Included Special Needs
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If the below frequently asked questions do not answer what you are looking for, please email the Included Special Needs team at included@fmcm.org.

What is the Included Special Needs Ministry?

The Included Special Needs Ministry is designed to accommodate people of all ages, abilities, and needs.

What is the vision of the Included Ministry?

To provide a safe and loving environment geared towards meeting the needs of our participants while they learn about Jesus, make and form new friendships, and establish life skills.

What is the age group for Included vs Included Jr?

Our Included ministry is for adults with special needs aged 18 years and older, and our Included Jr ministry is for children from Kindergarten to 12th grade.

What does weekend worship look like?

We offer weekly Bible Studies for both the Included and the Included Jr. Ministries.

Our Included Bible Study is on Saturdays at 6:00 pm. We participate in worship music in the Sanctuary, receive communion, and engage in Bible study with a short developmentally appropriate discussion.

Our Included Jr. Bible Study is on Sundays at 11:00 am.  We participate in a Bible study curriculum designed to meet our participants’ needs and where they are, while creating a sensory-friendly space and calming environment to worship.

What does weekday programming look like?

We offer weekday programming for our Included and Included Jr.  participants to socialize, develop life skills, and grow in faith. All of our weekly programming is designed to meet our participants where they are and provide a safe, loving, sensory-friendly atmosphere.

Does my family or I need to be a Methodist or a member of First Methodist Mansfield to join Included?

No, all participants and families are welcome to participate in Included, regardless of denomination or membership status. We invite everyone to join our programs and be a part of our community.

How can I get more involved in the Included Ministry?

We would love to have you serve anytime you can. Our friends enjoy meeting new people and having someone to visit with.

Reach out to the Included Special Needs Team for more information at included@fmcm.org. We would love to talk with you!

Or fill out the Volunteer Interest Form to get more information on how you can make a difference.

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