See you Sundays at 9AM & 11am for Friendship Class!
Disability Ministry at VCC is dedicated to seeing the body of Christ embrace all of its members. That means the disability ministry is an every member mission. The Disability Team exists first and foremost to make sure that the regular life of the church are accessible to all, because God’s ability is glorified and the body of Christ flourishes when disabled members are both served and able to serve others by exercising their unique spiritual gifts. For more information about the VCC Disability Ministry please contact Lilian Jewell at lilian@vc.church.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Sunshine Respite Event
Saturday, May 4, join us for Sunshine Respite Event! Hosted by our Disability Ministry, Respite provides fun to attendees and rest to their families. We'll have games, sensory play, crafts, and more. Share with your friends, school, and neighbors to spread the word about this special morning at VCC. Sign up to attend or volunteer today!
EVENT HIGHLIGHTS
On 2.18, families and volunteers joined us for Respite + Parent Resource Session with our ministry partner, Joni & Friends. Families learned about summertime retreats hosted by this special organization and we celebrated Friendship Day in our Respite event.
PROGRAMS
FRIENDSHIP CLASS
Disability Ministry's Friendship Class meets during both Sunday services at VCC. We offer an adaptive, all-abilities class for friends who may need extra support to flourish at church. We do a Bible lesson, musical worship, and other activities. If you'd like to join our teaching team, or if you have someone in your life who might benefit, reach out to Lilian today.
FRIDAY FRIENDS
Adults with disabilities and their friends or family members meet for a meal, a Bible lesson, and craft. Most importantly, Friday Friends is about community through God's love.
Upcoming Gatherings:
5.3
6.14
7.19
8.9
Please reach out to Lilian, if you'd like more information.
RESPITE EVENTS
We offer Respite events to families impacted by disability throughout the year. Respite allows parents a few hours to recharge and reconnect with one another. These events are free for all ages and open to the public. Check back for more details of upcoming events, which are also announced in The Weekly and on social media.
Our next respite event is 5.4.24, please email Lilian to be added to the list when registration opens.
SERVE
All of our wonderful volunteers can attest to the rich and unique blessing of serving those with disabilities and their families. Whether it is on Sunday mornings, Friday Friends, or at a Respite event, we would love to train you to thrive as a servant of Christ in this crucial ministry.
Lilian Jewell
Disability Ministry Director