The gift of communication
Being able to communicate freely with others is a gift. Wycliffe Today Editor, Deb Fox, shares her experience of silence and sign language.
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Everyone is welcome: Susan’s story
Susan Shannon provides a unique insight into the experiences and challenges that she and many others encounter as Deaf Christians in Australia.
Equipping Deaf Christians to share the good news
An exciting project is about to be launched to provide Deaf Christians with tools to grow in their faith and reach other Deaf people with the gospel. Wycliffe Australia, Bible Society of Australia and Alpha Australia have been close partners in creating a translation of the Alpha course into Auslan – Australian Sign Language. Wycliffe Today caught up with Rebecca Thurrowgood to learn more.
Embraced by the Deaf community
Amy Cruickshanks is a linguistics consultant with Bible Society Australia. We caught up with Amy to hear about how her involvement with Auslan has welcomed her into a new church community.
Participating in family life for the first time: Mary Anna's story
Growing up Deaf, Mary Anna experienced isolation from her family. Unable to fully communicate beyond basic gestures, her parents felt desperate. That was, until Mary Anna received help in the language she understands best: Papaua New Guinea Sign Language (PNGSL).
Learning about sign language
How much do you know about sign language? Learn about the unique needs and characteristics of Deaf communities and the sign language used in Australia: Auslan.
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