The annual Mass drew hundreds of people with physical and intellectual disabilities and their caregivers, plus members of the Deaf community, April 24 at the Cathedral.
The church and the world are restored through the “very powerful, very transformative” love found in the hearts of those with physical or intellectual challenges, said Archbishop Nelson Pérez at an April 24 Mass.
Posted April 27, 2021
Archbishop Nelson Perez was the main celebrant for the annual Mass for Persons with Disabilities, including their caregivers, on Sunday, April 25 at the Cathedral Basilica of SS. Peter and Paul. The Mass, which was interpreted by volunteers in American Sign Language for deaf persons, was sponsored by the Office for Persons with Disabilities and the Deaf Apostolate, led by Sister Kathleen Schipani, I.H.M. (Photos by Sarah Webb)
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‘Ministry of belonging’ connects young adults with, without intellectual disabilities
Residents of the archdiocesan Communities of Don Guanella and Divine Providence which provide a range of supports to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) enjoy a break from an activity session, July 20, 2015. Creating encounters between young adults with and without IDD can provide genuine, transformative friendships, say experts. (Photo courtesy of Barbara Jenkins / Communities of Don Guanella and Divine Providence)
By Gina Christian • Posted April 14, 2021
Connecting young adults with and without intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) strengthens communities including parishes looking to reach a new generation of faithful.