Proms are Nice. Belonging is Better.

Proms are Nice. Belonging is Better.

From Disability and Faith by Christine Boyle

January 12, 2026 · 1h 1m · Season 1 · Episode 34

About this episode

Christine Boyle discusses the importance of year-round disability ministry over one-time events like the Tim Tebow Prom.

In this episode of Disability and Faith, host Christine Boyle talks about the upcoming global Tim Tebow Prom event, 'Night to Shine', for people with disabilities. Christine passionately articulates her mixed feelings about the event, emphasizing the need for intentional, year-round disability ministry rather than one-time celebrations. She calls for strategic follow-ups, relationship-building, and the inclusion of people with disabilities in all aspects of church life. Christine urges listeners to move beyond pity and superficial acts of kindness towards true discipleship and co-laboring with people with disabilities. The Five Stages of Changing Attitudes 00:00 Introduction and Podcasting Struggles 02:38 Rebranding and Ministry Goals 04:20 Tim Tebow Prom Night to Shine Overview 08:29 Critique of One-Time Events 12:18 The Need for Year-Round Disability Ministry 23:18 Theological Perspective on Disability Ministry 30:14 Call to Action for Volunteers 32:48 Building Friendships Beyond Social Media 33:36 Creative Ways to Connect with Disabled Friends 35:08 The Importance of Showing Up 40:02 Understanding the Five Stages of Disability Attitudes 41:42 From Pity to Co-Laborers: A Shift…

People in this episode

Host: Christine Boyle

Topics covered

  • disability ministry
  • inclusion
  • church life
  • community
  • relationship-building

Keywords

  • disability
  • faith
  • community
  • inclusion
  • church

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Tim Tebow Prom

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