Is the Body of Christ including All its Members? Jillian Palmiotto

Dr. Stephanie Holmes met Jillian through being a sponsor of the Together Conference that happens in GA. In their discussion, she found a kindred spirit and admires the ministry work to include members of the body of Christ who have disabilities and differences. As we conclude this month on inclusion. The church should be the most inclusive of those with differences and disabilities.About our Guest:Jillian Palmiotto is the Founder of the Together Conference and the Founder and Executive Director of Together We Care, a nonprofit organization that focuses on meeting the everyday needs of families impacted by disability as well as equipping organizations for disability inclusion. In 2016, Jillian launched the Together Conference after receiving requests to help other ministry leaders learn the how-tos for developing an inclusive ministry. What began as a small gathering of volunteers, church staff, and pastors has now developed into a nationally known conference. She holds a BA in Early Childhood Education and a MA in Inclusive Education. She is also a licensed minister and served as the disability pastor at Mount Paran Church for seven years. Jillian is married to her husband, Anthony, and they have two children, Samantha and Nicholas, and two furbabies, Noelle and Beau.