Tag Archives: Children

Preachers Conference Celebrates Neurodiversity

Posted on April 5, 2025 by Dean G. Blevins

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Spiritual Families Support Autistic Kids Through Prayers of Gratitude

Posted on March 23, 2025 by Dean G. Blevins

Part of Nurturing Care’s ongoing work supporting congregations ministering to autistic children includes telling their stories. New Community Church recently provided in a story of how innovative micro communities, known as spiritual families, can make a difference alongside larger congregations. … Continue reading →

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Amy Jacober videos available on NTS Praxis

Posted on March 11, 2025 by Dean G. Blevins

Dr. Amy Jacober’s two presentations from the Nurturing Care Day of Learning are now available through NTS Praxis. The following shorter video addresses how everyone, including neurodiverse kids, have the capability for worship. Praxis includes several short videos for use … Continue reading →

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Bill Tammeus Article on Nurturing Care’s Day of Learning

Posted on March 8, 2025 by Dean G. Blevins

Bill Tammeus, former Faith columnist for The Kansas City Star, writes for several Community and Christian publications including public broadcasting’s Flatland News, the National Catholic Reporter, and the Presbyterian Outlook. His report summarizes several key points from Amy Jacober’s presentation … Continue reading →

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Amy Jacober and the 4 “As” of Autism Support, A Nurturing Care Day of Learning

Posted on February 27, 2025 by Dean G. Blevins

February 26th marked the second annual Nurturing Care Day of Learning at Nazarene Theological Seminary. Funded through the generosity of a Lilly Endowment, Inc. grant, the Kansas City based initiative supports congregations providing ministry to elementary age autistic children, particularly … Continue reading →