When the church attempts to function without all of its parts, the body of Christ becomes disabled. Same Lake, Different Boat is a transformational work--designed to renew our minds to think biblically about disability in order that our lives, our relationships, and our congregations might wholly reflect Christ.
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"While ostensibly issuing a call to come alongside individuals and families touched by disability, Stephanie has actually penned a call for the church to reform and to become an inclusive community for all people." Joseph 'Skip' Ryan and Barbara Ryan, Senior Pastor and Wife, Park Cities Presbyterian Church, Dallas
"Stephanie Hubach's superb book tells us how to transform the church into
a place of hospitality and welcome for children and adults with disabilities and their families. Her heartwarming stories about Timmy and her scholarly discussion of a biblical view of disability make this book both pleasurable and instructive." --Ginny Thornburgh, Director, Religion and Disability Program, National Organization on Disability
"Masterfully and winsomely develops a scriptural framework to help God's people think biblically and live covenantally in all of life, including our response to disabilities." --Susan Hunt, Author and Consultant, Christian Education and Publications, Presbyterian Church in America
"Stephanie's book is well rooted theologically and, to my delight, grows out of a well-formed biblical worldview." --Charles W. Colson, Founder and Chairman, Prison Fellowship
"Stephanie Hubach's superb book tells us how to transform the church into
a place of hospitality and welcome for children and adults with disabilities and their families. Her heartwarming stories about Timmy and her scholarly discussion of a biblical view of disability make this book both pleasurable and instructive." --Ginny Thornburgh, Director, Religion and Disability Program, National Organization on Disability
"Masterfully and winsomely develops a scriptural framework to help God's people think biblically and live covenantally in all of life, including our response to disabilities." --Susan Hunt, Author and Consultant, Christian Education and Publications, Presbyterian Church in America
"Stephanie's book is well rooted theologically and, to my delight, grows out of a well-formed biblical worldview." --Charles W. Colson, Founder and Chairman, Prison Fellowship
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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
Steph Hubach writes a book that has a focus of how we accept and embrace folks and families with disabilities... BUT that is just the tip of the iceberg! With her great sense of humor, vulnerable insights and stories, and clear theology and logic, Steph takes a subject and writes a book that will take the reader's heart to new places! This book is NOT just for dealing with disability in the Church... BUT for how all of us deal with some sort of "disability", be it being the "new family" in the church, dressing different then the majority of folks in the church, being young or old, coming from a different background, being single, being married, with children/without children, etc etc etc... how the Church needs to practice I Corinthians 12 and really be the Body of Christ that the world may see Him. That means that we all come to a place of a "new normal"... hard work, but "it is not optional", as Steph writes. As the reader, at first I thought this would help me in becoming aware of the physical/emotional/psychological needs of people who may come to worship and minister with our church. But, the Lord used it to open my own heart and show how each of us are "disabled" in one way or another because of our sinful natures and how each of us brings issues we are dealing with. Steph really challenges the Church and each individual to take all she writes and go beyond as we glorify God in all that we do. Really great reading.
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
By S. Beck
Format:Paperback
Same Lake, Different Boat, written in a positive and encouraging tone, pushes us to be more aware of the opportunities to extend love and grace to those around us who are faced with the special challenges of living with disability. Because disability can take so many different forms, both visible and invisible, this book should encourage each of us to extend to others the grace we ourselves have received. Speaking from her own personal experiences, Stephanie Hubach writes with warmth about a topic for which new perspectives and learning will benefit all of us. In addressing the topic in a fresh manner, Stephanie challenges us to apply these perspectives more broadly than simply an organized ministry to the disabled, and reinforces the concept that one person can make a difference in the lives of others. End of chapter questions provoke further thought and reflection in applying the principles to real-life situations.
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
By C. D. Noll
Format:Paperback
Stephanie Hubach has written an excellent book dealing with how we relate to and care for people who have fundamental and significant differences. While sharing experiences from her own relationships, she builds a theology of grace towards others that applies across a wide range of human experience. Her creative insights into understanding the age old question of dealing with suffering coupled with a unique view of reality stimulate a refreshing and thought-provoking discussion. Concisely written, personal in tone, she provides a solid basis for tearing down judgemental barriers and building effective communities among people with different needs. A must read for anyone interested in learning about loving and caring for "normal people in an abnormal world."
Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great Book
This books allows you to open your eyes and see the world from a whole different world view as it relates to God, your relationship with Him and others, especially those with... Read more
Published 2 months ago by Sylvia Taylor
5.0 out of 5 stars
Same Lake, Different Boat: Coming Alongside People Touched by......
This book, along with the video was what we used in our recent Sunday School class. It's a really good way to learn how to include folks with handicaps into your church's life.
Published 3 months ago by Mary-Marg Marquis
5.0 out of 5 stars
A grounded application of Biblical Theology
An outstanding book. A must read for any person who works with people or families who face disability, for people who know anyone touched by disability, or anyone who is part of a... Read more
Published 3 months ago by Gregory A. Baughman
5.0 out of 5 stars
Helping those raising a child with a disability
This book was read by myself several years ago and since then I have purchased it for women who are "in the same lake, but different boat". Read more
Published 6 months ago by angelglory
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A fantastic book!
As the coordinator for a brand new Special Needs ministry at a large church, this book has been a fantastic reference for what we can be doing to help families in our community. Read more
Published 21 months ago by Heather
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This book is a must-read!
This book is a very useful book. If your church is looking for a model for helping families affected by disability, this book should be on the top of your reading list. Read more
Published 23 months ago by Jerry
5.0 out of 5 stars
The best special needs ministry book available
I had this book on my shelf for a while before I read it. I didn't know much about the author, and the subtitle, Coming Alongside People Touched by Disability, had me expecting it... Read more
Published 23 months ago by ShannonAnna
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Theologically Sound and Very Encouraging
Thank you Steph Hubach for your time and energy writing this wonderful and encouraging book. What a blessing to find a theologically sound examination and biblical view of... Read more
Published on April 18, 2011 by AmyLake
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Samae Lake different Boat
Very well written thoughtful book, with humor and compassion. The author gives great advice for helping someone else live through what she experienced, having a child with Down's... Read more
Published on March 16, 2011 by ksue
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New Eyes for the Lake
With clear cut, Biblical theology and compelling logic Stephanie Hubach rips away pretentious "acceptance" to give a Godly perspective on disabilities. Read more
Published on January 7, 2011 by C. Wynne
