Evans When I Go to Church, I Belong

Finding My Place in God's Family as a Child with Special Needs
1. Auflage 2023
ISBN: 978-1-5140-0668-9
Verlag: IVP Kids
Format: Unbekannt
Kopierschutz: 6 - ePub Watermark

E-Book, Englisch, 32 Seiten

Illumination Award Gold Medal Help Children Learn that Everyone Has a Place in God's Family Church is a place where everyone should feel welcome-but not every child experiences it the same way. When I Go to Church, I Belong is a beautifully illustrated story crafted for children with disabilities and for everyone who desires their churches to be places of welcome and belonging. Through the experiences of six children with special needs, author Elrena Evans invites readers to see through new perspectives and understand the beauty of diversity within God's family. This heartfelt book is a celebration of inclusion, reminding us that while we all have our differences, we also share so much in common. With tender illustrations by Rebecca Evans and a thoughtful note from the author, this storybook opens conversations about what it means to belong. Key Features - Discover a heartwarming story of six children finding belonging in God's family - Learn about the importance of inclusivity and understanding for children of all abilities - Enjoy vibrant and thoughtful illustrations by Rebecca Evans - Explore deeper discussions around inclusion and community with a note from the author This book inspires both children and adults to create a welcoming church environment where everyone feels they are an essential part of God's family. It reinforces the Christian values of love, understanding, and inclusion while helping children recognize that there's a place for everyone in the church. Help teach children about the beauty of diversity and the joy of shared experiences in their walk with God. Order When I Go to Church, I Belong today and share its message of belonging with the children in your life.

Elrena Evans (MFA, Penn State) is an author, an editor, a mother, a wife, a dancer, and a stand-up comedian. Her books When I Go to Church, I Belong and Special Grace: Prayers and Reflections for Families with Special Needs are both inspired by her experience as a mom of children with special needs. Elrena lives in Pennsylvania with her husband and their five children. She doesn't have a favorite ice cream flavor because she loves (almost) all of them.

Autoren/Hrsg.

Evans, Elrena

Weitere Mitwirkende

Evans, Rebecca