Tag Archives: Autism

Listening to the Journey of Disability

Posted on March 6, 2026 by Dean G. Blevins
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Opening Session Nashville Nurturing Care Maker’s Space

Posted on March 6, 2026 by Dean G. Blevins
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Resting on the Shoulders of Care One Child at a Time

Posted on March 4, 2026 by Dean G. Blevins

This past weekend Nurturing Care Director, Dr. Dean G. Blevins, was given an opportunity to address a room filled with dedicated leaders, pastors and local lay workers, committed to discipleship. Dr. Blevins also offered his workshop presentation, Worship on the … Continue reading →

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Sensory Room Laboratory Opens to First Children, Helping Churches Test Tools for Neurodivergent Ministry

Posted on February 19, 2026 by Dean G. Blevins

Nurturing Care’s Sensory Room Laboratory welcomed its first group of children this week for a hands-on visit where kids and adults tested tools designed to support a wide range of sensory needs. Pastors, church leaders, and curious kids moved through … Continue reading →

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Nurturing Care Autism Updates and New Event April 13

Posted on February 9, 2026 by Dean G. Blevins

A growing network of midwest congregations are redesigning children’s ministry and worship spaces to better welcome children with autism, ADHD and other sensory needs. A recent meeting, coupled with several written updates, revealed churches pairing practical tools like flexible seating … Continue reading →

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Nurturing Care 2025 Retrospective

Posted on January 1, 2026 by Dean G. Blevins

Each year Nurturing Care submits a report to the Lilly Endowment, Inc. documenting the initiative’s efforts, impact, and most importantly, what our leadership learns through the many prototypes and ministry efforts by our partners. As the initiative gained momentum this … Continue reading →

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Calling 100 Lead Pastors

Posted on December 20, 2025 by Dean G. Blevins

Want to make a difference in disability ministry? Join Pastor Jonathan Trees, in partnership with Key Ministries, for a Zoom information session as he invites 100 lead pastors to pick up the mantel and join him at the 2026 Disability … Continue reading →

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