by Sharon Mager | Mar 10, 2026 | disability ministry
By Sharon Mager PORT DEPOSIT, Md. — Amber Stewart, a member of Pleasant View Baptist Church, is thrilled to have been chosen Ms. Wheelchair Maryland U.S.A. 2026. An author, artist, and herbalist, Stewart’s platform for her new role is “Expanding Community Access by...
by Sharon Mager | Feb 17, 2026 | disability ministry
New SBC Disability Ministry Emphasis Would Mobilize Entities, Conventions, Churches, WMU By Diana Chandler NASHVILLE (BP) – A new ministry emphasis to the disabled would mobilize entities, state conventions and the Woman’s Missionary Union in evangelizing those with...
by Sharon Mager | Feb 9, 2026 | disability ministry
7 Ways to Welcome Families with Disabilities to Your Church By Amber Stewart You’re a pastor or leader of a church, and your main priority is making sure that every person who steps (or rolls) inside feels welcomed and loved. Typically, showing people you’re happy...
by Sharon Mager | Oct 27, 2025 | disability ministry
Disability Ministry Homecoming Dance Brings Joy By Sharon Mager BERLIN, Md. — On Friday, Oct. 24, Berlin First Baptist Church hosted a homecoming dance for individuals with disabilities. Partnering with nearby Fathom Church, the dance was held in Fathom’s spacious...
by Sharon Mager | Oct 20, 2025 | disability ministry
Jack’s Baptism: A Story of Faith, Family, and God’s Grace By Sharon Mager When twelve-year-old Jack, a member of Lexington Park Baptist Church (LPBC), emerged from the waters of baptism, he thanked everyone, held up his hands, and yelled, “Remember everybody, God is...
by Sharon Mager | Sep 23, 2025 | disability ministry
Tom Stolle to Chair Special Needs Task Force By Diana Chandler NASHVILLE (BP) – The Southern Baptist Convention Executive Committee voted Sept. 23 to form a task force to study the availability of Special Needs Ministry resources for member churches, approving a...