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Blessed are the Neurodivergent

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Sophie Killingley offers a compassionate, theologically grounded call for the church to see, honour and practically include neurodivergent people as vital members of the body of Christ.
  • 17 September 2026
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"Blessed are the Neurodivergent" is a compassionate, honest and often humorous exploration of what it means to be autistic, ADHD, or otherwise neurodivergent in a church culture largely built by and for neurotypical people.

Drawing on her experience as a mum of two autistic teens, a pastor's wife, and a late-diagnosed neurodivergent woman herself, the author weaves together theology, story and practical wisdom. You'll meet composite case studies like Sam and Dan, whose "behaviour" is so often misread, and hear directly from neurodivergent adults and parents who responded to the author's survey.

This book gently dismantles myths ("you're just not trying hard enough"), explains key concepts in clear, accessible language, and asks hard questions about how sermons, small groups, youth work and unwritten church rules can harm those who experience the world differently. But it doesn't stop at critique: it offers concrete ideas for "reasonable adjustments" and a richer, more biblical vision of the body of Christ, where ND people are not projects but indispensable saints.

Whether you're neurodivergent, love someone who is, or lead in a church, this book will help you understand, repent where needed, and reimagine belonging - for everyone.

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Price: $16.99
Pages: 192
Publisher: IVP
Imprint: IVP
Publication Date: 17 September 2026
ISBN: 9781789746082
Format: eBook
BISACs: FAMILY & RELATIONSHIPS / Autism Spectrum Disorders, Autism Spectrum Disorder, RELIGION / Christian Ministry / Pastoral Resources, RELIGION / Christian Living / Spiritual Growth, Coping with / advice about autism spectrum disorder, Religious social & pastoral thought & activity
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Introduction
Chapter 1 - Autism and the Neurodivergent Umbrella
Chapter 2 - Let's get technical
Chapter 3 - Further up and further in
Chapter 4 - The Bible and Autism
Chapter 5 - Hearing from our Neurodiverse Brothers and Sisters in Christ
Chapter 6 - The Culture in General
Chapter 7 - How can the body of Christ walk alongside our neurodiverse siblings

Appendices