Special Needs: Is Every Child Welcome In Your Ministry?
Here’s how to make every child—regardless of ability or special needs—feel welcome in your children’s ministry. “The Real Me” by Joe Bishop Don’t just see my legs not running,…
Special Needs Insight
Welcoming every family and child, including those who have special needs, doesn’t need to be scary or overwhelming. We’ve partnered with experts to compile current, helpful strategies, insights, and tips for ministering to children and families living with all kinds of special needs.
What You’ll Find
In this section, you’ll find information to help you understand children who have specific needs, such as diabetes, hearing impairment, allergies, Attention Deficit Disorder, and many more. Check out advice on letting adults with special needs serve in your ministry. You’ll also learn from churches who started inclusive ministries and understand the need for inclusive ministries today. Don’t forget to train your teachers and volunteers on this topic too.
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About Special Needs Insight
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