# Faith That Welcomes All - Rev. Phidel Baraza | CITAM Church Online

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Published: 2026-04-22T09:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

True resurrection life requires moving beyond religious ritual to active, radical inclusion. The church must transition from merely accommodating marginalized groups to fully embracing them as essential members of the body of Christ.

## Highlights
- Main idea: Resurrection life is defined by how we make room for others, not just by celebrating an empty tomb
- Practical takeaway: Accessibility for persons with disabilities should move from mere accommodation to central belonging
- Failure mode: Treating marginalized individuals or caregivers as 'projects' to be managed rather than honored participants
- Core principle: The church must rise above pity and narrow definitions of belonging to reflect Christ's love
- Theological thesis: Christ's victory over death necessitates a shift from the old way of exclusion to a new way of visible compassion

## Topics

Christianity, Inclusion, Disability Advocacy, Church Community, Resurrection Theology, Social Compassion, Equality, Faith

## Chapters
- 0:00 — The Call to Resurrection Living: The empty tomb is not just a historical fact to celebrate, but a mandate for how believers must live today.
- 1:00 — Rising Above Exclusion: A challenge to move past pity and narrow boundaries to create a church that truly rises with Christ.
- 2:00 — Defining the New Life: True holiness and obedience are expressed through visible compassion, patience, and accessibility.
- 3:00 — Building a House for Everyone: A concluding call to build a community where every person is recognized as an image-bearer of God.

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