Disability Engagement
At Bay Pres, we believe every person is made in the image of God and worthy of dignity, care, and belonging. Our disability engagement ministry seeks to meet each individual at the point of their need, creating spaces where they can experience God’s love and grow in faith.
Sunday Mornings and Beyond
From Sunday School to discipleship groups, our goal is to provide kids and adults with disabilities the opportunity to engage with the gospel and grow in faith. Our Lakeview Sensory Room (for kids) and In His Image classroom (for teens/adults) meet during both the 9:00 and 10:30 service hours on Sundays. Our team will work with your family to prepare a customized care plan to make your student’s time with us safe and full of joy as they learn about Jesus.
Chosen & Able is a welcoming space for teens and adults with disabilities to connect, learn and grow together as we share a meal, build friendships, and explore what it means to follow Jesus in our daily lives. Each gathering includes dinner and an accessible, engaging Bible study designed to encourage belonging and meaningful participation.
Nearly every month the disability ministry offers events such as Respite, CRAVE and Game Night designed to provide places of belonging with sensory and support needs in mind.
Our facilities are fully-accessible and have a dedicated fully-accessible restroom with universal size changing table.
Please get in touch with us so we can build a customized plan for your family in our specialized environments and in the full life of our church.
Monthly & Quarterly Events
Chosen & Able
Chosen & Able is a welcoming space for teens and adults with disabilities to connect, learn and grow together as we share a meal, build friendships, and explore what it means to follow Jesus in our daily lives. Each gathering includes dinner and an accessible, engaging Bible study designed to encourage belonging and meaningful participation.
Respite (0 - 14years)
Throughout the year we offer Respite Events (for families with kids with disabilities ages 14 and under and their siblings). These events are free, but registration is required and spaces fill up quickly.
CRAVE (teens & adults)
CRAVE is our new quarterly community event for teens and young adults with disabilities that provides a time for guests and their buddies to hangout and play games, sing karaoke, and engage in a service project.
Game Night
Learn something new or play your favorite game; we have dozens of board games and card games. This free event is open to all, especially teens and young adults affected by disability.
Support Group (Parents & Caregivers)
Wherever you are in your parenting/caregiving journey, come find community with people who get it. This Support & Community Group meets in-person the first Tuesday evening of each month in the Family Room at BPC.
CRAVE
CRAVE is a special evening designed for teens and adults ages 15 and up, hosted by Bay Presbyterian Church’s Disability Ministry. Guests and their buddies will gather around the table for a Friendsgiving dinner, followed by games, activities and a time of worship together. Like our Respite events, CRAVE is completely free to attend, but advance registration is required.
For Guests
Join us Friday, November 13 from 6:00–8:00 PM for an evening of food, friendship and fun. Guest registration will be open November 1–8.
For Volunteers
Help us create a safe, welcoming and joy-filled evening for every guest! Volunteers are needed to serve as buddies, help with dinner, lead activity stations and support the event in a variety of ways. Volunteers will serve from 5:45–8:00 PM and enjoy dinner alongside our guests. Volunteer registration will be open October 26–November 9.
Fall Respite
Fall Respite is a free evening designed to support families impacted by disability while creating a fun, engaging experience for kids and volunteers alike. Children with special needs, along with their siblings, are welcomed for an evening of activities and connection while parents and caregivers enjoy a well-deserved break. Registration is required for both guests and volunteers.
For Guests
Respite is open to children from birth through age 14 with special needs and their siblings. Each guest is paired with a volunteer buddy and will enjoy a variety of fun, engaging activities throughout the evening while parents and caregivers take some time to rest and recharge. Fall Respite is Friday, October 16 from 6:00–8:30 PM. Guest registration will be open October 4–8.
For Volunteers
Help us create a safe, welcoming and fun evening for every family! Volunteers are needed to serve as buddies, help with activity stations, welcome guests, serve as door guards and support the event in a variety of ways. Volunteers will serve from 5:30–8:30 PM, including pre-event training and pizza. Volunteer registration will be open September 24–October 12.
Night to Shine
979 host churches. 76 countries. 120,000 Kings & Queens celebrated. 210,000 volunteers who said “yes.”
Night to Shine 2026 reminded us that every person is royalty in God’s Kingdom — seen, celebrated, and crowned with dignity.
Let’s keep shining. Registration for the February 12, 2027 Night to Shine will open in mid-November.
Want to Make a Difference?
Partner with our disability engagement ministry or connect with our team. There are many ways you can plug in to this vibrant ministry, whether serving on a Sunday morning or volunteering for an event.
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