On today’s episode of Life at EASe, we are speaking with Rockpointe Community Church in Sterling Heights MI about the importance of creating an inclusive worship community with Pastor Mickey and Kim Ryder. Mickey Badalamenti comes to Rockpointe via the business world. It was in this environment that he honed his project management and leadership skills. In responding to God’s call to move into full-time ministry, Mickey brings with him these significant assets. He also brings a passionate and articulate zeal for Truth that comes from being a former skeptic himself. Mickey is also the Campus Coordinator for Detroit Bible Institute, which is sponsored by a consortium of local churches and hosted at Rockpointe.

Kimberly Ryder is a busy homeschooling mother of four. She has a bachelor's degree in Interior Design with minors in Teaching and Art. Her passions for learning, education and people have led her to engaging in the Bridges Program at Rockpointe Community Church in Sterling Heights MI, where she has served for the last 7 years. Using both her formal training and personal Homeschool Education experience, she teaches the special needs students in the Bridges Program. While teaching the students planned lessons and engaging with them individually, she shares about God’s love for them and their intrinsic value in a relatable way.

You may reach Pastor Mickey at mickey@rockpointe.org and Kim at marie.ryder@yahoo.com directly about the Bridges Program. Feel free to check out a presentation we at Early Autism Services created outlining how to set up a more inclusive space. Education For Welcoming Families With Children With Autism To A Worship Community If you would like to reach out to us with consultation requests please email us at info@earlyautismservices.com