SPECIAL NEEDS
Creating a place where everyone can SHINE.
Our special needs ministry exists to provide community, inclusion, and a place to belong for individuals with special needs and their families.
New family process
Get Connected in three steps
Complete this Interest Form today!
Meet with our team during the week to talk & tour the church
Wait while we pair your family with just the right support system!
SERVE WITH US
A Buddy supports a person with special needs and helps them thrive at church through social, physical, and/or behavioral support. But the most important job a Buddy does is point our families to Jesus.
Some Buddies serve one-on-one in a typical classroom, while others provide support to small groups in a class dedicated to people with special needs. No experience is necessary to be a Buddy.
We are looking for volunteers who are teachable, kind, and who love God and others! No prior experience with Special Needs is required—just a willing heart! Before serving in any class, volunteers must also complete Safe Harbor process.
PRESCHOOL & ELEMENTARY INCLUSION
We believe God created every child and loves each one deeply. We provide an inclusive environment for preschool and elementary students with special needs with a one-on-one buddy in a typical classroom.
STUDENTS
Our Student Connect Group meets every Sunday at 10am, and Student Discipleship meets on Wednesdays from 6–8pm. Students will receive small group support in a classroom just for students with special needs.
This group includes middle school students through 21 years old.
ADULTS
Our Adult Connect Group meets every Sunday at 11:30am and Adult Discipleship meets Wednesdays from 6-8pm. Adults will receive small group support in a classroom just for adults with special needs.
This group includes people aged 21-99 years old!
The Hub
Our Special Needs Ministry is growing, and we’re looking for disciple-makers who are ready to invest in the lives of our families with special needs to step up and serve. If you are teachable, kind, love Jesus, and have a heart to help others grow in their faith, we would love to talk with you! […] Parents, we have created a resource center for you that has everything you need to know about what’s happening for your students at Johnson Ferry. Check it out below! Our Adult Connect Group meets every Sunday at 11:30am. This group includes people aged 21-99 years old! If you’re interested let us know by clicking the button below! Our Wednesday Night Groups will be back on August 12! If you’re interested in joining us, let us know below! We believe God created every child and loves each one deeply. Due to a recent surge in new visitors, many of our classes are currently full because we maintain a one-on-one buddy-to-student environment. If you would like to join our waitlist, please let us know HERE, and we will contact you as soon as a buddy […] Our Student Connect Group meets every Sunday at 10am. This group includes middle school students through 21 years old. If you’re interested in learning more, click the button below!Special Needs
Connect
Lynn Wilkerson – Special Needs Minister
678.784.5374
