Christian Disabilities Ministries
Interdenominational
The Ecumenical Disability Advocates Network (EDAN) is a decentralized ministry which supports the work of individuals, churches and church organizations concerned with issues affecting disabled people globally.
L’Arche International
L’Arche establishes communities and community living settings around the world which build relationships between people with and without intellectual disabilities. Originally from a Roman Catholic tradition, faith and spirituality are essential elements in these communities. See also the related Faith and Light International.
Friendship Ministries is an international, inter-denominational ministry to help equip churches to include people with intellectual disabilities in the life of the church. They publish an extensive collection of printed resources.
Joni and Friends sponsors an extensive set of programs to advance their mission “to communicate the Gospel and equip Christ-honoring Churches worldwide to evangelize and disciple people affected by disabilities.”
All Belong
All Belong Center for Inclusive Education, formerly the Christian Learning Center, then the CLC Network, equips congregations and schools to glorify God through purposeful, innovative inclusion of persons with varied abilities..
Lift Disability Network
Lift Disability Network is designed to “Elevate Life in the Disability Family.” Its Mission is “Inspiring individuals and families living with disabilities to discover a new vision for their future.”
Walk Right In Ministries
Walk Right In Ministries equips people to connect and grow in Christ-centered communities while discovering adventure in life’s challenges.
Rejoicing Spirits is an innovative ministry that works to enrich the faith lives of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, their families and friends by providing resources, support and coaching to help congregations include people with disabilities as active and valued members.