Resources for churches
Have you ever found yourself thinking "There's this kid..." in your ministry? Share this resource on ADHD, a common hidden disability, with your children's ministry volunteers and church staff.
A four-unit mini course to help equip churches to serve children and youth in the foster care system. Through this course, participants will gain a vision for reaching kids in the foster care system, understand the challenges…
In today's video we will take a deep dive on understanding kids from care. By the end of this unit you will know some key facts about the foster care system, understand that many kids in care have experienced complex trauma,…
This church visual schedule resource is specifically designed to support students with autism and other disabilities at church. Visual schedules provide predictability and routine.
This resource includes schedule cards…
Welcome to unit 2. By the end of this unit you will learn the importance of supporting healthy relationships, how to be a warm and caring presence and how to be able to connect with foster children in a personal way.
This Adapted Book is a tool for teaching students with intellectual disabilities about worship and praising God. Includes movable pieces and visual supports to increase engagement and understanding.
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Welcome to unit 3. By the end of this session you will be able to, understand the unique circumstances of children in foster care impacts discipline, know key principles for disciplining kids in care and be able to avoid…
This adapted book presents the Gospel message in a simple way to learners with intellectual disabilities. It is based off the 3 Circles Method of sharing the Gospel and includes visuals to help support learners'…
In this final session you will learn practical tips for helping children in the foster care succeed at church. You will learn, child - centered language, setting learning goals, meet individual needs and so much more.
This resources includes an easy way to help ministry leaders and volunteers at your church know how to better serve your child with disabilities. This "About Me" worksheet is an editable Canva template and has space for you…
Let's recap! We have learned so much about trauma, how to form a trauma informed ministry, how to love on children in foster care and tips on how they can thrive within your ministry
Let’s prioritize making Scripture available and accessible to all, including those in your children’s ministry and disability ministry settings.
Our mission is to overcome obstacles to Jesus. Overcomer Ministries provides Christ-centered occupational therapy consulting, solutions, training, and tools for disability ministry. Our vision is for people of all abilities…
We are all designed to worship our Creator — through prayer and service and praise — both as individuals and as the church family. But sometimes corporate worship services can be challenging for those with sensory-processing…
Gain understanding, awareness, and empathy for the 16.5% of the population with sensory processing issues. Learn the simple steps to make your whole church and ministry events sensory-friendly. This introductory video…