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Cindy Martincindymartinstlaurence.orgEmbracing Special Needs
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“There are varieties of effects, but the same God who works all things in all persons. But to each one is given the manifestation of the Spirit for the common good.” 1 Corinthians 12:6-7
St. Laurence strives to be an inclusive and welcoming community to those parishioners who have special needs and require accommodations.
Difficult times when our schedules are affected are particularly challenging for those with Autism. Visit Amanda McGuinness's website for some real-time assistance.
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We are expanding our already flourishing Embracing Special Needs Ministry. We are seeking to provide additional support and classes for those students who present with special needs. These include students in Preschool CCE, Elementary CCE, Edge, Life Teen, First Reconciliation, First Communion, Confirmation, RCIA and possibly beyond. We are also seeking opportunities to bring an awareness of the needs that are present in our larger parish family. If you know of someone who is in need of special accommodations, due to a disability, please let us know.
If you have ideas to share or would like to be a part of this group, or if you would like
more information, please contact Cindy Martin, 281-265-5774; cindymartin@stlaurence.org, or one of the subcommittee chairs.
Mission Statement
To facilitate lifelong faith formation,
access to the graces and sacraments
of the Church, and total parish participation for every Catholic
with physical, behavioral, emotional
or cognitive disabilities.
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Steering Committee Meetings
- May 7, 2020
The Embracing Special Needs Ministry will hold its Steering Committee Meetings at 7:00 pm in room 207 of the AMC. These meetings are open to St. Laurence parishioners.
disabilitiesministry@stlaurence.org- Liturgy Subcommittee Chair- Casey Hettig- cjferry77@aol.com
- Formation Subcommittee Chair- Roland Cortez- txrcortez@earthlink.net
- Community Subcommittee Chair- Ducan McKeever- duncanmckeever@b2bcfo.com
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Do you have a child who needs Accommodations for Religious Education or sacrament Preparation?
We welcome all children and work with every family to identify the most appropriate opportunity for each child. Please contact CindyMartin@stlaurence.org.
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Be a Buddy
A Buddy provides support to a child with special needs so that they can successfully be included in CCE (religious education). Buddies could serve as a guide to a child with a visual impairment, remind a learner with high functioning Autism to wait their turn to speak, or break down instructions for a learner with Down Syndrome. This opportunity is open to adults and high school students. Buddies are needed on Tuesdays and Wednesdays during CCE classes, on Wednesday during EDGE, and on Sundays during Preschool CCE and Life Teen. Previous experience is not required. We will provide training and support.
Please contact Cindy Martin with inquiries and complete the application on our website. www.stlaurence.org/buddy-application -
Calendar
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Thursday, May 7, 7:00 PM - 8:30 PMThe Ministry with Persons with Disabilities will hold its Steering Committee Meetings at 7:00 pm in room 207 of the AMC. These meetings are open to St. Laurence parishioners.Read More
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