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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

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In this video, Steve shares his personal story and offers simple ways the Church and community can support fathers of children with disabilities.
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1 in 6 people have sensory processing issues. This introduction explains the basics of sensory processing, so you can create a welcoming sensory-friendly atmosphere in your church. Training Video 1 of 6
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Create inclusive ministry environments for all ages.
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Clear steps to removing seen and unseen barriers within your church.
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Take a look at the best ways to meet an array of communication needs.
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Move beyond awareness—discover how to become a true ally to the Deaf community and build a church where everyone belongs.
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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…
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What does it look like to mature and grow in disability ministry with churches that have different styles, sizes and budgets?
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Take a look at the best ways to meet an array of communication needs.
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What is anxiety and what does it look like in a Sunday School classroom? Use these tips and strategies to help students with anxiety feel comfortable enough in your classroom to absorb gospel truths.
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Sound can enhance learning and create an inviting atmosphere, but it can also prevent people from attending your church or ministry events. Learn the simple steps to be sensory-friendly. Training Video 3 of 6.
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Everyone who comes through the church doors should feel welcomed and included. But when a new family at your church includes children or adults with disabilities, how do you gather and train volunteers to meet their unique…
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Engaging young adults with disabilities into the life of your church.
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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…
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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.