Ministry with adults seems such a basic concept; you might be wondering why the need for an entire episode about it. Ryan and Jason talk through why an adult disability ministry is critical, as well as resources and supports to continue these ministries and help them grow. Listen Here: Also Listen On: Resources Discussed:
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
At Ability Ministry, we are thrilled to announce that some of our most impactful resources are now available on Right Now Media. Right Now Media is like a “Netflix for churches,” offering thousands of Bible studies, curriculum series, and training materials to help churches grow and reach their communities. Right Now Media has a massive […]
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 […]
“Starting a 100% integrated model of disability ministry, where people with disabilities are fully included in all aspects of church life, requires intentionality and a shift in mindset compared to traditional programming that sometimes creates separation.” In this episode of the podcast, we talk about why the integrated ministry model is critical and how to […]
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.
