Inclusive Worship Shouts, Shushes, and Sings to the Lord

When Trent Broussard’s autistic son called out the wrong key during a worship song, it sparked a deeper journey into the inclusion of neurodivergent people in church life. Scholars and advocates like Broussard, Nathan Myrick, and Sunita Theiss are calling churches to rethink worship spaces that often prioritize order and polish over accessibility. With thoughtful adjustments—like printed orders of service, noise-reducing headphones, and a culture that embraces imperfection—churches can better reflect the full diversity of God’s creation.

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This article was published in Christianity Today on July 8, 2025, and was written by Kelsey Kramer McGinnis.