I recently taught the faith elective at the adult day program at my church First Christian Day Services. When I got set up with my PowerPoint and started teaching a worker at the day program stopped me and asked, “How are you using live closed captions?” She did not know this was even possible and […]
Children’s songs are more than just catchy tunes—they are powerful tools for teaching timeless biblical truths. By incorporating messages of love, kindness, and belonging, these songs can also serve as a foundation for fostering inclusion. “Jesus Loves Me,” “This Little Light of Mine,” “The B-I-B-L-E,” and “Father Abraham” all hold unique opportunities to teach children […]
“What happens when you allow yourself to really change your perspective when it comes to disability and the church?” President Ryan Wolfe was a guest on the Wonderful Works Talks podcast. To learn more about Wonderful Works Ministry or the Adapted Discipleship Library, please visit wonderfulworksministry.org
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 […]
The team at Overcomer Ministries put together a fantastic 8-video series that covers some fantastic sensory tools and tips that will benefit any disability ministry. Sensory Tools: Get Started Sensory Tools: Fidgets Sensory Tools: Wiggle Seats Sensory Tools: Headphones Sensory Tools: Kick Bands Sensory Tools: Weighted Items Sensory Tools: Visual Timers Sensory Tools: Self-Control Strategies […]
The Deaf Millennial Project put together these two awesome videos which have been made available via Shine On: Tim Tebow Foundation. Biblical Terms in American Sign Language: Part 1 Biblical Terms In American Sign Language: Part 2
Ryan Wolfe recently spoke at the Key Ministry Disability and the Church Conference, hosted by Calvary Orlando. If you would like Ryan Wolfe to speak to your organization, church, or at a conference, please contact us. To learn more about the Disability and the Church conference, click here.
“Sorry, we are late. We couldn’t find his favorite stuffed animal so he wouldn’t get in the car to leave until we found it.” “Sorry, he won’t wear a sweatshirt outside on the playground because it’s ‘too itchy’”. “Sorry, she’s been up all night and just now fell asleep. We won’t be there today after […]
Because Jesus' table is accessible for everyone...
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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.
