Last month, the President of the United States and his appointed Health Secretary suggested that pregnant women taking the commonly consumed and widely available drug acetaminophen have contributed to the rise in Autism related diagnoses in the United States in recent years. The President suggested that pregnant women taking acetaminophen have birthed an increasingly higher […]
Kids with IDD don’t stay kids forever—churches must grow with them, honoring them as adults with real needs, gifts, and purpose. No, they can’t stay in Children’s Ministry or Student Ministry forever. You must treat adults like adults and move towards integration and service. Ministry Models Shift from Programming to Belonging Adults with IDD are […]
Ryan Wolfe will be joining Faith Inclusion Network for a free webinar on Tuesday, September 16, 2025 12:00pm CST. The topic will be the importance of disability ministry in congregations and how we can help churches include and offer the gift of belonging to people with disabilities and their families. This webinar will be hosted […]
Do you ever feel like there is a Starbucks or a McDonalds on every corner of town? There may be a reason for that. Here are a few statistics to think about. Now compare that to the number of counties there are in the United States. That number is 3,144. While the distribution of Starbucks […]
We are pleased to announce that we have welcomed Bart Jones to Ability Ministry as the “Executive Minister of Spiritual Development and Operations.” Bart’s extensive experience and deep commitment to our mission make him an excellent addition to our leadership team. Bart comes to us after serving as Sr. Pastor at Community Christian Church in […]
From Barriers to BelongingBy Dr. Vickie BylerPublished by CSRM (Christian Sports Recreation Ministries) & Overwhelming Victory Press In From Barriers to Belonging, Dr. Vickie Byler challenges churches to move beyond accessibility and into authentic community. With a deep theological foundation and practical strategies, this book equips Sports, Recreation, and Fitness Ministries to reach, include, and […]
There’s a common, dangerous misunderstanding that circulates in conversations around intellectual and developmental disabilities: that some people, especially those with an IQ below 70, are somehow exempt from needing—or being able to understand—the Gospel. But here’s the truth: The Gospel is for everyone. Period. Full stop. No exceptions. No asterisks. The Ground Is Level at […]
In a world overflowing with bad news, I wanted to take a moment to stop and celebrate some incredibly good news—because God is doing something amazing through our ministry. As many of you know, I love sports and statistics. In the 135-year history of Major League Baseball, no player had ever achieved a 50/50 season—that […]
Ryan and Jason discuss all things baptism as it relates to disability ministry. What happens if someone cannot be submerged? How do we know they understand their decision? What happens after baptism? All of this is in addition to the resources available to help you and your ministry. Curriculum Options Baptism Workbook Options Continue Learning […]
We believe every child is uniquely created and deeply loved by God—including those with ADHD. Children with ADHD often bring creativity, energy, and curiosity into a room, but they may also face challenges with attention, impulse control, and transitions. This guide is designed to help ministry leaders and volunteers create a welcoming, structured, and supportive […]
Because Jesus' table is accessible for everyone...
We desire to see the Church make room for all people affected by disability. To fully participate. To fully partner. To fully lead.
We exist to equip and empower the 25% of the population with a disability, their families, and their churches to become who God has created them to be.
