Chronic Illness and the Church
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“Oftentimes the service that is most needed is the ministry of presence without the expectation of a change in circumstances.”
Jennifer
How can the church best walk alongside someone living with a chronic illness?
Jennifer Ji-Hye Ko is a writer and poet who has remained tenacious amid her various physical and mental illnesses. She joined Crystal on season 2 of the podcast to talk about the healing process of lament, and is returning to share about her relationship with the church as she lives with chronic conditions.
The needs of someone living with a long-term illness are unique, and the day-today challenges can often feel isolating.
Be encouraged as Jennifer talks through her experience and offers a practical framework for how to step into someone’s suffering. Because within the body of Christ, the complex diversity of people living with disabilities reveals the complex beauty of God.
Clip My Wings
Download Jennifer’s poem which offers a glimpse into the struggle and faith of someone chronically fellowshipping with Christ in his suffering.
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