🎧 New Episode: Faith, Silence, And Inclusion. We’re diving into what true church accessibility looks like for the Deaf community ("beyond the ramps"), how to handle seasons when God feels silent, and finding Him in everyday life.
Listen now & join the conversation! 👇
https://thomsenyoung.com/2026/06/03/podcast-episode-faith-silence-and-inclusion/
True discipleship happens in the everyday moments—and it calls us to make room for everyone. As we wrap up this 7-day series, let’s look at how faith, daily life, and Deaf inclusion connect. 👇
https://thomsenyoung.com/2026/06/02/day-7-faith-accessibility-and-everyday-life-series-recap/
Is your church truly welcoming to the Deaf community? 🤟 ASL is more than a specialized ministry tool—it’s a beautiful language and a vital way to reflect Christ's love. Read the latest draft post on creating accessible, inclusive worship spaces:
https://thomsenyoung.com/2026/06/01/why-asl-belongs-in-every-church-a-heart-for-deaf-inclusion/
When God feels silent, it’s easy to feel forgotten. But His silence isn't His absence—it’s an invitation to step away from performing and simply learn to be with Him. If you are in a season of waiting, read today's encouraging devotional on the blog.
https://thomsenyoung.com/2026/05/31/when-god-feels-silent-trusting-him-in-the-waiting/
Want to welcome Deaf friends but don't know ASL? Start small. This article shares 5 everyday ASL phrases that can help build connection, show hospitality, and make others feel seen and valued. 🤟 Read more and take your first step toward inclusion.
https://thomsenyoung.com/2026/05/30/5-everyday-phrases-you-can-learn-in-asl-to-welcome-deaf-friends/
How does the Holy Spirit guide us in everyday life? And what does true welcome in the church look like? In my latest article, I explore God's guidance through Scripture and community, and why accessibility and belonging matter in every congregation. #Faith #Church
https://thomsenyoung.com/2026/05/29/podcast-episode-listening-and-welcoming-in-church/
What if the challenge you're facing is exactly where God wants to use you? Our men's group studied Philippians 1:12–26 and Paul's powerful example of finding joy and purpose in prison. I share my reflections on faith, courage, and trusting God's plan. #Philippians #Faith
Learning to Listen: How the Holy Spirit Guides Our Everyday Decisions
Many followers of Jesus feel a quiet pressure when they hear phrases like “God told me” or “I heard the Lord say.” We may wonder, Am I missing something? Is everyone else hearing God more clearly than I am? The Bible is clear that Christians are led by the Holy Spirit (Romans 8:14), but what that looks like on a Tuesday afternoon at work or a tired Friday night with family can feel confusing.
This Month Is Better Hearing and Speech Month
A multigenerational group shares joyful moments listening to music in a studio. Did you know this month is Better Hearing and Speech Month? It’s a time set aside each year to focus on something we all depend on every single day: communication. Whether we talk, sign, text, write, or use technology to communicate, we all want the same thing—to be understood and to understand others.
https://thomsenyoung.com/2026/05/21/this-month-is-better-hearing-and-speech-month/
Finding God in Everyday Life
Some of the most powerful memories in our faith stories are the “big” moments: the mission trip where everything clicked, the worship night where we felt God so close, the conference where we rededicated our lives. These mountaintop experiences are gifts from God. But if we're not careful, we can start to believe that this is where real faith lives—up high, far away from errands, laundry, emails, and traffic.
https://thomsenyoung.com/2026/05/20/finding-god-in-everyday-life/
