The Autistic Christian

There are two verses in the bible that always make me laugh when I think about what it means to be a Christian on the spectrum. They are:

John 17:16 They are not of the world, even as I am not of it. (Because of the whole 'other planet' feeling, this one could have been written for Aspies)!

1 Corinthians 9:22 I have become all things to all people so that by all possible means I might save some. (This reminds me of how we mirror other people to fit in).

Of course they are both verses out of context but they still make me smile.

I am a theology student and for one of my essays I would really like to explore how churches could better support us. I wonder if anybody on here might be interested in answering some questions, and if there might be a way I could distribute them that wouldn't break the community rules? It wouldn't be until the New Year so plenty of time to figure it out :)

I’ve been to several churches, mostly quakers and the first church of Christ scientist. Both are autistic friendly I would say. I’d be happy to answer questions. 

I think the Quaker’s are one of the purest churches out there. As for the other...

Anyway, I think the questionnaire and discussion would be a good idea. I’d happily host it in a discrete part of my company website if the rules are an issue, or a private group on Facebook would be another way. 

I've never met a Scientologist. Jehovah's Witnesses on the other hand...

I'm sure Scientologists would also welcome you with open arms and open your wallet!  Many years ago I went for a tour round their HQ in Sussex and they were so welcoming that they signed my up for a 10 week course (at a cost).  Sadly I was so blissed-out that I got my name and address wrong.

I'm an athiest / Humanist (from an old-fashioned C of E background - Matins / sung Evensong choirboy) with an interest in New Religious Movements / Cults.  I can assure anyone here that Scientology is certainly not connected to Christian / Abrahamic faiths.

That would be really helpful. I'll have a chat with my tutor when I go back in January and if it gets approved by my college then I'll put some questions up - thank you! :)

That would be really helpful. I'll have a chat with my tutor when I go back in January and if it gets approved by my college then I'll put some questions up - thank you! :)