A Catholic church in Rhode Island has begun catering to kids with autism.

The 15 minute-long Mass was conducted without music. The readings were selected to support and encourage parents and families and to emphasize that the new faith formation program is based on the abundant love that Jesus has for every human being.

According to Margaret Andreozzi, parish Director of Faith Formation, the new approach to religious education for children with autism is peaceful, welcoming and innovative — adapting to each child or young adult’s individual learning style in a compassionate, loving and inclusive environment. The program, based on a model created in the Archdiocese of Boston, is tailored to children on the autism spectrum, those with developmental delays and students who are non-verbal.

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