Was she the victim of foul play, an accident, or did she choose to disappear? In this episode of The Vanished, we retrace Diana’s last known movements, strange witness accounts, and the lingering mystery that has never been solved or.. was never meant to be solved.
Hosted by Christine Boyle, the Invited In podcast about disability and faith. Christine Boyle is the mother of two adult children with disabilities, Courteney and Kevin. Courteney went home to Jesus in 2022 at the age of 21. Kevin came into the Boyle family in 2013 after a long adoption process from El Salvador. Christine brings over two decades of stories, experiences, highs and lows that she loves to use to encourage others. She is a strong, tenacious advocate, as she recognizes that not much comes easy in the world of disability! All the while, her joy, enthusiasm and hope is absolutely evident and contagious! On the Invited In podcast, we explore how to find Christ in it all, from the day-to-day, to the really hard things, to all the victories, He is there! He invites us in, to see the beauty and joy of disability. Let’s seek Him and find Him, together.
Hosted by Christine Boyle, the Invited In podcast about disability and faith. Christine Boyle is the mother of two adult children with disabilities, Courteney and Kevin. Courteney went home to Jesus in 2022 at the age of 21. Kevin came into the Boyle family in 2013 after a long adoption process from El Salvador. Christine brings over two decades of stories, experiences, highs and lows that she loves to use to encourage others. She is a strong, tenacious advocate, as she recognizes that not much comes easy in the world of disability! All the while, her joy, enthusiasm and hope is absolutely evident and contagious! On the Invited In podcast, we explore how to find Christ in it all, from the day-to-day, to the really hard things, to all the victories, He is there! He invites us in, to see the beauty and joy of disability. Let’s seek Him and find Him, together.
In this episode, Christine is joined in Studio Court by her husband, Dan, and their best friends Nancy and Curtis Carnes. Nancy and Curtis have been long-time dear friends of the Boyle family and they are also the Godparents to Christine and Dan's kids, Courteney and Kevin. Recording just days prior to the 3 year anniversary of Courteney Boyle's passing, these four close friends reminisce about Courteney's extraordinary life, and they ask the big question of who is really whole and who needs wholeness? This episode reminds us how God promises to do His best and most powerful work in the lives of the weak, the broken, the humble and those who the world often overlooks. You are Invited In!…
In this episode, Christine is joined by her dear friend, co-worker, and fellow disability parent, Brad Mowry. Together they share raw and authentic perspectives on the topic of "Chronic Sorrow." Chronic sorrow is a pervasive loss that comes in waves over time regarding the loss that happens at stages throughout life and milestones missed for the disabled child and parent. Brad and Christine are both long-term caregivers to adult children with disabilities and have almost 50 years of combined experience on this journey and this topic. You are Invited In!…
Night to Shine proms are just around the corner! On February 7, 2025, hundreds of churches worldwide will host Night to Shine proms. These proms are good if they lead to fruitful ministry with and alongside people with disabilities and to make disciples of people with disabilities. Christine dives deep into how families affected by disability need so much more than just a prom, a one-night event. She shares the deep longing that people with disabilities and their families have to belong, to be known, to be invested in, to be in community, and to be needed in the local church. She gives practical solutions to churches on how they can accomplish this before and after Night to Shine. You are Invited In! Referenced In Episode: The 5 Stages: https://www.wheaton.edu/wheaton-center-for-faith-and-disability/disability-foundations/stages-of-attitudes/ Tim Tebow Foundation - Night to Shine: https://timtebowfoundation.org/night-to-shine/…
Dr. Erik Carter, the Luther Sweet Endowed Chair in Disabilities at Baylor University and Executive Director of the Baylor Center on Developmental Disabilities , joins Christine on this episode of Invited In. Dr. Carter is well known for his research on the intersection between disability and faith. He often teaches and speaks about the 10 dimensions of belonging and what that practically looks like in the life of someone with a disability and their family. He has co-authored seven books and written over 300 journal articles, chapters and other publications. Christine and Erik discuss many topics under the overarching theme of belonging. You are Invited In! www.erikcarter.com YouTube Video referenced: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sRZHwj6CarM&t=1802s…
Christine interviews Dan Vander Plaats the creator of "The 5 Stages: Changing Attitudes," a resource used all over the world to teach about disability and attitudes toward disability. This simple, but profound, one-page resource is one of the greatest tools to equip, educate, and encourage Christians on God's heart for the Church and for people with disabilities within the Body of Christ. This can be life-changing and attitude-changing for you! You are Invited In! 5 stages PDF English Youtube - The 5 Stages of Disability Attitudes…
December 4th is a day of celebration, remembering, and mourning. Christine reflects on and celebrates the completion of her first year of podcasting. Christine simultaneously celebrates and honors her daughter Courteney on her 24th birthday and that she is the reason and the "why" this podcast came to be. To God alone be the glory! You are Invited In!…
On this episode of Invited In, Christine and Dr. Steve Grcevich of Key Ministry, discuss the mental health crisis outside of and within the Church. Steve believes and shares that people with a mental health disability are the most underserved population by the church in North America. He encourages and provides resources from Key Ministry and his childhood psychiatrist experiences to help the Church see the need for mental health ministry. You Are Invited In! Resources from this episode: www.keyministry.org Disability and The Church Conference - Washington D.C. at McLean Bible Church, May 29-April 1 . *Most Discounted Tickets will be on sale around Christmas!!* Special Needs and Disabilities Ministry Leaders Forum (SNAD) on Facebook…
Christine interviews her 97-year-old grandpa about his life experiences working with and alongside adults with disabilities. He describes that time as the most rewarding experience of his life. Be encouraged by this precious, fun, and insightful interview! Christine would like to thank her Grandpa, Ralph Sivak, for being a guest on Invited In, for sharing his story, and for encouraging everyone to see people with disabilities as people who want love, to be given the opportunities to work hard and use their gifts, and have meaningful friendships and life experiences just like everyone else. YOU are Invited In!…
Christine records this episode from theme park Epcot at the Walt Disney World Resort. Disney is well known for being inclusive, accessible, and a place of belonging for people with disabilities. Christine shares how the church can better love and care for people with disabilities and their families by learning from Disney's example. You are Invited In! October 10, 2024 - Joni Eareckson Tada Disability Research Center Global Access Online Community Event Christine is the Keynote Speaker, speaking about Serving and Serving Alongside Adolescents with Disabilities Register for FREE! - https://joniandfriends.org/disability-research-center/global-access/…
Tristan Griffin, the Executive Director of Farming with Friends, joins Christine. Tristan is a self-labeled “recovering attorney,” who became a college football coach, went into full-time sports ministry, and now is a farmer. Tristan had his eyes and heart opened to the world of disability through his personal experience with his daughter. God used disability to chip away at much of what he used to think of as important, according to the world. Before long, Tristan was praying and dreaming of a farm where people with and without disabilities could experience the love of Jesus in all they do, working together side by side. YOU are Invited In! Farming with Friends www.farmingwithfriends.org 1438 Center Road, Hinckley, Ohio 44233 (817)944.0499 Tristan@farmingwithfriends.org Fun on The Farm Event - An Ability Inclusive Event!! FREE!!!!! Open to ALL!!!!! October 5, 2024 - 11am-4pm Located at address above! Games & Acitivities for everyone! Live Music, Food, and Drinks! Eggs, Produce and Tshirts available for purchase!!! Pie Eating Contest at 1pm!!!…
Episode 16 - An Obligation & An Opportunity - A Dad's Story John Fela of Joni & Friends disability ministry shares his story of being a single, special needs dad near suicide to finding community and his purpose. John’s passion is coming alongside the special needs dad, who can often be overlooked and under-resourced. He teaches and educates churches to see disability ministry as an obligation and an opportunity! YOU are Invited In! Connect with John Fela Facebook: Personal: John Fela ( Felageller) Blog: www. facebook.com/johnsspecialneedsblog/ Instagram: john_fela_1 LinkedIn: John Fela Twitter: John Fela (Felageller) Alignable: John Fela (Felageller) Website: www.johnfelageller.com Resources Referenced: Joni and Friends - www.joniandfriends.org Special Fathers Network - https://21stcenturydads.org Rising Above Ministries - https://www.risingaboveministries.org/community Fatherhood Commission - https://www.fatherhoodcomission.com/…
Christine records and shares from the abortion clinic where she met Christ 24 years ago. She tells her story of hopelessness and shame and how God met her right where she was at that day. The Lord not only saved her soul that day, but also saved the life of her precious daughter, Courteney. Recognizing the unprecedented times we are living in, Christine also shares an encouraging message for those who affirm the value and the sanctity of life. You are Invited In! To learn more about Young Life's ministry to teen moms, YoungLives: https://younglives.younglife.org/…
Episode 14 - Debunking the Lies, Special Marriages Can Thrive! Christine is joined by authors, speakers and disability parents, Todd & Kristin Evans. Todd and Kristin recently published a book called: How to Build a Thriving Marriage as You Care for Children with Disabilities. Building a vibrant and joyful marriage is always a challenge. When you add the stresses inherent in parenting children with disabilities, it becomes both more difficult and more critical. Once on the brink of divorce, Kristin and Todd Evans uncovered the unique set of skills critical for growing a fulfilling relationship amid the extraordinary challenges of caring for their child with disabilities and medical complexities. They share honest and transparent stories as well as practical and tangible ways to improve your marriage while caregiving. Statistics will tell you that special needs marriages are doomed, but Todd and Kristin share the hope (and data!) that supports that special needs marriages can actually THRIVE!!! That's great news! Find their book: Amazon Find endless disability, marriage and caregiving resources at: www.DisabilityParenting.com Instagram: @disabilityparenting Facebook: www.facebook.com/kristin.evans.5895 X: @AuthorKristinEv…
The best news we may ever hear is that Jesus enters into our messy stories. He meets us right where we are at. In the book of John, we see this when a woman with a bad reputation encounters Jesus at a well. He had come there just for her. The same is true for each one of us too. Meet Him at the well and find Living Water. YOU are Invited In! Bible Reference: John 4: 1-42 NIV www.christineboyle.com…
Her friend, Scott Habeeb, joins Christine and together they talk about the journey of bringing friends and families affected by disability out of the margins and into true community. As executive director of Masterpiece Alliance, Scott also shares how they are reaching, equipping, and educating churches to become places of belonging for friends with disabilities and their families. YOU are Invited In! Masterpiece Alliance: www.masterpiecealliance.org Young Life Capernaum https://capernaum.younglife.org The 5 Stages of Changing Attitudes…
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