A Ministry to Those with Special Needs

In April of 2003, Sugar Creek began a new ministry focused on meeting the needs of children with special needs. “The Open Door” is a ministry with both children and parents in mind. With over 6,000 children registered in special needs programs through our local school districts, we know the challenges of many parents around us are more than they can bear alone. The Open Door is designed to come alongside parents and minister to them by helping to meet the extraordinary demands of raising a child who is differently abled.

We have fully-equipped special needs classrooms developed to provide an environment for learning and exploration. Loving volunteers are present each Sunday morning to meet the requirements for special needs care. The Open Door is always in need of additional volunteers. If you would like to explore the volunteer opportunities in The Open Door, please contact Barbara Waldhuber. 

Currently, the special needs ministry provides care every Sunday morning, and through the following Open Door activities:

• Vacation Bible School for Special Needs
• Break-Out: Friday night respite care (3rd Friday each month)

For more information on special needs events, check the children’s ministry event calendar or contact Barbara Waldhuber at bwaldhuber@sugarcreek.net