Matthew's Ministry
Awareness, outreach, and support ministry for individuals with special needs and their families!
Welcome to Matthew's Ministry
Matthew’s Ministry strives to support, empower, and encourage individuals of all abilities to become deeply committed Christians by knowing, loving, and serving God.
It is our desire to show the love of God to all people and to incorporate them into the life of the church.
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Contact Us
email us for more information on how to get involved!
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@matthews_ministry
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Upcoming Events & Announcements
Special Baptism Service
Sunday, February 23 | 1:30 PM | Wesley Chapel at Resurrection Leawood
People of all ages and abilities can be baptized or remember their baptism at Resurrection. Matthew’s Ministry is offering a special baptism service on February 23. Contact Lily Caudill if your participant is interested!
March Family Night Out at West
Saturday, March 8 | Volunteer Arrival 4:30 PM | Participant Arrival 5 PM | Resurrection West
Join us for a Shamrockin' Spring Fling at West on March 8! Registration required.
For participant registration, contact Lily Caudill or Alyssa Rousseau.
Register to volunteer by clicking here or the button below.
March Family Night Out at Leawood
Saturday, March 29 | Volunteer Arrival 4:30 PM | Participant Arrival 5 PM | The Foundry at Resurrection Leawood
It's a luau party at Matthew's Ministry Family Night Out on Saturday, March 29! Registration required.
For participant registration, contact Lily Caudill.
Register to volunteer by clicking here or the button below.
Ron Sandison Event
Saturday, April 5 | 10 AM | Resurrection Leawood
Families, care providers, and practitioners are invited for an insightful and inspiring event featuring Ron Sandison, a minister, author, and speaker with autism.
Sponsors – please register HERE.
Attendees – please register HERE.
Sonflower Ringers Spring Concert
Sunday, April 13 | 3 PM | The Foundry at Resurrection Leawood
Enjoy the beautiful music from our talented Sonflower Ringers! This inclusive bell choir group will be performing on Sunday, April 13 at 1:30 pm in the Foundry. Free and open to the public.
April Family Night Out at Leawood
Saturday, April 26 | Volunteer Arrival 4:30 PM | Participant Arrival 5 PM | The Foundry at Resurrection Leawood
Join us for our Easter celebration Family Night Out on Saturday, April 26! Registration required.
For participant registration, contact Lily Caudill.
Register to volunteer by clicking here or the button below.
May Family Night Out at West
Saturday, May 3 | Volunteer Arrival 4:30 PM | Participant Arrival 5 PM | Resurrection West
Join us for a Fiesta with Friends at West on May 3! Registration required.
For participant registration, contact Lily Caudill or Alyssa Rousseau.
Register to volunteer by clicking here or the button below.
The Story of Matthew's Ministry
Ann and Jerry Joyner share the origin story of Matthew’s Ministry. If you’re interested in learning more about how you can get involved, click the button below.
Groups & Programs
Volunteer Opportunities
Matthew’s Ministry would not be possible without the help from our dedicated volunteers. Not only will you be a blessing to a Matthew’s Ministry family, but the joy you will receive from such an opportunity is priceless!
Family Night Out is a respite event that occurs once a month on a Saturday evening. Numerous volunteers are needed to make our events a success! Volunteers are paired with participants with special needs (or a sibling) for a themed night of dinner, crafts, games and other activities. For more information, contact Lily Caudill.
Join us for our upcoming events at Leawood:
- 3/29: Luau – register to volunteer HERE!
- 4/26: Easter celebration – register to volunteer HERE!
- 6/4: Talent Show – register to volunteer HERE!
- 7/26: TBD – register to volunteer HERE!
- 8/23: End of Summer Celebration – register to volunteer HERE!
Join us for our upcoming events at West (Olathe):
New Participant Involvement
Are you interested in getting your participant with special needs involved at Matthew’s Ministry? We would love to get you connected! Fill out an interest form by clicking the button below.
Matthew's Ministry Videos
Matthew's Ministry Videos
Matthew’s Ministry Team
Debbie Hayes
Special Needs Care Associate, Leawood
Lori Ebner
Senior Special Needs Care Associate, Leawood
Sara Heath
Special Needs Care Associate, Leawood
Ann Joyner
Matthew's Mom & Ministry Advocate
Interested in being a care provider?
Are you interested in babysitting or being a care provider for a child, youth or adult with special needs? One of the biggest asks by our families is for quality care providers – whether it be for an occasional night out, after school care, transportation to/from events, or just a friend to hang out with!
We would love to get you connected with a family! Fill out an interest form by clicking the button below.
Community Resources
Matthew's Ministry Merch
Have you seen our new Matthew’s Ministry t-shirts and sweatshirts? Available for pick-up at The Well Bookstore (at Resurrection Leawood) or shipping for a small fee. Purchase yours today and show your support for Matthew’s Ministry!
