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Biblical Models of Neurodiversity

John will introduce several different Biblical models that we can use to understand neurodiversity and inclusion, such as the Tower of Babel, the Body of Christ and Earthen Vessels.Together we will work through them to help us understand neurodiversity better and then explore some practical strategies for inclusion.

Expect a mixture of taught content and discussion. No previous knowledge necessary.

John Allister is the vicar of St Jude’s Church, Mapperley, and the author of Faith, Hope and Autism: Learning to Love Neurodiversity (Canterbury Press, 2026). He is the founder of Neurodiverse Church and is “very obviously autistic”. Before ordination he was a physics teacher, and he now lives in Nottingham (UK) with his wife, two children, and an over-friendly golden retriever.

https://www.neurodiversechurch.org/

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Dates & Times

15 Oct 2026

1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

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2800

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This is an online course delivered via Zoom.

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