Bible Verses for Lent
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Thoughts on a Neuro-Inclusive Lent
A Search for Sanctuary As I move through another week of my Gateway Award, my mind is turning toward the upcoming season of Lent that starts 18 February. Traditionally, it's a time of "giving things up," but I’m considering a different approach this year. Instead of the usual fasts, I am thinking about giving up the exhausting attempt to force my faith into a neurotypical frame of reference. For too long, I have tried to worship in ways that didn't fit my nervous system—navigating "sensory gauntlets" and the quiet judgment of the traditional pew. I want to explore what it means to trade that "mask" for a more authentic way of being. Expanding the Search As an extension of my search for an ASN-friendly ministry, I’ve recently connected with Autism Consecrated . They’ve introduced me to the life of St. Thorlak of Iceland and resources designed specifically for the autistic soul. I’m currently looking into the Scriptural Stati...