Sarah and Sarah discuss what self-care for special needs parents, specifically moms, looks like and how those who love them can support them. (Hint: it's not about naps and bubble baths!) Stick around at the end for a fun conversation about com

Easter Episode: Redeeming Love by Anne Steele

Apr 11th, 2020 11m 54s

Sarah talks through the hope of Easter with a reading of Anne Steele's poem, Redeeming Love. Easter might look different this year, but we can still celebrate the Resurrection of Christ, all things new, and the hope of glory. Read more about An

Hope Anew: Creating Community with Jonathan and Sarah McGuire

Sep 30th, 2019 45m 41s

“We have to build a new vision for what life will be going forward - grieving what isn’t anymore, and building A NEW vision…” Sarah Broady talks with Jonathan and Sarah McGuire about their ministry organization, Hope Anew, and the new online co

The Inclusive Classroom in Children's Ministry with Jared Kennedy

Sep 16th, 2019 1h 4m

Sarah talks with autism dad and children’s pastor, Jared Kennedy, about creating inclusive classroom environments for children’s ministry. They discuss tools and strategies leaders and teachers can use with individuals with unique needs in thei

Transitioning a Child to Residential: Battling Fear, Grief, Guilt, and Striving for Hope with Debbie Abbs

Aug 23rd, 2019 48m 15s

As a special needs parent, have you felt fear about your child’s future? Do you struggle with doubts about decisions you’ve made, grief over the fact that you even had to make those very decisions? Do you feel guilty for either how you’ve handl

The 5 Love Languages for Special Needs Families is Finally Here

Aug 1st, 2019 46m 34s

Jolene Philo and Dr. Gary Chapman have co-authored a book on the 5 love languages just for special needs families and it is finally here! Sharing Love Abundantly in Special Needs Families: The 5 Love Languages® for Parents Raising Children with

Meant for Community: An Interview with Lorna Bradley

Jul 15th, 2019 53m 33s

Lorna Bradley's research focuses on how churches can provide a holistic welcome to families raising children with special needs by meeting the emotional and spiritual needs within the entire family. She is the author of Special Needs Parenting:

When You Can't Talk About Hard Thing

Jul 1st, 2019 19m 29s

As a special needs parent, sometimes there are just some things we can't share. What if people don't understand? Some things are too private and would be embarrassing to our child if we talked about it. But it's still something we as a parent a

Becky Davidson on Rising Above Ministries and the Legacy of a Special Needs Dad

Jun 16th, 2019 46m 58s

This special Father's Day episode is dedicated to the memory of Jeff Davidson. Becky talks through their story and the genesis of Rising Above Ministries, as well as the beautiful but heart-breaking story of how Jeff's last legacy, Common Man,

When Your Child is Hurting: An Interview with Evana Sandusky

Jun 1st, 2019 41m 9s

Where is God when your child is hurting? How do we pray for them? How do we cope in the face of crisis and chronic illness? Evana Sandusky talks about her children's medical complexities, stories of their life, how her faith was challenged, and

Building Community with Cara Milne

May 15th, 2019 39m 34s

What does it feel like to truly belong? Cara Milne talks with Sarah Broady about her book, "Building Community: Practical Ways to Build Inclusive Communities for People Who are Vulnerable". We discuss Cara's story of entering the disability fie

Building Community with Cara Milne: Practical Ways to Build Inclusive Communities for People Who are Vulnerable

May 15th, 2019 39m 34s

Jason Hague: Aching Joy

May 1st, 2019 53m 2s

Jason and Sarah discuss Jason’s book, Aching Joy, and we dive deep into being transparent, choosing joy, embracing pain, and especially finding hope.

Bronwyn Murphy: On Building Positive Relationships with Ministry Leaders

Apr 15th, 2019 39m 58s

Bronwyn Murphy is both the mother of a child with special needs as well as a ministry leader in her church, and founder of a special needs support group for moms in California. We talk about strategies both parents and ministry leaders can use

Redefine Special: An Interview with Melanie Gomez

Apr 1st, 2019 39m 26s

Sarah and Melanie discuss special needs motherhood and Melanie's devotional, Bundle of Joy. Married for 25 years, Melanie is the mom of two young men, one of whom was born with a rare genetic disorder. Their family resides in sunny South Flori

Ability Ministry with Ryan Wolfe

Mar 15th, 2019 39m 19s

Regardless of the size of the church, community outreach to the disability community is not only possible, but commanded by Jesus himself. We are here to help. Most churches aren’t opposed to the idea of getting involved in Disability Ministry,

Embracing Life with Jenn Soehnlin

Mar 1st, 2019 32m 20s

Jenn shares her story dealing with grief after an autism diagnosis, how God met her on the beach, and how she has moved forward in hope. Jenn Soehnlin is a middle school English teacher, writer, and mother to two sons, whom she describes as “pr

John Felageller on Fatherhood, Relationships, and Autism

Feb 15th, 2019 43m 33s

John Felageller discusses his journey as a dad with his son's autism, how it affected their marriage, his relationship with his son, their friends, and how deeply it impacted him as a dad. So many people can hear their own story in his, and des

All About Hope and Autism with Samuel Broady

Feb 1st, 2019 25m 37s

A Special Hope kicks off with a very special guest: Samuel Broady. I had the pleasure of interviewing my own son for Episode 1 of this podcast. Sam talks about what it's like having autism, what he hopes for his future, his faith, trying not to