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Special Needs

The Special Needs Ministry at Central serves to fulfill the call of Christ to love others and make disciples.

We desire to give individuals with special needs the opportunity to know Jesus Christ as their personal Savior and friend and to help everyone discover their unique set of gifts and talents which God has given us so that we may steward them well, serving others.

As a ministry we strive to meet the needs of every person, of any age who have difficulty functioning to their potential in the typical church setting. We meet these needs by offering support through inclusion across ages and abilities, unique service and equipping opportunities, continuous training for those serving in the Special Needs Ministry, sensory-specific designed classrooms and curriculum, and an environment that lets you know that your abilities do not define your potential relationship with Christ or the impact your life can have for His Kingdom.

More Information

Forms to Fill Out!

Youth

12-18yrs, 18+ Programs

Medical Release Form

Informational Packet

Children

K-5th Grade

Medical Release Form

Informational Packet

Adult

Medical Release Form

Informational Packet

Kids with Special Needs

Our ministry serves kids, Kinder through 5th grade, with special needs. During Sunday mornings and on Wednesday evenings we desire to provide the support your child may need to thrive here at Central.

Please contact the Special Needs Director prior to your first visit so we can best serve your family!

Sunday Mornings

We have inclusion opportunities, and a special needs wing which allow children with special needs to thrive in the environment that best serves them on any given Sunday.

Our main rooms are located in the main church building in our B-Wing downstairs. We serve kids in the special needs wing both hours (during the church service and life groups.)

 

The Special Needs classrooms are specially designed to accommodate those various disabilities. Some of these accommodations include: modified equipment, sensory activities, light covers/alternative lighting, an overall comfortable and safe environment, and Christ-centered multi-sensory curriculum to best minister to each child.

Wednesday Evenings

Children with special needs are supported and included into the following programs available to all K-5th graders:

Children’s Choir, 6:00-7:00 p.m., K-5th grade (school year)

Children’s Bible Study, 6:00-7:00pm, K-5th grade (summer)

 

Youth with Special Needs

Our ministry serves youth grades 6th-12th who desire to know Christ in community and fellowship alongside their peers. During Sunday mornings and on Wednesday evenings we desire to provide the assistance your teen may need to thrive here at Central.

Please contact the Special Needs Director prior to your first visit so we can best serve your family!

Sunday Mornings

We have inclusion opportunities, and a special needs wing which allow youth with special needs to thrive in the environment that best serves them on any given Sunday.

Our main rooms are located in the main church building in our B-Wing downstairs. We serves youth in special needs wing both hours (during the church service and life group!)

The Special Needs classrooms are specially designed to accommodate those various disabilities. Some of these accommodations include: modified equipment, sensory activities, light covers/alternative lighting, an overall comfortable and safe environment, and Christ-centered multi-sensory curriculum to best minister to each child.

Inclusion with Support:

Life Group hour is at 11am-12pm
Ages 6th-12th grade (including 19+ programs)
Upstairs, Student Wing

The Student Ministry meets for Life Groups upstairs in the main building and for our teens who are mainstreamed, this is where they will journey to once they connect with their buddy (if applicable).

During the Service hour, we encourage our families to worship together if your child is best served in this fashion. Many of our students with special needs serve as helpers during this hour as well in both our children’s ministry and/or special need’s ministry with an aide, alongside their typical peers who also serve.

Our focus on Sunday mornings is to provide a structured and compassionate environment to help each individual grow in their walk with Christ!

Wednesday Evenings

Teens with special needs are supported and included into the following program, available to all 6th-12th graders:

Wednesday Checkpoint: 6:00pm-7:30pm

*If you have a 6th-12th grader with special needs who desires to attend Checkpoint on Wednesday night, please contact the Special Needs Director.

Adults with Special Needs

Chosen is a unique Sunday School/Life Group class designed for adults with intellectual disabilities. This class offers fellowship, acceptance, a sense of belonging, and challenges each member as we study the Bible together, growing in relationship with Christ and with one another.

Chosen meets in Room B106 from 11am-12pm

If you are interested in joining us, let us know! You can contact Caroline at specialneeds@centralbcs with any questions.

Leaders

Facilitators – Phyllis and Marc Hodges, Dianna and Vince Lombardi

For more information contact the Special Needs Ministry Director, specialneeds@centralbcs.org

Topic

(Curriculum: Adaptations of Lifeway’s Access)

Format

Multi-sensory Approach

Monday Night Mix

The Monday Night MIX is for adults (+18 years) with special needs. Our adults meet once a month on Monday nights to fellowship, share a meal, worship, study the Word and enjoy other fun activities alongside our MIX mentors, aka our amazing adult volunteers. An RSVP is necessary at this time. Please email  specialneeds@centralbcs.org to save your spot!

When: The third Monday of every month (some months may vary, check calendar)
Where: The Grand Room (Main Building)
Time: 6:00pm-8:00pm

Loaves of Love (L.O.L)

Loaves of Love is a branch of the Special Needs Ministry designed to be both a service project and life skills opportunity for adults with intellectual disabilities.

Adults come together for 2 hours 15 min., every other week to learn valuable life and work skills with Biblical purpose. Our Chef Volunteers, aide and instruct each adult as they bake a variety of scrumptious foods. These foods are then distributed out to meet various needs in our community.

Meets the second and fourth Thursdays September through April, 10:30 am -12:45 pm in the FLC Kitchen. (Loaves of Love will not meet November 23, December 28 or March 14, and they take off May-August for the summer)

Contact the Special Needs Director for registration information or to check on space/availability left in a class: specialneeds@centralbcs.org

Flourish
Flourish is a branch of Central Church Special Needs Ministry. It exists to serve the women of the Brazos Valley area with physical and/or intellectual disabilities. Flourish’s mission is to provide a Christ centered atmosphere for these special ladies to learn new skills, while improving their self-esteem, self-confidence and physical abilities. Our goal is to establish Christian relationships built upon God’s word, enabling these ladies to live by the principles found in his Holy Bible.
Flourish meets on the first and third Tuesdays in the FLC Gathering from 1:00-2:30.  (Flourish will not meet November 21 or January 2.)

If you are interested in participating in Flourish, please contact our ministry director: specialneeeds@centralbcs.org

Fall semester kicks off September 19th!

Leaders

Charity Corbitt

Special Needs Coordinator

Charity Corbitt

Special Needs Coordinator
ccorbitt@centralbcs.org