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It is estimated that there are 43 million Americans with one or more physical or mental disabilities. Over the past several decades, the disability movement has grown in strength and sophistication, attaining maturity with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. This landmark civil rights legislation ushered in a new era for people with disabilities.This book aims to acquaint church and synagogue leaders with the history and philosophy of the disability movement and to provide resources from scripture and theology for thinking and preaching about disability in a new way.Block, Jennie W. is the author of 'Copious Hosting A Theology of Access for People With Disabilities' with ISBN 9780826413499 and ISBN 0826413498.
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