We seek to build a community through fellowship with Christ and one another as we recognize God created all people in His image with the ability to worship. We provide helpers as necessary to come alongside individuals for inclusion in Sunday School and worship.
Hand in Hand, our special needs ministry, focuses on four key areas:
Hand in Hand, our special needs ministry, focuses on four key areas:
Active Participation
We strive to create an environment where all will discover their gifts and become contributors to the Body of Christ. We seek to provide appropriate service opportunities for every person.
Nurturing Community
We will support and encourage those with special needs and their families through the love of Christ. We offer family activities and events for fellowship and community.
Developing Faith
We desire to equip all individuals with the knowledge and tools to connect with God in a personal way. We provide appropriate biblical resources to encourage a deepening faith.
Children & Youth
Buddies
Valley Church believes in full inclusion when possible. As necessary, children and youth are paired with trained helpers (buddies) who make sure their needs are met in the regular classroom on Sunday mornings and Wednesday evenings.
Hand in Hand Room
We offer a class on Sunday mornings in our Hand in Hand room during the 11am hour. The class, which is designed to meet the needs of every child, brings the Bible to life through creative story-telling and sensory-oriented activity centers.
Inclusive Playground
The Valley Community Center Inclusive Playground, “Eric’s Place”, was designed with children of all ages and abilities in mind. It offers a swing and merry-go-round that children in a wheelchair can enjoy and have fun on. The play equipment has a double wide ramp, that allows room for children to run and play, and several types of slides.
Adults
Sunday Mornings
We offer a class on Sunday mornings that uses a curriculum specifically designed to meet the needs of adults with cognitive disabilities. Activities include a Bible lesson, Scripture memory, prayer, and craft. The class meets at 11 am on the lower level. Caregivers are always welcome.
Special Events
Additional opportunities for fellowship and service will be offered periodically.
Night to Shine 2023
While we wait to Night to Shine 2023, take a look at some highlights from our last in-person celebration in 2020!
• Highlight Video
• Hand in Hand Facebook Community
Questions?
Connect Events
A social gathering at Valley Community Center for individuals with special needs ages 14 and above.
General cost is $5 per person (including caregivers). For more information, please email Beth Castile.
Upcoming Events
Families
We offer a variety of events and activities to help our families connect with each other and the surrounding community.
Parent Support
Dad’s Group
Dad’s Group is for dads who have a child with special needs, chronic medical concerns or disabilities. Connect with others who can relate to your situation and be an encouragement to each other as you pray together. This group currently meets monthly.
Sign up for Dad's Group
Mom’s Group
Our mom’s fellowship meets twice a month to give mothers of kids with special needs the chance to connect and find support through shared experiences.
Sign up for Mom's Group
Family Events
We love providing opportunities for fun, fellowship, and connecting through periodic family get-togethers, Hand in Hand family evening at the Great Pumpkin Party, and our family Operation Christmas Child Shoebox packing party.
Get Connected
Upcoming Events
Want to get involved?
Sign up to volunteer or join the Hand in Hand ministry!
