Written by Barbara J. Newman

This unique resource will help your church to embrace people with autism into the full life of your congregation.

Autism has evolved from an unfamiliar term to an everyday reality for millions of people. Bookstore shelves are filled with resources that address how Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) affect children and adults at school, work, and home.

But what about the church? What about your church? How can it become a welcoming place for individuals and families affected by ASD?

This resource offers practical ways to welcome and include individuals with ASD into the full life of your congregation. It will enable your church to appreciate those with ASD as persons created in God’s image learn about five specific disorders included in ASD discover ten strategies for including people with ASD develop an action plan for ongoing ministry.

Publisher: Faith Alive Christian Resource & Friendship Ministries (May 9, 2006)

Also by Newman:

Helping Kids Include Kids with Disabilities

More at Friendship Ministries Website: http://www.friendship.org