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Skip The Dinner is CareImpact’s year-end Christmas campaign, a fundraising non-event. You keep your time, and you give from wherever you are.
Right now, every year-end gift or pledge is DOUBLED by a generous donor, so your giving goes twice as far to help strengthen CareImpact’s work with churches and community partners across Canada.
Give or pledge here: careimpact.ca/skip-the-dinner
Each donation will be matched before January 1, 2026.
Partner with work of CareImpact and Neighbourly!
https://careimpact.ca/donate
DescriptionHow can churches create inclusive spaces for neurodivergent individuals to feel accepted and connected? Join hosts Wendi Park and Johan Heinrichs as they dive into a candid conversation with Dr. Harold Park, a psychotherapist with a personal connection to neurodiversity. Together, they explore the challenges and crucial strategies for supporting those on the autism spectrum within church communities. Discover the power of acceptance, understanding, and tailored support to foster a welcoming environment where all can belong and thrive.
Time Stamps[04:20] Counseling helps navigate neurodiversity challenges effectively.
[07:39] Struggle and acceptance, growth through self-awareness.
[12:29] Harold's strong reaction to unexpected haircut incident.
[13:33] Mom sought help for meltdowns, sought parenting help.
[17:24] Struggling with social expectations in church youth group.
[22:54] Creating inclusive environment for diverse worship needs.
[24:50] Neurodiverse individuals want acknowledgment and open dialogue.
[30:05] Thriving as a counselor despite relational challenges.
[33:06] Analytical approach in counseling, balancing logic and emotion.
[39:25] Mentoring with pastor brought clarity and direction.
[41:43] Feedback and sponsorship requests for podcast.
Other LinksJoin The CareImpact Podcast Group on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1PgzJWfkq9/
Reach out to us! https://neighbourlypodcast.ca
Email: [email protected]
About the CarePortal: careimpact.ca/careportal
DONATE! Help connect and equip more churches across Canada to effectively journey well in community with the most vulnerable: careimpact.ca/donate
Mentioned in this episode:
Skip The Dinner-Double Your Impact
Skip The Dinner is CareImpact’s year-end Christmas campaign, a fundraising non-event. You keep your time, and you give from wherever you are.
By CareImpactSkip The Dinner is CareImpact’s year-end Christmas campaign, a fundraising non-event. You keep your time, and you give from wherever you are.
Right now, every year-end gift or pledge is DOUBLED by a generous donor, so your giving goes twice as far to help strengthen CareImpact’s work with churches and community partners across Canada.
Give or pledge here: careimpact.ca/skip-the-dinner
Each donation will be matched before January 1, 2026.
Partner with work of CareImpact and Neighbourly!
https://careimpact.ca/donate
DescriptionHow can churches create inclusive spaces for neurodivergent individuals to feel accepted and connected? Join hosts Wendi Park and Johan Heinrichs as they dive into a candid conversation with Dr. Harold Park, a psychotherapist with a personal connection to neurodiversity. Together, they explore the challenges and crucial strategies for supporting those on the autism spectrum within church communities. Discover the power of acceptance, understanding, and tailored support to foster a welcoming environment where all can belong and thrive.
Time Stamps[04:20] Counseling helps navigate neurodiversity challenges effectively.
[07:39] Struggle and acceptance, growth through self-awareness.
[12:29] Harold's strong reaction to unexpected haircut incident.
[13:33] Mom sought help for meltdowns, sought parenting help.
[17:24] Struggling with social expectations in church youth group.
[22:54] Creating inclusive environment for diverse worship needs.
[24:50] Neurodiverse individuals want acknowledgment and open dialogue.
[30:05] Thriving as a counselor despite relational challenges.
[33:06] Analytical approach in counseling, balancing logic and emotion.
[39:25] Mentoring with pastor brought clarity and direction.
[41:43] Feedback and sponsorship requests for podcast.
Other LinksJoin The CareImpact Podcast Group on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1PgzJWfkq9/
Reach out to us! https://neighbourlypodcast.ca
Email: [email protected]
About the CarePortal: careimpact.ca/careportal
DONATE! Help connect and equip more churches across Canada to effectively journey well in community with the most vulnerable: careimpact.ca/donate
Mentioned in this episode:
Skip The Dinner-Double Your Impact
Skip The Dinner is CareImpact’s year-end Christmas campaign, a fundraising non-event. You keep your time, and you give from wherever you are.