Rising Above Ministries

Bringing the love of God and hope in Christ to special-needs families with support, encouragement inspiration, and community. Get involved today.  The mission and vision of Rising Above is to bring the love of God and hope in Christ to special-needs families with support, encouragement inspiration, and community. Rising Above Ministries was birthed in 2005,…

What is GLAD?

GLAD stands for Glenwood Learning Adventure Days.  GLAD is a mentoring program ministry of New City that is designed to reach out to the children of the surrounding community. GLAD stands for “Glenwood Learning Adventure Days”. Academically GLAD focuses on math and reading. GLAD also shares the Gospel with the children involved in the program.…

Mission to North America–Serving the Church to Advance God’s Kingdom

Different cultures coming together as one to help people in general in the mission field.  There are Parakaleo, Haitian, Korean, Midwest, Lamp, Urban and mercy, Native American and First Nations, Western region, and many more. Their calling is to serve PCA churches and presbyteries as they advance God’s Kingdom in North America by planting, growing…

Meaningful Ministry for Those with Disabilities

Stephanie Hubach, author of Same Lake Different Boat, is also mom to Tim.  Stephanie took the month of October to share some thoughts about Down Syndrome and various ways that it has impacted Tim as well as ways Tim has effected people’s view of  the abilities of someone with Down Syndrome. Post #8:  Down Syndrome…

10 Ways to Show the Love of God to Families Touched by Disability

KATIE MCVAY CAMPBELL·FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 23, 2016 John 9:2-4 “Rabbi,” his disciples asked him, “why was this man born blind? Was it because of his own sins or his parents’ sins?” “It was not because of his sins or his parents’ sins,” Jesus answered. “This happened so the power of God could be seen in him.…

Champions Club

Champions Club is a specially designed developmental area for kids, youth, and adults with special needs. Our goal was to develop a program that would meet the developmental needs of children in four important ways, SPIRITUALLY, INTELLECTUALLY, MENTALLY, and PHYSICALLY. Our focus was on spiritual growth through God’s Word, developing the intellect of each participant…

Sunday School Curriculum Pilot Project

  Do you have one or more children in your church who have mild-significantly different ability levels than their peers? Have you ever struggled with how to teach your Christian Ed curriculum to them so that they understand and learn? Have you ever wished you knew how to adapt your Sunday School lessons or make…

One Story Ministries

Teaching All of God’s Word – Biblical Resources for Church, Home, and School The philosophy of  One Story Ministries is that God’s Word is not just a collection of stories, it is the ONE story of redemption in Jesus Christ.  Covers the entire Bible, Genesis to Revelation, not just a few select stories.  Resources to…

Joni & Friends Family Retreat

Joni and Friends Family Retreats provide a lifeline to families who want hope and encouragement that will last. You and your family will be blessed, inspired, and make new friendships that will last a lifetime.  At both U.S. and International Family Retreat, special-needs families receive encouragement and care in the comfort of a safe and accessible family…