Disabilities in Global Child Welfare
Tuesday Oct. 14, 2025 at 16:00 PM Brussels
Exploring disability in global child welfare—highlighting Moldova’s need for occupational therapists, deinstitutionalization, theology on disability, and the call for a stronger Christian voice in policy.
Guest speaker: Kathryn Jones
Inclusion on Sunday School
Tuesday September 9, 2025 at 16:00 PM Brussels
We often talk about inclusion as welcoming children with disabilities into Sunday School. In this video, we explore a different perspective: what it means when a person with a disability is the one leading Sunday School.
Guest speaker: Roland Walter aka Roli Boli
The 7 Sins and 7 Skills for Volunteer Recruitment
Tuesday May 13, 2025 at 16:00 PM Brussels
Struggling to attract and keep great volunteers? Discover the 7 Sins and 7 Skills of Volunteer Recruitment in this engaging online session!
Guest speaker: Ricardo Diaz, JAF´s Director of International Volunteer Engagement
The Churches Versus Disability
Tuesday March 11, 2025 at 16:00 PM Brussels
How can churches move beyond barriers to become truly inclusive spaces for people with disabilities?
Guest speaker: Tony Rozzini
The Roofbreaking Project
Tuesday Jan. 14, 2025 at 16:00 PM Brussels
Roofbreaker project aims to break down the barriers faced by disabled people in Christian life.
Guest speaker: Tim Wood
Healing, Non-Healing and the Kingdom of God
Tuesday Nov. 12, 2024 at 17:30 PM Brussels
What Bible speaks of disability and healing?
Guest speaker: David McLachlan
Reaching the Deaf Community and Their Families
Tuesday Sept. 10, 2024
There are 70 million Deaf people in the world, and only 2% have encountered Jesus in a language and format they clearly understand — their own unique sign language. Their lives are rooted in a distinct culture, sense of identity and language, with more than 380 known sign languages in use.
Reaching the Blind, the Partially Sighted and Their Families
Tuesday May 14, 2024
Therefore go and make disciples of all nations. Matt 28:19
Disabled people are unreached people group. Go and make disciples among people with disabilities.
Working with People with Physical Disabilities
Tuesday March 12, 2024
- First comes a person
- Same need as anybody without a disability
- Speak with person not with assistant
- Ask before helping somebody
How to Support Autistic Children and Young People
Tuesday Jan. 9, 2024
What Autism is (and isnt`t!)
- How common is Autism?
- It´s neurodivergence, noy behavioural issue
- Identity first or person first
- Medical model vs. Social model
- Brain overloads, meltdowns, shutdowns
- Autism myths
Reaching with the Gospel
Tuesday Nov. 14, 2023
How to reach people with disabilities with Gospel
Supporting Families Affected by Disability
Tuesday Sept. 12, 2023
If people with disability are one of the largest unreached groups in the world, so are they families.
One of the best ways to reach out to individuals with disability is to care for the whole family.
Disability Awareness 2
Tuesday May 16, 2023
- What is disability awareness (DA)?
- Where is DA needed? (church, society)
- How? (Let’s share good practices from EDN partners)
- Visibility (being there, participating)
- Example (good treating, good vocabulary, …)
- Training tools
- Inclusion experiences
Fundraising
Tuesday March 14, 2023
The cost of the ministry:
Trust in the Lord, but count the costs
- Economical
- Material
- Personal
Disability Awareness
Tuesday Jan, 10 2023
awareness ə-ˈwer-nəs : the quality or state of being aware : knowledge and understanding that something is happening or exists
Welcome to the European Disability Network (EDN) Discussion Groups, a unique opportunity to connect, learn, and grow together in disability ministry. Our Zoom meetings are designed for Christians, ministries, and anyone interested in disability-related topics, providing a space to share insights, pray, and explore how to serve inclusively and compassionately.
What to Expect
- Regular Meetings: EDN Zoom meetings are held every other month (excluding summer).
- Focused Topics: Each session highlights a specific aspect of disability ministry, presented by a guest speaker or a member of the EDN Steering Group.
- Engaging Discussions: Gain fresh perspectives, ask questions, and participate in meaningful dialogue.
- Prayer and Fellowship: Join us in prayer as we seek guidance and strength to serve the disability community.
Who Can Join?
These meetings are open to anyone interested in disability ministry—whether you’re part of a church, an organization, or simply someone with a heart for inclusion and support.
Why Attend?
- Stay informed about key disability-related issues in ministry.
- Connect with like-minded individuals across Europe.
- Be inspired by stories, strategies, and solutions shared by experienced speakers.
- Build a prayerful community committed to advancing disability inclusion.
How to Join
Participating is easy! Simply keep an eye on our announcements for upcoming meeting dates and topics. Together, let’s grow in understanding, compassion, and action as we explore ways to make ministries more accessible and inclusive for all.
Join the EDN Zoom Discussion Groups and make a difference in the lives of people with disabilities.
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