Practical Ministry Skills How to Talk About a Disability Jim Pierson Principles for what to say and what not to say. See "Ministry to People with Disabilities" Training Pack

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Topics:	Christian education, Community impact, Congregational care, Director of Christian education, Disabilities ministry, Fellowship, Outreach
Filters:	Disability ministry, Hospitality, Pastor, Spiritual director, Sunday school, Volunteer
Purpose:	Discipleship
References:	Proverbs 25:11
Date Added:	September 26, 2007
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Church leaders set an example for how to talk about disabilities in the church—either implicitly or explicitly. Here are some principles for how to set an example that is gentle and considerate.

1. Use the word "disability," rather than "handicap," to refer to your students with disabilities. "Handicap" is the correct word when talking about being hampered by architectural barriers or negative attitudes. For example, "Those steps are a handicap to him when he comes to our school."

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