Body of christ Quote by Amy Fenton Lee
““The big-picture goal of a church's special needs ministry is to facilitate a sense of belonging inside the bigger body of Christ. Our best indicator of success is when we see a student with special needs feeling accepted, comfortable and open to the church's influence in their life. - Katie Garvert””
About This Quote
Source Speech: Special Needs Ministry Conference, 2021
The goal of a church's special needs ministry is to make individuals feel belonging and open to influence.
In simple terms: Create belonging for special needs within the church.
Foster inclusive community.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- church programs
- family outreach
- school partnerships
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can churches better support special needs?
- What signals true belonging?
Success measured by feelings of acceptance, not just attendance.