Dear children, let us not love with words or speech, but in ACTION and in truth. —1 John 3:18
What We Believe
We believe being part of a church body is a crucial part of living a Christian life and that ALL believers should be able to experience the love and support of our church community. One of our ministry goals is to strive to meet the physical and intellectual needs of our participants as much as we can so that we can meet their spiritual needs as well.
Our Purpose
Action Ministry stands in the gap for individuals and families impacted by special needs by intentionally putting our love for the Lord and others into action.
First Time Visit
We ask that parents please register their child or youth before their first visit at the link below. Our Action classroom is located near the children’s drive-side entrance and has a check-in system inside the room. Contact Action Ministry Coordinator Cynthia Pounds: [email protected]
What We Provide
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- Sensory-friendly classroom for elementary-aged children to foster their relationship with the Lord at their individual pace.
- Action Buddy for preschoolers, elementary aged, or youth aged children who wish to participate in their age appropriate classroom.
- Prayer Partners are available upon request of the family. They commit to connecting with families weekly for specific prayer needs and request.
- Care Partners are available upon request of the family. They provide attendance support on Sunday mornings for families with adult aged children.
- Respite Events: Action Special Needs Ministry hosts a well-deserved night for rest, self-care, or an evening out for parents. Parents drop off all their children (birth to age 12) at the Children’s Center for a Bible lesson, games, and dinner. Watch our events tab and Facebook page for our Respite Care events.
What Parents Provide
If your child has specific dietary needs, we ask that parents provide an appropriate snack for their child. Please send a change of clothes, including a pull-up or diaper, with your child, if applicable. Also, you may send any favorite fidgets or small toys to help them enjoy their time in our care. We ask that you please complete the Action Survey to help us provide the proper support.
Safety and Emergency Medical Situations
Our trained and background-checked staff and volunteers will strive to the best of our abilities to follow guidance provided by parents for their child’s accommodations. Our church provides LIMITED types of medical care within our church resources. Any medical care must be approved in advance, and parents are required to fill out the proper paperwork before anyone at the church can give any medical care. If a medical need arises and no arrangements have been made between the parents, ministry coordinator, or church staff, the parents will be called. If there is an emergency situation, 911 will be called as well as the parents.
When and Where
The Action Classroom and Action Buddies are offered on Sundays during the 10 a.m. worship service for preschool, children, and youth. Located in Terminal E.
