We have recently updated and expanded our ‘Roofbreaker Guides’ and published them under the new title ‘Be a Roofbreaker!’ This publication contains information to help churches and communities to become welcoming and secure places for all, under the following section headings:
- Introduction to the theology of disability
- Biblical references
- Taking a person-centred approach and advocacy
- Guidelines for stewards and welcomers
- Inclusive language in inclusive ministry
- Words and phrases to be avoided
- Disabled children
Including people who are:
- Wheelchair users or have limited mobility
- Blind or partially sighted
- Deaf or hard of hearing
- Unable to attend church meetings
Including people who have:
- Learning disabilities
- Mental health issues
- Issues with self-harming or eating disorders
- Speech difficulty
- Dyslexia
- Autism spectrum disorders
- Epilepsy
- Diabetes
- Food intolerances or allergies
- Facial difference or other disfigurement
Sorry, the ‘Roofbreaker Guides’ are no longer available for download.
The replacement publication ‘Be a Roofbreaker!’ can be purchased from our online shop.