Ep. 409: The Special Needs Parent with Dr. Joe and Cindi Ferrini
About this episode
Jay Holland discusses the challenges and insights of parenting a child with special needs with Dr. Joe and Cindi Ferrini.
Parenting a child with special needs is a journey that few families expect, yet many Christian parents walk every day. In this encouraging conversation, Jay sits down with Dr. Joe and Cindi Ferrini to discuss their book, The Special Needs Parent: A Guide to the Life You Never Expected. Drawing from more than four decades of caring for their son Joey, who lives with cerebral palsy, epilepsy, and developmental disabilities, they share practical wisdom, biblical encouragement, and honest insight into the realities of raising a child with lifelong special needs. Together they explore the challenges of isolation, stress, advocating for your child, building a strong support team, and trusting God's faithfulness through every season of parenting. Whether your family is navigating autism, physical disabilities, chronic illness, developmental delays, or another special needs diagnosis, this episode offers hope rooted in Christ. Dr. Joe and Cindi also challenge churches to become places of genuine welcome and inclusion for families affected by disability while offering practical ways friends and church members can provide meaningful support. This conversation reminds Christian moms and…
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