Category Archives: Clergy

Preacher’s Conference Stephanie Answer on her way

Posted on September 23, 2025 by Dean G. Blevins
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Preacher’s Conference Tara Thomas Smith Different Roads

Posted on September 23, 2025 by Dean G. Blevins
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Preacher’s Conference Lamar Hardwick We are “Here”

Posted on September 23, 2025 by Dean G. Blevins
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Day 2 Maker’s Space Presentations

Posted on September 20, 2025 by Dean G. Blevins
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Sr. Pastors Needed for Nurturing Care

Posted on August 23, 2025 by Dean G. Blevins

Dr. Amy Jacober answers the key question on how congregations can offer true hospitality to parents of autistic children who have been excluded by other churches. Dr. Jacober is one of several preachers at this year’s Preacher’s Conference designed to … Continue reading →

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A Season of Nurturing Care

Posted on August 17, 2025 by Dean G. Blevins

The Nurturing Care Kansas City Cohort finished their final online meeting prior to gathering for the next Maker’s Space September 19-20 at the Marillac Retreat and Spirituality Center in Leavenworth. The session, lead by national coordinator Dr. Dana Preusch, began … Continue reading →

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Making Space for the Saints Among Us: Ministry and Worship with Neurodiverse People

Posted on August 7, 2025 by Dean G. Blevins

This Nurturing Care article explores how churches can minister to and worship with neurodiverse individuals. Drawing on recent presentations, the writing challenges assumptions of normative worship, advocates for belonging before belief, and calls the Church to recognize neurodiverse members as … Continue reading →

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