Vanesia Bowden

CCC, PGDET, RPh, BPharm

The Unexpected Gift of Being a Special Needs Mom: A Mother’s Day Reflection

Motherhood is a journey filled with surprises, challenges, and immeasurable love. Some even called it a chaotically beautiful experience. For those of us raising children with special needs, this journey takes on an added depth, revealing unexpected gifts that transform us in profound ways. The hard days are usually talked about, but today I decided

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Jesus and the Marginalized

“But when you give a banquet, invite the poor, the crippled, the lame, the blind, and you will be blessed.” Luke 14:13-14 Throughout Scripture, Jesus prioritized those society overlooked, such as the sick, the disabled, the outcast. In Luke 14:13-14, He tells us that true hospitality means welcoming those whom others exclude. Yet today, many

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Creating Space for Neurodivergent, Disabled and Special Need Individuals in Our Communities

“When you give a banquet, invite the poor, the crippled, the lame, the blind, and you will be blessed.” Luke 14:13-14 Jesus was radical in His inclusion. He didn’t wait for people to fit a certain mold before welcoming them—He invited them as they were. The command in Luke 14:13-14 isn’t just about physical needs;

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