Where are the Children with Chronic Health Conditions and their Families?

Buildings & Spaces, Culture Frame, Disability, Families, Interviews, Participant Observation, Resources Frame, Ritual & Worship

Most congregations pride themselves on being open and welcoming to newcomers. They might station greeters at the doors. Some offer small gifts in the lobby for those who are visiting. Others might ask for contact information in order to follow up. However, many congregations in the United States are failing to welcome a rather large…