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Posted on November 20, 2013
Happy Trails to You
How good and pleasant it is when God’s people live together in unity![1] The invitation to attend came quite unexpectedly. “Oh, you don’t want to miss this!” they exclaimed. Unable to resist, I arranged to make my way to First Baptist Church of Tucker for their annual “Special Needs…
Posted on November 12, 2013
Soon and Very Soon
Another respite ministry profile from Blackshear Baptist Church… After 3-hour night of respite ministry, I realize I hadn’t really known what to expect. That night, I had seen amazing relationships being forged between typical people and those we cherish as PURE. I had personally witnessed a schedule and format…
Posted on November 4, 2013
Will There Be Buddies?
The first in a series of PURE Ministry Profiles featuring members of our PURE Ministry Network across the country. Today’s profile highlights the ministry at Blackshear Place Baptist Church. There was a buzz in the air as volunteers received their assignments for the evening. As a visitor, I was…
Posted on November 1, 2013
What’s In A Name? Visioning a Name for Your Special Needs Ministry
by Jason & Vangie Rodenbeck One of the most frequent questions I (Vangie) am asked as I consult in the field of special needs ministry nationwide is, “What should we call it?” This is a product of our culture’s need to market goods and services, thus “branding” them so that…