Autism Speaks, Community, Resources, Blogs

Books
Autism and the God Connection:Redefining the Autistic Experience Through Extraordinary Accounts of Spiritual Giftedness
by William Stillman

Autism and Your Church: Nurturing the Spiritual Growth of People with Autism Spectrum Disorders
by Barbara J. Newman

Autism's Hidden Blessings: Discovering God's Promises for Autistic Children and Their Families
by Kelly Langston

The Soul of Autism: Looking Beyond Labels to Unveil Spiritual Secrets of the Heart Savants
by William Stillman

Special Children, Special Needs: Integrating Children with Disabilities and Special Needs Into Your Church
by Simon Bass

The Special Needs Ministry Handbook: A Church's Guide to Reaching Children with Disabilities and Their Families
by Amy Rapada

Online Blogs/Groups
Autism Support Network: Faith and Religion
How do our religious beliefs and faith factor into how we live and cope with ASD? Come join in online discussions about the relationship between autism and faith.

Wordpress: Blogs About Autism and Religion
Various blogs by individuals discussing the connection between autism and faith.

Pamphlets/Essays
Autism and Religion
by Rabbi Heiligman

Chicago Jewish News: Living With Autism
Three Jewish families share their stories.

Disability and the Muslim Perspective: An Introduction for Rehabilitation and Healthcare Providers
by Rooshey Hasnain, Laura Cohon Shaikh, and Hasan Shana wani

How Churches Can Support Families Living with Autism Spectrum/Pervasive Development Disorders or Other Disabilities
by Karla Akins

Inclusive Congregation Toolkit
These easy tips on making your house of worship more inclusive in the areas of affirmation, communication, and accessibility contain an access survey, training for ushers, bulletin insert "How You Can Make A Difference", and more.

Islam: A Guide for Service Providers Working with People with a Disability
Aims to enhance the delivery and quality of services provided to Muslims with disabilities.

Jewish Community Guide to Inclusion of People with Disabilities
An essential resource for Jewish organizations seeking to provide a supportive and inclusive environment for people with disabilities.

Tips for Working with Children and Youth with Special Needs
Promoting the full participation of people with intellectual/developmental disabilities in the life of the Catholic Church.
by Brigid O'Donnell

Websites
Finding God in Autism
A website put together to help parents that have children who have special needs. To give you strength, inspiration, encouragement and to teach you how to pray effectively.

Jonathan's Child
We are a special needs ministry dedicated to the spiritual health of children and adults with autism and to all who love a special needs child. Our primary focus is coping with autism from a Christian worldview, but anyone with a special needs child or a special needs ministry is welcome.

National Apostolate for Inclusion Ministry (NAfIM)
NAfIM's vision is that every person with Intellectual/Development Disabilities will be welcome to full inclusion in our Catholic communities.

Pathways Awareness Foundation
Creating Access and Inclusion in Worship: Open Hearts, Open Minds, Open Doors

UK's National Autistic Society - Religion: Going to a Place of Worship
Strategies to use when taking children with Autism Spectrum Disorder to a place of worship.

Saint Mary's Curriculum for Students with Autism and Other Developmental Disabilities
We provide a picture-based curriculum that has been successfully used to prepare both lower and higher functioning students to make their first Reconciliation and to receive First Holy Communion.

Worshiping with Special Needs Children (Any Faith)
Surviving a service takes planning. This website can help you plan.