We all remember and love the classic 1969 Christmas story “Frosty the Snowman”. What if it wasn’t Frosty the Snowman? Here is an alternative title: Frosty The Snowman Who Moved Differently On a cold and snowy Christmas Eve, a group of children gathered in the town square to build a snowman. They found an old […]
The image of baby Jesus placed in a dirty manger—an animal’s feeding trough—paints a powerful picture of humility and rejection. Mary and Joseph had no other option, no proper place for their newborn, and Jesus entered the world in circumstances lacking dignity. This scene mirrors a modern-day reality for many individuals with disabilities who require […]
“Give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.” – 1 Thessalonians 5:18 Gratitude isn’t just a response to good times; it’s a choice to trust God in every moment. When life is going well, thanksgiving flows easily. But in challenges, giving thanks becomes an act of […]
Ability Ministry is looking for talented curriculum writers and graphic designers with experience in creating special needs ministry curriculum for children and teens. If you have a passion for inclusive ministry and a background in developing materials for students with disabilities, we’d love to hear from you! Ability Ministry is building a team of writers […]
Central Christian College of the Bible (CCCB) has received a grant of over $1.2 million from Lilly Endowment Inc. to support the launch of a multi-year collaborative effort to elevate children’s ministry programs in the Christian Churches/Churches of Christ. CCCB’s “VIEW Initiative” will provide training and curriculum to children’s ministry staff and volunteers and devotional […]
After we released a new resource titled “The Top Ten Bible Stories Featuring People with Disabilities” I got a DM from a parent with a great heartfelt question. I can not help but think she is not alone in her question. With her permission I am sharing portions of this conversation. I pray that it […]
President Ryan Wolfe is scheduled to be a keynote speaker at The Church and Disability: Equipping God’s Masterpieces hosted by the Masterpiece Alliance in February of 2025. Workshop Details The cost to attend is $50/person (For every 4 tickets purchased in a group, a 5th ticket can be claimed for free.) Masterpiece Alliance wants to […]
The unemployment rate for individuals with disabilities remains significantly higher than for those without disabilities. Churches, as community hubs, can play a vital role in addressing this issue by fostering an inclusive environment that supports people with disabilities in finding meaningful employment. Here are ten ways churches can help: 1. Provide Job Training and Skills […]
A few Sundays ago, I was reminded of the way that life should be. A life with no unnecessary filters and no faking it just because we feel the need to keep up appearances. What happened? Let me paint a picture for you. I was sitting outdoors on a Sunday morning in a sea of […]
“Our insecurities about our disabilities often rob God of powerful opportunities to work through us.” The world has always had a negative view of disability. Even the disciples of Jesus believed that disability was a punishment from God. Jesus flips the narrative on disability in John 9:1-3 correcting them. “As Jesus went along, he saw […]
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.
