Introduction to Disability & the Church

This course is designed to help churches better understand and respond to the experiences of people with disabilities. Using teaching, real-life stories, and practical tools, it introduces key issues surrounding disability and belonging in church.

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Course curriculum

1. Course Introduction
1. Biblical Approaches to Disability
1. Theological Approaches to Disability
1. Disability, Ableism, and the Church
1. In our Own Voices
1. Universal Design for Learning in Faith Formation
1. Accessibility Audit
1. From Inclusion to Belonging
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About this course

Free
9 lessons
3 hours of video content

Meet Your Instructor

Dr. Benjamin Conner

Professor of Practical Theology and Director of the Center for Disability and Ministry

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Dr. Conner's teaching and research interests include practical theology, youth ministry, discipleship and Christian practices, mission studies, evangelism, disability studies, and Christian history. BA Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University MDiv Union Theological Seminary and Presbyterian School of Christian Education PhD Princeton Theological Seminary. Learn more about Dr. Conner.
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