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Episode 145. Church and Disability Ministry with Joni & Friends

· 24 min · S1 E145

Episode Episode 145. Church and Disability Ministry with Joni & Friends

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Today I chat with Torben Jensen. He is the Ministry Relations Manager for Joni and Friends in Nashville, TN. His job focuses on helping churches of all shapes and sizes become better at including and serving families affected by disability.

Timeline of our conversation:

01:30 Torben's origin story

02:40 Joni & Friends and its beginnings. The Story of Joni Eareckson Tada.

05: 00 Programs and the Outreach Ministry

10:00 Physical vs Emotional or Relational Barriers for families experiencing disabilities and the Church

16:15 Summer Camps at Joni & Friends

22: 00 Words of encouragement and Conclusion

You can contact Torben at torben.jensen@joniandfriends.org

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