Maria serves as the Marketing Specialist for The Banquet Network. As the mother of an adult with special needs, she is passionate about raising awareness of purposeful inclusion and helping churches create welcoming communities where people of all abilities belong. Her family's journey has given her a deeper understanding of the challenges many special needs families face in staying connected to church life, and she considers it a privilege that God has used this experience to open her heart and broaden her perspective. When she's not creating content, Maria enjoys sunny days at the beach, quiet walks in nature, and spending time with her family.