My Body Is Not a Prayer Request: Disability Justice in the Church

Amy Kenny's book "The Church and Disability" argues that the church needs to do more to meet access needs and embrace disabilities as part of God's kingdom. She reflects on her experiences inside the church to expose unintentional ableism and cast a new vision for Christian communities to engage disability justice. The book offers a unique blend of personal storytelling, biblical exegesis, and practical application, inviting readers to participate in disability justice and create a more inclusive community in church and parachurch spaces.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 208 pages
Publication date: 12 July 2022
Publisher: Baker Publishing Group

The Midwest Book Review 2023 Silver Book Award (Nonfiction - Religion/Philosophy) presents a compelling argument for all Christians to actively engage in addressing access needs and embracing disabilities as integral components of God's kingdom. This book is particularly resonant with inclusivity-minded Christians, as it offers valuable lessons and insights. Publishers Weekly praises it as a much-needed resource for the church, highlighting the need for the church to recognize and value the contributions of disabled individuals as full members of the body of Christ. Amy Kenny, the author, emphasizes that the church has often overlooked the fact that God is disabled, with surviving wounds from the resurrection. She argues that it is time for the church to embrace and learn from the embodied experiences of disabled people, recognizing their valuable perspectives and contributions beyond a narrow focus on miraculous cures. Kenny, herself a disabled Christian, writes from a personal perspective, shedding light on unintentional ableism within the church. Through her reflections, she presents a fresh vision for Christian communities to engage in disability justice, fostering inclusive spaces where people with disabilities can fully belong, flourish, and lead. The book combines personal storytelling, compelling writing, biblical exegesis, and practical applications to engage readers in this important topic. It encourages readers to participate in disability justice and create more inclusive communities both within the church and in parachurch spaces. Additional engaging content, such as reflection questions and top-ten lists, is included to facilitate deeper understanding and application of the principles discussed.

Weight: 281g
Dimension: 216 x 140 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781587435454