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Erin Raffety – From Inclusion to Justice

Oct 11, 2023
In this podcast, Amy Hughes interviews Erin Rafferty, a researcher in ethnographic and practical theology. They discuss topics like moving from inclusion to justice, challenging cultural norms, and the coercive nature of a gospel-related space. They also touch on personal interests like comfort shows, books, and critiquing Christian leadership in relation to disability studies.
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  • Focusing solely on inclusion in disability ministry fails to address power dynamics and transform the church's structures, highlighting the need to move towards justice.
  • Healing stories should not define the entire vision for justice and ministry with disabled people, emphasizing the importance of a faithful and loving approach that respects agency and calls for justice.

Deep dives

Moving Towards Justice: Challenging the Limitations of Inclusion

The podcast explores the limitations and problems with the concept of inclusion in ministry with disabled people. The episode highlights that focusing solely on inclusion as the goal of disability ministry fails to address the power dynamics and does not transform the church's structures. It emphasizes the need to move beyond inclusion towards justice, where disabled people are not only included but also given agency, power, and leadership roles within the church.

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