Churches
Our comprehensive suite of resources is built to help your church gain the knowledge, strategies, and faith-driven skills to build and maintain a disability-inclusive environment. No matter what stage your church is at—from seeking the latest materials for a long-standing program to learning more about disability in general—you’ll find countless resources to fit your needs.
Resources for churches
Videos
This resource covers some important jargon that focuses on Deaf communities and the appropriate terminology used when discussing the topic of Deaf people.
Accessibility and inclusive are not extra work, being accessible and inclusive is biblical.
Discover how to choose the best fidgets for church. Less is more, learn how to choose wisely. Discover who needs a fidget and how to correctly use them to help with attention, focus and anxiety. Training Video 2 of 8
What we believe are the Top 5 Strategies to serve those with disabilities.
Creating structure in how you serve those with special needs is very hepful, but what works for one person may not work for all. Learn more. This is Part 1.
Listen in on this powerful conversation with safety and trauma experts on how to build and maintain healthy attachment with kids at church while maintaining a safe environment.
DMP shares different ways to approach Deaf ministry.
Touch, textures, and temperature are important to consider in church and ministry events. Find sensory-friendly solutions for greetings, seating, meals, communion, baptism, and more! Training Video 4 of 6.
Finding a church that is welcoming to people with disabilities can be very difficult. Joni & Friends hopes to equip churches around the world to disciple people affected by disabilities!
Learn 25 basic American Sign Language signs related to church.
Learning signs will help you engage with Deaf members of your church and Change your church culture from not only being accessible, but inclusive!
This series is designed to provide two practical instruction videos along with videos focused on parents and spiritual interaction with those with special needs.
Exciting News! The Deaf Millennial Project has just launched Part 1 of our new video series, teaching biblical terms in American Sign Language! We're committed to making church spaces more accessible and inclusive for the…
Use these lively Brain Builders to take a quick break during learning. These simple yet powerful brain-building activities promote social engagement, reduce anxiety, and create fun learning breaks that promote belonging.
The wrong lighting and visual clutter can prevent people with sensory processing issues from attending your church or ministry events. Discover how to use lighting and visual cues to create a welcoming environment and…
Do you know anyone with the wiggles? Wiggle seats are a super alternative seating solution for churches. They can be used in chairs, the floor, or even a pew to increase focus and attention. Training Video 3 of 8
