Welcome to the Avon United Methodist Church special needs ministry. Our prayer is that you will feel the unconditional love of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. The ministry provides a Christ-centered, safe and caring environment for those with unique challenges, abilities and disabilities.
Our mission is to serve and minister to families and individuals with Special Needs by sharing the unconditional love and compassion of Jesus Christ, creating an environment where all people with all abilities can worship, and to help strengthen and nurture the family in their spiritual growth.
Unconditional Christ-Centered Safe and Caring
John 9:1-3
"As he went along, he saw a blind man from birth. His disciples asked him, Rabbi, who sinned, this man or his parents that he was born blind? Neither this man nor his parents sinned, said Jesus, but this happened so that the work of God might be displayed in his life."
Our Disability Ministry Offers…
Sunday School Inclusion: One-on-one aides for students with disabilities*
Individual Guidance: Personal direction and counsel with our pastoral leadership
In-Service Contact: During each service there will be a volunteer available for new families coming to the church needing assistance for their special needs child or loved one.
Disability Section in the AUMC Church Library: Helpful and encouraging books on the topic of disability
*If your child needs a one-on-one aide in Sunday School, it would be helpful for you to fill out a Family Registration Form and a Student/Child Information Form.
Ways to Connect
Special Events Notification: Contact Penny Hanlon (317-603-2653) if you would like to receive notice of gatherings and special events as well as ministry updates and information.
Volunteer Opportunities
Sunday School Aide: Serve as a one-on-one aide in a Sunday School class helping a student to build friendships and know Jesus.* (special children waiting for a one-on-one aide in Sunday School)
Volunteer in Various Roles: Help with events, correspondence, and other ministry activities. If you are interested in volunteering, learn about how you can get involved.
*Training and support are provided for Aide positions and volunteers.
