Disability And Special Needs
DISABILITIES & SPECIAL NEEDS
Churches are uniquely positioned to display the love of Christ by welcoming, discipling, and walking alongside individuals and families affected by disability or special needs.
More than 1 billion people worldwide live with disabilities, and two in seven U.S. families are directly impacted. One in five U.S. families has a child with some form of disability. Yet many still face physical, social, and relational challenges that limit opportunities to hear the gospel and participate in church life.
This page is designed to connect churches and leaders with resources that will help them remove barriers and provide access and inclusion to those with disabilities and special
Celebrate Disability Ministry Sunday on July 11, 2027!
Resources currently under development
HOW CAN IBSA HELP?
We are here to support Illinois churches as they welcome and minister to those with disabilities and special needs.
We can:
- Provide guidance for ministering to and including those with special needs
- Offer training and recommended resources
- Connect your church with experienced disability ministry leaders
Contact us to start a conversation!
TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES
New video and article-based training resources are currently in development
Check out these in-person training opportunities…
FEATURED MINISTRY RESOURCES
Curriculum, training videos, podcasts, articles, and more for special needs ministry.
HIGHLIGHT:
Be All In: A Ministry Guide for Special Needs Inclusion in Children’s Ministry Booklet
Disability Ministry Consultant offering practica resources for churches and families.
HIGHLIGHT:
Accessible Church: A Gospel-Centered Vision for Including People with Disabilities and Their Families
Provides ministry opportunities, family support, and training for ministry to disabled people.