Our Special Needs Ministry provides an opportunity for children with special needs to learn about God’s love in a way that is accessible to everyone. We seek to know your family and create the best environment for your child’s specific needs. We have buddies who support children with special needs during our Sunday morning programming as well as a sensory room for those who need a quiet space.

Our mission is to serve any family with a special need and to show the love of Jesus so that all may worship. We hope to enable families to participate in the community of our church. Through our Helping Hands Program we provide one on one support with a long term buddy that partners with your child. 

Helping Hands

We provide one on one support with a long-term buddy that partners with your child with special needs. They will support your child throughout their class time and assist them in all activities.

Respite Night

Once a month we offer a night of respite to parents in our church with special needs children. Children with special needs and their siblings are offered a safe space to have fun through art, music, movies, physical play and a snack while parents have a night out. Registration is required. 

Sensory Room

A self-contained classroom is available for children who need a safe space to calm down or need extra care. Loving volunteers provide a safe and welcoming environment while children enjoy a video Bible lesson, worship music and a lesson activity. 

What special needs do we accommodate?

We attempt to accommodate every family’s specific need. As we meet, we will create a plan for your loved one in order for him or her to be successful in our different environments. We are volunteer based and the level of support will depend on experience of staff and volunteers.

Are there any events for my child with special needs?

Our respite nights throughout the year provide respite time for parents who have children with special needs. We also provide support for your child during Vacation Bible School, Fall Festival and Christmas Eve Services.

Is there a parent support group?

Yes! Our parent support group is called PEACE. Parents meet via Zoom once a month. For more information contact us at [email protected].

Do volunteers have a background check? 

All volunteers, teen and adults, go through a complete application process before serving in our classrooms. Adults have a thorough background check completed and participate in Sexual Abuse Awareness Training. All volunteers review and agree to abide by our General Practices. At least two volunteers must be present in a classroom at all times.