Society's accumulated myths and fears about disability and disease are as handicapping as are the physical limitations that flow from actual impairment. 

         William J. Brennan, Jr.

 

I thank God for my handicaps, for through them I have found myself, my work, and my God.

         Helen Keller

 

We must not, in trying to think about how we can make a big difference, ignore the small daily differences we can make.  

         Marian Wright Edelman

 

Many congregations haven’t thought much about worship and disability. That’s because, according to national studies, more than 80 percent of people with disabilities don’t attend church. They worry they won’t be accepted. And they face physical or social barriers to fully participating in church worship, study, service, and leadership. 

         Calvin Institute of Christian Worship