The Rev. Dr. Audrey Scanlan serves as the President of Rhythms of Grace and as Celebrant at the Avon location. She has a particular interest in the Theology of Disability. Audrey also works as the Canon for Mission Collaboration in the Episcopal Diocese of Connecticut, encouraging new paths for participation in God's mission of restoration and reconciliation.

Linda L. Snyder, Executive Director of Rhythms of Grace, has a degree in education and over 30 years of service in Christian Formation in parishes throughout the Episcopal Diocese of Connecticut. She is presently assisting in the leadership of the Avon location and supporting other sites as needed.

Our History
We first celebrated a Rhythms of Grace service in 2003 at the request of a parent seeking an alternative worship experience for his autistic son. Delighted at his request, we formed a team of professionals in Christian Formation, Special Education and Sacramental Liturgics and developed a play-based curriculum that honors our Anglican tradition, maintains a dignified liturgy and allows for a lot of fun.

Our Future
We have expanded to multiple sites and continue to seek partners in ministry who are willing to open their doors to this engaging and rewarding mission. Throughout the year, we offer workshops and are available for private consultations. Founders Linda Snyder and the Rev. Audrey Scanlan recently published Rhythms of Grace: A worship and faith-formation curriculum resource for children with autism. The whole Rhythms of Grace curriculum consists of a 3-year syllabus of distinct scripture-based session plans. This volume, Year 1, includes complete plans for 12 monthly sessions and 6 feast sessions, as well as the background and support material needed to establish and conduct a successful program. More here...