honest than I ever have been before. We go deep. So, get ready to buckle up and leave with a lot to think about and a little encouragement. Carrie M Holt Bio Carrie is the host of This Unexpected Life podcast and co-author of The Other Side of Special: Navigating the Messy, Emotional, Joy-Filled Life of a Special Needs Mom . She is an expert in navigating hospital stays and the challenges of parenting a child with comprehensive medical, physical, and developmental challenges. She is passionate about helping other special needs moms. To learn more about Carrie please visit her website at carriemholt.com A quick note on disability terms: Before you listen, I wanted to talk to you about something important about our podcast, and that is how we will be referring to disability during our discussions. We want you to know that at Wonderful Works Ministry, we know that words matter. We will strive to use preferred language regarding disability. But we also understand that preferred terms change over time and also can be subjective and vary from person to person, even among those with a shared diagnosis. With this in mind, we ask that you understand that we, here at Wonderful Works, and our guests may use a variety of terms on this show and in our resources. Please know that we will always approach language with inclusion, dignity and respect, and we hope you will too. Thank for listening! One more quick note: The views and opinions expressed in our show are those of our guests and do not necessarily reflect those of Wonderful Works Ministry. Wonderful Works Ministry does not provide medical, legal, or therapeutic advice or services. Rather, we provide general information regarding disability ministry. The information provided in our content does not replace the advice of medical, legal, or educational professionals. Wonderful Works Ministry is not responsible for any information or services provided by third parties. It is recommended that you use independent judgement when considering any resource associated with serving those who have been impacted by disability. Thank you.

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  Episode #32

  Faith, Community, and Special Needs Parenting with Elrena Evans - Summer Flashback

  Jul 19, 202643 minS3

  "What if every kid who came to church felt welcome there?" This month, we are finishing up our summer flashback series, where we have been sharing some of our favorite WW Talks episodes from past seasons. Today's interview comes from season 1 and really sums up the heart of our mission. So, join us as we talk to author, Elrena Evans, and learn what you should ALWAYS do when you see a parent struggling with a child's behavior, why people who are not impacted by disability need to read Elena's books, and discover the power of holding hope when others can't. Elrena is the author of Special Grace: Prayers and Reflections for Families with Special Needs, and When I Go To Church, I Belong , a book all about making EVERY child who walks through the church door feel welcome and loved. To learn more about Elrena, please visit her website at ⁠https://elrenaevans.com/⁠ A quick note on disability terms: Before you listen I wanted to talk to you about something important about our podcast, and that is how we will be referring to disability during our discussions. We want you to know that at Wonderful Works Ministry, we know that words matter. We will strive to use preferred language regarding disability. But we also understand that preferred terms change over time and also can be subjective and vary from person to person, even among those with a shared diagnosis. With this in mind, we ask that you understand that we, here at Wonderful Works, and our guests may use a variety of terms on this show and in our resources. Please know that we will always approach language with inclusion, dignity and respect, and we hope you will too. Thank for listening! One more quick note: The views and opinions expressed in our show are those of our guests and do not necessarily reflect those of Wonderful Works Ministry. Wonderful Works Ministry does not provide medical, legal, or therapeutic advice or services. Rather, we provide general information regarding disability ministry. The information provided in our content does not replace the advice of medical, legal, or educational professionals. Wonderful Works Ministry is not responsible for any information or services provided by third parties. It is recommended that you use independent judgement when considering any resource associated with serving those who have been impacted by disability. Thank you.

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  Episode #31

  Grace, Judgment, and Hidden Disabilities with Amy J. Brown - Summer Flashback

  Jun 17, 202651 minS3

  "How would the world be different if we gave grace to everyone, even if we didn't know their back story?" Join us as we continue our summer flashback series and share some of our favorite WW Talks episodes from past seasons. Starting with one of our most honest conversations ever, my interview with parent mentor and co-author of the Other Side of Special: Navigating the Messy, Emotional, Joy-filled life of a Special Needs Mom, Amy. J. Brown. Today we are going to talk all about what it feels like to be a parent of children with attachment disorder, whose behaviors are visible even when their disability is hidden. Learn what's more important than solving problems, what parents of children with hidden disabilities really want from church, and why it's important to not miss the bid for connection - even when it's awkward. To learn more about Amy, please visit ⁠⁠amyjbrown.com⁠⁠ and listen to the ⁠⁠Take Heart Special Moms Podcast⁠⁠ . And, don’t forget to order your copy of ⁠⁠The Other Side of Special⁠⁠ : Navigating the Messy, Emotional, Joy-Filled Life of a Special Needs Mom today. To learn more about Wonderful Works Ministry, please visit ⁠⁠wonderfulworks.net⁠⁠ and subscribe to us on ⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠ . A quick note on disability terms: Before you listen I wanted to talk to you about something important about our podcast, and that is how we will be referring to disability during our discussions. We want you to know that at Wonderful Works Ministry, we know that words matter. We will strive to use preferred language regarding disability. But we also understand that preferred terms change over time and also can be subjective and vary from person to person, even among those with a shared diagnosis. With this in mind, we ask that you understand that we, here at Wonderful Works, and our guests may use a variety of terms on this show and in our resources. Please know that we will always approach language with inclusion, dignity and respect, and we hope you will too. Thank for listening! One more quick note: The views and opinions expressed in our show are those of our guests and do not necessarily reflect those of Wonderful Works Ministry. Wonderful Works Ministry does not provide medical, legal, or therapeutic advice or services. Rather, we provide general information regarding disability ministry. The information provided in our content does not replace the advice of medical, legal, or educational professionals. Wonderful Works Ministry is not responsible for any information or services provided by third parties. It is recommended that you use independent judgement when considering any resource associated with serving those who have been impacted by disability. Thank you.

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  Episode #30

  Engaging Kids in the Church Classroom with Karl Bastian - Summer Flashback

  May 29, 20261h 6mS3

  "It has been said that we get more of whatever it is that we focus on. Do you think that is true when it comes to working with kids? " Join us as we kick off our summer flashback series and share some of our favorite WW Talks episodes from Season 1. Starting with one of our most popular episodes ever, our interview with the kidologist, Karl Bastian. Today we are going to talk to the founder of Kidology.org, Karl Bastian, and hear why where we choose to put our focus makes all the difference when teaching kids the Gospel. Plus, we'll learn tips for classroom engagement that can make behaviors disappear, the importance of five-minute encounters, and how Karl's mother's encouragement changed everything. One more thing, don't stop listening before the end, because Karl's last two stories might just blow your mind and fill your heart. To learn more great stuff from Karl, please visit ⁠kidology.org⁠ . To learn more about Wonderful Works Ministry, please visit wonderfulworksministry.org and subscribe to us on ⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠ . A quick note on disability terms: Before you listen I wanted to talk to you about something important about our podcast, and that is how we will be referring to disability during our discussions. We want you to know that at Wonderful Works Ministry, we know that words matter. We will strive to use preferred language regarding disability. But we also understand that preferred terms change over time and also can be subjective and vary from person to person, even among those with a shared diagnosis. With this in mind, we ask that you understand that we, here at Wonderful Works, and our guests may use a variety of terms on this show and in our resources. Please know that we will always approach language with inclusion, dignity and respect, and we hope you will too. Thank for listening! One more quick note: The views and opinions expressed in our show are those of our guests and do not necessarily reflect those of Wonderful Works Ministry. Wonderful Works Ministry does not provide medical, legal, or therapeutic advice or services. Rather, we provide general information regarding disability ministry. The information provided in our content does not replace the advice of medical, legal, or educational professionals. Wonderful Works Ministry is not responsible for any information or services provided by third parties. It is recommended that you use independent judgement when considering any resource associated with serving those who have been impacted by disability. Thank you.

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  Episode #29

  Disability Ministry FAQs with Leah Whicker

  Apr 24, 202643 minS3

  “Do you think that creating inclusive children’s ministry requires creating a big program with a big budget?” That is one of the questions that we are going to dive into today when we speak with Wonderful Works own Special Education Consultant, Leah Whicker. Leah is going to share with us what questions she hears most often when she coaches ministry leaders all over the nation. Lots of great stuff today to help you start or strengthen disability accessibility at your church. So, join us as we learn about the three tiers of support, how to train your ministry volunteers, and learn how you can get a free coaching session with Leah yourself! Leah Whicker bio: Leah is the Special Education Consultant and Ministry Leader Coach for Wonderful Works Ministry. She has had a passion for working with children for as long as she can remember. After studying Early Childhood Education at The Ohio State University, she moved to Northern Virginia, where she started her career in education as a preschool teacher. Leah and her family moved back to Ohio in 2012, and in 2014, she began serving in her church’s Special Needs Ministry, 139 Kids. Here, Leah became the co-leader, specializing in creating positive support plans for children in the ministry. Leah attended Ashland University, where she earned an Intervention Specialist teacher’s licensure. She is passionate about equipping churches to have their own Disability Ministries. Leah is married, and she and her husband, Chris, have two children. To set up a coaching session with Leah please visit the coaching tab on the Adapted Discipleship Library. Recommended Resources from this Episode. Adapted Discipleship Library – Get tons of free disability ministry tools here. Recommended Training Videos for Church Teams. Download the Talking Points on the Adapted Discipleship Library): WW Positive Behavior Support WW Setting ALL Kids up for Success WW Universal Design WW Transitions WW Invisible Buddy WW Welcoming a Student with Autism. Wonderful Works 5 Questions for Ministry Planning Video Series. Download the Talking Points on the Adapted Discipleship Library: Question 1 - What Do You Most Want to Accomplish Question 2 -Who Do You Need Question 3 – Where Are the Guardrails Question 4 How Do You Decide Question 5 – When Do You Grow? A quick note on disability terms: Before you listen, I wanted to talk to you about something important about our podcast, and that is how we will be referring to disability during our discussions. We want you to know that at Wonderful Works Ministry, we know that words matter. We will strive to use preferred language regarding disability. But we also understand that preferred terms change over time and also can be subjective and vary from person to person, even among those with a shared diagnosis. With this in mind, we ask that you understand that we, here at Wonderful Works, and our guests may use a variety of terms on this show and in our resources. Please know that we will always approach language with inclusion, dignity and respect, and we hope you will too. Thank for listening! One more quick note: The views and opinions expressed in our show are those of our guests and do not necessarily reflect those of Wonderful Works Ministry. Wonderful Works Ministry does not provide medical, legal, or therapeutic advice or services. Rather, we provide general information regarding disability ministry. The information provided in our content does not replace the advice of medical, legal, or educational professionals. Wonderful Works Ministry is not responsible for any information or services provided by third parties. It is recommended that you use independent judgement when considering any resource associated with serving those who have been impacted by disability. Thank you.

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