Heart of Jesus
Heart of Jesus
Heart of Jesus is our ministry to families with children and young adults who are experiencing physical, intellectual, or emotional challenges due to disability or adverse life circumstances. Our desire is to make it possible for all families at Trinity to worship and participate as part of the Body of Christ; we do this by integrating those with special needs or emotional challenges into our children’s, youth and young adult programs by working directly with each ministry team to implement adaptations, and in some cases, assign a one-on-one “buddy.”
If you are a parent and feel your child could use extra support or assistance while at Trinity, please reach out and we will come up with a plan to help!
If you are a member of Trinity and want to serve in this ministry, please contact us to express your interest in serving.
For more information about Heart of Jesus, please contact Kevin.
“And the King will answer them, ‘Truly, I say to you, as you did it to one of the least of these My brothers, you did it to Me.’” Matthew 25:40
One-on-One Buddies
At Trinity, we understand some children and young adults need one-on-one assistance in order to participate in age-appropriate classes and programs. We do our best to pair caring, background-checked “buddies” whenever needed in our Children’s and Student Ministries (0-18 yrs). While it may take some time to find a servant who is the “perfect fit,” we happily work alongside parents to understand the unique needs and requirements of each individual.
HOJ Small Group
Sundays
11:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Led by Tim and Susi Fickling, this small group, intended for young adults 18 and older who are experiencing disability, meets in the Church Office Workroom during the 11:00 worship celebration. The small group provides students with a chance to fellowship and share prayer requests, as well review and discuss the morning’s sermon with the group leaders. Students are encouraged to attend the 8:00 or 9:30 worship celebration before coming.
To learn more, contact Kevin.
Heart of Jesus
Respite Events
Several times per year, we offer an afternoon or evening out for families experiencing extra challenges, providing them with a few hours away while their child is having fun in a safe and loving environment. In addition to parents of children experiencing disability, we are also offer respite to single parents and parents providing foster/adoptive care.
Heart of Jesus Family Fellowship
Occasionally, we hold gatherings for Heart of Jesus families and servants for a time of fellowship and connection. These events provide families with the opportunity to get to know the buddies who are faithfully serving our Trinity Kids each week and enjoy a meal, conversation, and fellowship together. Keep an eye out for future HOJ Family Fellowship events!
