Church and Profound Autism

Taking a child of any age with profound autism to church can feel overwhelming. Sitting still, being reverent, and managing sensory needs in a worship setting isn’t always possible—and that can leave parents feeling isolated or discouraged. In this episode of the Autism Parent Club Podcast, we share our real-life experiences of navigating church with autism, the unique challenges families face, and the small victories that bring hope. You’ll hear practical tips for supporting your child, creative ideas for making church work for your family without guilt, and encouragement to keep showing up if you want to. Most of all, this conversation is about hope: reminding every parent that faith and belonging are possible, even when autism and church life look different than we expected.