Reaching out and Bringing In
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Reaching Out and Bringing In is designed to help pastors and church leaders develop a biblical perspective on disability and the churchs role in ministering to individuals and families affected by disability a must-read for those who minister to and with persons with disabilities, and even as a Bible study for all Christians.
Dana Croxton, founder of Enable Ministries
Dr. Andersons book challenges the church community to reach out to people and families affected by disability, and to consider ways the church can minister to and with people with disabilities. The book includes insightful and relevant questions at the end of each chapter, making it perfect for reading and discussion by church staff, church boards, and in small group or Sunday school settings.
Brian Funk, area director, Joni and Friends Eastern Pennsylvania, Lancaster
Dr. Anderson sounds a wakeup call to the church. The books call for personal heart change is coupled with a challenge to the church to greater action and intentional outreach.
Vonn Dornbush, DMin, pastor of missions and outreach, Calvary Church, Roseville, Minnesota
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David W. Anderson holds a BA in Bible from Gordon College, an MEd in special education from Temple University, an EdD in special education/early childhood education from the University of North Dakota, and a certificate in theological studies from Bethel Seminary. For more than forty years, he has been involved in special education/disability studies. Since 1997, he has taught on disability issues internationally, particularly focusing on disability ministry. He currently lives in Woodinville, Washington, with his wife of forty-eight years. They have three grown daughters and eight grandchildren. He is also the author of Toward a Theology of Special Education, published by WestBow Press.
