Neurodivergence, Family and Faith

Neurodivergence, Family and Faith is a podcast for Christian parents raising neurodivergent kids, and for the churches and friends who walk alongside them. Each episode offers practical tools, grounded in research and shaped by the wisdom of the Bible.

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Just what I need!

Fantastic information! I’m a parent of ADHD & autistic kids (ages 4-8) who have relatively low support needs. This Christ-centered podcast fills a void in the broad field of disability parenting ministries! The focus of the episodes is usually on parenting neurodivergent Christian kids who will likely live on their own one day. This type of parenting is not the same as how neurotypical families parent, and it’s not the same as how families of kids with high-support needs must parent. This paren

2E mama
Dec. 5, 2025

Looking forward to more

I absolutely love this! There isn’t much out there in this sphere. Kate and Dave are so genuine and easy to listen to. Solidly Bible based and really encouraging.

Emx95
Sept. 4, 2025

Fantastic resource

This has been missing from the Australian podcast landscape. Guiding our neurodivergent kids through a challenging world while helping them know and love Jesus is a challenge. This podcast has great tips and insights.

camelman
Sept. 17, 2025

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Jan. 6, 2026

11. Navigating Big Change

When our neurodivergent kids find comfort in everything staying the same, how do we help them navigate the inevitable big changes in life? In this episode, Kate and Dave discuss the challenges of facing major moments like mov...

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Nov. 25, 2025

10. Real Joy as We Navigate Christmas

Christmas is a time to celebrate the birth of our saviour Jesus and the true joy that comes from knowing him. Yet the way we celebrate can be hard for our children, with the busyness, decorations, special events, and unfamili...

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Nov. 11, 2025

9. Raising Resilience: How Home Adaptations Can Empower Children

Should we adapt our homes for our neurodivergent children, or does that just make them unable to cope with life outside the home? Dave and Kate delve into this crucial topic, arguing that such adaptations can actually enhance...

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Oct. 28, 2025

8. Navigating Overwhelming Environments: Tips for Families

In today's episode. Kate and Dave discuss how to support children in navigating overwhelming environments, focusing on strategies to help them regain a sense of control. They consider the importance of training children for ...

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Oct. 14, 2025

7. True Love: Practical Steps for Churches to Love Neurodivergent Families

Have you ever found church hard? Kate and Dave delve into the vital topic of how churches can more effectively love and support families with additional needs. They explore practical strategies that can create an inclusive en...

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Oct. 7, 2025

6. Sensory Needs and Church—With Dr Katy Unwin

Dr. Katy Unwin joins Kate Morris and Dave Whittingham to explore vital strategies for supporting families with neurodivergent members within the context of church. The discussion focuses on the sensory barriers that often hin...

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About the Hosts

Kate Morris

Kate is a writer, speaker, and educator who supports families with neurodivergent children. She has served in children’s ministry as a cross-cultural worker in France, and now lives in Sydney with her husband and three children, including two who are neurodivergent. Kate combines her background in education and biblical studies with further study in neurodivergence to equip families and churches with practical, Bible-shaped resources.

Dave Whittingham

Dave has been a church minister, school teacher and chaplain, and is now a podcaster. He studied the Bible at Moore Theological College in Sydney, where he grew up, and now lives in the beautiful country town of Orange. He is married with four children. He has ADHD and Autism, and his family is a mixture of neurotypical and neurodivergent. Dave is passionate about helping people know the goodness and faithfulness of God, whether through podcasts or speaking at churches, schools and Christian events.

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