Welcome to Growing Hope Conversations Podcast. The podcast from Growing Hope, a charity offering free therapy for children and young people with additional needs, and support for their families. Join our host, Bambi French, as she welcomes guests who’ve been there - sharing real stories, honest struggles, and how churches can truly make a difference.

In this week’s episode we’re excited to be joined by Graham Miller, CEO of London City Mission, a charity working to share the good news of Jesus Christ with those in London unlikely to otherwise hear it. LCM help churches build bridges into communities in their local area where Jesus Christ isn’t widely known. Graham is a parent of children with additional needs and he himself has been diagnosed with ADHD, having received his diagnosis as an adult.

Graham reflects on leadership, faith and ADHD, and how neurodiversity in leaders is both a challenge and an opportunity.

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction to the Podcast

00:21 Introduction to Graham Miller and London City Mission

02:05 Graham's Journey to ADHD Diagnosis

04:55 Understanding ADHD and Its Impact on Life

06:34 Navigating Leadership and ADHD Diagnosis

09:31 The Impact of ADHD on Faith

12:24 Understanding Neurodiversity in Faith Communities

15:32 Supporting Families with Additional Needs

18:08 The Role of the Church in Inclusion

21:25 Overcoming Isolation in Neurodiverse Families

24:26 Embracing Neurodiversity as a Strength

27:18 Encouragement for Neurodiverse Individuals and Families

32:37 Accessibility Training for Churches

Get involved:

Read about the work of London City Mission and how you can get involved at lcm.org.uk/ 

Email us at ⁠info@growinghope.org.uk

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