Welcome to all things Disability Ministry!
We exist to make apprenticeship to Jesus possible for people and families impacted by disabilities through accessible worship, teaching, and community. Here you’ll find updates on upcoming events, ways to get involved, and more resources to support your family along the way!
What we offer:
Sunday Services in Friendship Class
Friendship Class is for our friends from Kindergarten through 12th grade and meets during both services at 9 and 11 AM. This is a welcoming, adaptive environment designed especially for kids with special needs and disabilities who thrive in a consistent and calm space with a lesson thoughtfully curated just for them.
Each week, kids enjoy their own Bible story, meaningful worship, a hands-on craft, and engaging activities, all created to help them grow in their understanding of God’s love in a way that meets them right where they are.
Sunday Service Inclusion (K-12th)
Our heart is always inclusion. Whenever possible, we want our friends to join their peers in their respective ministries with the support of a one-on-one buddy or additional aides.
For kids ages birth through fifth grade, Inclusion is available during both the 9 and 11 AM services.
For middle school (6th through 8th grade), Inclusion takes place during the 9 AM service, as middle school meets only at that time.
For high school (9th through 12th grade), Inclusion takes place during the 11 AM service, since high school meets only at that time.
If your child would benefit from a one-on-one aide, please reach out ahead of time to allow us space to thoughtfully find and place the right support. Fill out the form below to get started.
Sunday Family Rooms (B101 & B212)
Our Family Rooms are available for individuals of all ages who would like to enjoy the service together with their families in a more flexible environment.
One Family Room is located downstairs in room B101, on the corner across from the bathrooms. This room streams the service live, providing a quieter space while still staying connected to everything happening in the Sanctuary.
Our second Family Room is located upstairs in room B212, just down the hall. This room also streams the service live and includes adaptive seating options for our friends who may prefer a beanbag, spinning chair, or other alternative seating to help them feel comfortable and regulated during the service.
We hope these spaces serve your family well and help make Sunday mornings accessible and welcoming for everyone.
Raising Abilities
Raising Abilities is a support group for parents of children with disabilities and special needs. Come connect with other parents, share stories, pray together, and find encouragement in a welcoming community.
Upcoming Events
Serve with Us!
Volunteer with us in Disability Ministry, a ministry that supports individuals with disabilities who are unable to participate in Kids or Student Ministries without an aide or more specialized class. We will train and equip you to serve with confidence and compassion. A few days each year, VCC also hosts special days of fun for children with disabilities to give parents a much-needed break—and we need volunteers like you to help make these joy-filled days possible!
Meet the Disability Ministry Team
Kaelee Haggerty
VCC Kids & Disability Director
