8 episodes
Raising Autistic Disciples RAD Podcast
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- Health & Fitness
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5.0 • 26 Ratings
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Hey there! Are you a parent, caregiver, or friend of someone on the autistic spectrum? Do you also desire to steward, raise, and encourage them to love and follow Jesus? If so, you're in the right place!
We believe that the gospel is for everyone, including our neurodiverse children. We know that raising children on the spectrum comes with its unique challenges and that discipleship methods may need to look different. That's why we're here to equip and encourage you on your journey to raising autistic disciples who know, love, and follow Jesus.
We would love to connect with you and hear your story. If you have any questions or just want to say hi, please do not hesitate to email us at raisingautisticdisciples@gmail.com.
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New Normal
Join Collin as he has a conversation with Pastor Wayne about the New Normal after a child's autism diagnosis.
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Grief and Acceptance
Join host Larah and guest Katie White as they talk about the stage of Grief & Acceptance that is a part of the Autism Diagnosis for the Christ-following parent.
BIG News! We've launched RaisingAutisticDisciples.com! We are also launching an online support group for parents and caregivers who are raising autistic disciples. Sign up today! -
Diagnosis
Join Larah and guest Katie White as they talk about the second stage of the Five Stages of the Autism Diagnosis for the Christ-following parent.
BIG News! We've launched RaisingAutisticDisciples.com! We are also launching an online support group for parents and caregivers who are raising autistic disciples. Sign up today! -
Denial
This is the first conversation of five episodes discussing the five stages of discovering autism for the Christ-following parent. Larah talks with guest Lizzie Mears, a speech therapist and a friend that guided her during a hard season of denial. Though these stages and phases will look different for every family, it is our hope that the next series of episodes be ones to help identify, encourage and offer practical and gospel hope to take the next step forward on the autism journey.
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The Five Stages of Discovering Autism: For the Christ following Parent
Ever wondered how your journey raising an autistic child as a Christ-following parent can bring glory to God?
Join us as we explore "The Five Stages of Discovering Autism: For the Christ-following Parent." Have you experienced denial before or after receiving your child's autism diagnosis? Did you face grief and eventually come to acceptance? How did you navigate changing family dynamics to this new normal? What is your life like now as you learn more and advocate for your autistic child? These are the stages that we walked through as parents of an autistic child. In this episode, we'll dive deep into each stage, sharing relatable stories, insights, and point each other to the truth of the gospel.
Discover how God's purpose and glory are intricately woven into your unique path of raising autistic disciples. Whether you're seasoned or new to this journey, this series will equip you with the tools and perspective to raise autistic disciples for God's Kingdom. -
Suffering & God's Purpose for Autism.
Larah is joined by Pastor Connor Bales, who serves as the Prestonwood Baptist Church North Campus Pastor. Connor is the author of "Counted Worthy: A Father's Perspective on the Theology of Suffering." He is married to Mary and has five sweet kiddos. Pastor Connor has a heart for special needs ministry and is committed to serving and sharing the Gospel with families affected by disabilities.
Counted Worthy available on Amazon [https://www.amazon.com/Counted-Worthy-Perspective-Theology-Suffering/dp/1954618247/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=&_encoding=UTF8&tag=raisingauti0d-20&linkCode=ur2&linkId=1cce28f7a1036bb134f53fb86f7407b1&camp=1789&creative=9325] and Barnes & Noble [https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/counted-worthy-connor-bales/1140213371].
Connect with Connor:
connorbales.com/ [http://connorbales.com/]
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Customer Reviews
So grateful to have found this!
This cross section of Jesus-following and parenting an autistic child feels so small, so I’m very thankful I found other like-minded people to listen to! I wish podcasters Larah and Collin were my neighbors! I’ve loved all the episodes. I’m not sure why I listened to episode number two last, but it was my favorite. I’ve tried having conversations with people about whether there could have been autism before the Fall or if there will be autism when God makes all thing new. No one really tracks with me when I try to discuss that, but Larah and Collin address that topic so thoughtfully and humbly!
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I am new this world. I will be finding out the diagnosis of my little one in a few days. I have been a search for understanding, community, anything because I have no close where to even begin. Thank you soo much for creating a space! The episode diagnosis has helped me such. 🥹
Special needs ministry
I am a special-needs ministry, Director and I am loving your podcast. I have been working in special-needs ministry for over 14 years now. And I have always struggled in my heart wondering if the children that I’m working with are understanding the gospel and ways to teach it to them. I have made it my mission to create an environment in my church for children and families to feel accepted and loved at church because I was a child with special needs, and I never felt love and accepted when I went to church.