Reverend Katie Tupling helps us think about language and theology of disability in the Church. Drawing from her own experience living with cerebral palsy, Tupling unravels the complex relations between disability, faith and societal attitudes. We discuss the crucial role language and liturgy play in churches to creating inclusive spaces where disabled individuals not only feel a sense of belonging but have the opportunity to grow in their faith and minister to others.

To find out more:

See her articles in Roots Adult & All Age, issues 133 and 134 www.rootsforchurches.com

Disability Access Audit (d3hgrlq6yacptf.cloudfront.net)

The disability charity Through the Roof has created a webpage to show churches and ministries where to find funding for building work to improve disabled access. https://bit.ly/ObtainFunding