Sensory-Friendly worship and advocacy for families on the Autism Spectrum
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Sensory Friendly Formation & Liturgy A church experience for those who don't feel comfortable in a traditional worship setting Rhythms of Grace services in the Diocese of MA take place on the first Sunday of each month at 2pm. Services take place at Epiphany Episcopal Church in Walpole, MA. Although the service is based on the Episcopal Church form of worship, people of all denominations are welcome and encouraged to attend. Rhythms of Grace is designed for young people on the Autism Spectrum, and is open to everyone, including siblings, friends, or anyone who'd like to experience an innovative and relaxed way to worship. Don't worry about behaviors - we are low-key, relaxed and non-judgmental! We use the Rhythms of Grace curriculum, written by Audrey Scanlan & Linda Snyder, available through Church Publishing Group.
| A Ministry of Social Justice When Jesus saw this, he was indignant.
He said to them, “Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of God belongs to such as these. Mark 10:14 A Ministry of Awareness - A Special Grace seeks to raise awareness in the church of the issues facing Autism Spectrum families,
including barriers to church attendance and participation. A Ministry of Advocacy – A Special Grace engages in campaigns of advocacy for full inclusion in the church of children, teens, youth and adults
on the Spectrum. A Ministry of Inclusion – A Special Grace seeks to develop programs, curriculum, aids and materials for use in churches to meet the needs of
Autism Spectrum families
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Rhythms of Grace - A Special Grace
Epiphany Episcopal Church 62 Front St. Walpole, MA 02081 Phone: 508-668-2353
Email: ASpecialGrace@gmail.com |
Looking to establish or promote Rhythms of Grace in your area ? Here are some things you can do:
In MA
send an email to The Rev. Rebecca Black: aspecialgrace@gmail.com or call 508-376-1952 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting 508-376-1952 end_of_the_skype_highlighting - A general query can be directed to one of the Bishops of the Episcopal Diocese of MA - website: www.Diomass.org
- Download an insert to use in your Sunday bulletin by clicking here.
- Download a brochure to hand out to others by clicking here.
Looking for handouts? Feel free to download MATERIALS used at Diocese of MA Congregational Resource Day on OCTOBER 1
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We'd Love to Hear From You! | Pictures from Recent Rhythms of Grace Services 
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You are invited to share thoughts, comments and opinions with The WebRev Autism Spectrum Online Community.
Go to The WebRev site by clicking here.
The WebRev writes:
A number of people asked about the Autism Awareness bracelet I wear. It is a silver bead bracelet, with an enamel puzzle ribbon charm, as well as two initial charms --one for each of my children. The bracelet was made by a young mother of an autistic boy. She supports her son through the sale of her jewelry. I tell her FREQUENTLY that she needs to up her prices--my bracelet only cost $12 !! For those who wanted to know-- her store is at www.autismlovehope.com
In any case, if you know of other people who could use a little publicity about their work and all they do to advocate for Autism Awareness, could you please email them to me? I try to honor "Autism Heroes" on my own website www.thewebrev.com.
Rhythms of Grace Epiphany Episcopal Church 62 Front St., Walpole, MA 02081 508-668-2353 ASpecialGrace@gmail.com
