"Watching my son arrange dinosaurs during Mass—his way of staying regulated—reminds me how far our Catholic family has come on our autism journey. What once felt impossible has become a chance to witness the Church embracing all her members, including those on the spectrum.

Like many parents of autistic children, I once felt isolated during liturgy. The sensory overload of incense, music, crowds, and unpredictable sounds made Mass attendance a weekly struggle rather than a source of peace. Yet across America, parishes increasingly recognize these challenges and respond with creativity, compassion, and concrete solutions."

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Question to ponder: What could be put in place in your parish to make it more inclusive?

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