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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Upcoming Events & Announcements
Summer Activities
Resurrection Leawood
Join us for our 2025 Summer Activities! These are various activities for offered throughout the summer for individuals of all ages with special needs. Registration required and a fee for each activity. For more details visit the page here.
Register to volunteer by clicking here or the button below.
June Family Night Out at Leawood
Saturday, June 28 | Volunteer Arrival 4:30 PM | Participant Arrival 5 PM | The Foundry at Resurrection Leawood
Join us for our annual Talent Show Family Night Out on Saturday, June 28! You won't want to miss the amazing talents performed by our participants. Registration required.
Participant registration opens two weeks prior to the event. For participant registration, contact Marna Terblanche.
Register to volunteer by clicking here or the button below.
Vacation Bible Camp
July 14 - 17 | Leawood, West, Overland Park, Brookside
July 14-15 | Downtown, Blue Springs, Liberty, Spring Hill
Matthew's Ministry can provide support for children with special needs while they attend camp.
Register as a "Special Needs Support" volunteer to help a kid with special needs have a great week at camp!
Register for VBC by clicking here or the button below.
July Family Night Out at Leawood
Saturday, July 26 | Volunteer Arrival 4:30 PM | Participant Arrival 5 PM | The Foundry at Resurrection Leawood
Join us for our monthly Family Night Out on Saturday, July 26! Registration required.
Participant registration opens two weeks prior to the event. For participant registration, contact Marna Terblanche.
Register to volunteer by clicking here or the button below.
August Family Night Out at Leawood
Saturday, August 23 | Volunteer Arrival 4:30 PM | Participant Arrival 5 PM | The Foundry at Resurrection Leawood
Join us for an end of Summer Celebration Family Night Out on Saturday, August 23! Registration required.
Participant registration opens two weeks prior to the event. For participant registration, contact Lily Caudill.
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!
Step 1: Fill Out a Volunteer Interest Form
Fill out a form to indicate your interest and in which Matthew’s Ministry programs you would like to get involved: click here.
Step 2: Complete a Volunteer Application
Complete Resurrection’s Volunteer Application and select “Special Needs Ministry” as your area of interest: click here.
Family Night Out Volunteers
Volunteers are paired with a participant with special needs or a sibling for a themed evening with dinner, crafts, games and activities. There are also opportunities to help in the kitchen or with crafts and activities. Available monthly on a Saturday evening at Resurrection Leawood and Resurrection West.
Questions? Contact Lily Caudill.
West
Join us for our upcoming events at Resurrection West (Olathe):
- 6/21: Serve Saturday
Angel Care Support Volunteers
Angel Care Support volunteers provide direct support for a child or student with special needs while they attend Resurrection Kids or Resurrection Students programming with their typical peers; or help in the Angel Care sensory room for participants of all ages needing specialty care. Available on Sundays at 9 am or 11 am, and Wednesday evenings at all Resurrection locations.
Questions? Contact Lily Caudill.
Sunday Group Volunteers
Sunday Group volunteers join in fellowship with students and adults with special needs as they engage in worship and an adapted Bible lesson. Volunteers are welcome to lead the group lesson or simply join for engagement and fellowship with participants. Available on Sundays at 11 am or 5 pm at Resurrection Leawood.
Questions? Contact Lily Caudill.
Drama Club Volunteers
Drama Club volunteers help to engage students and adults with special needs in the performing arts and theater during weekly rehearsals as well as various productions. Available Monday evenings at Resurrection Leawood.
Questions? Contact Marna Terblanche.
Sonflower Ringers Volunteers
Sonflower Ringers volunteers help assist the inclusive hand bell choir composed of adults with special needs during the weekly rehearsals and various productions. Available Sundays at Resurrection Leawood.
Questions? Contact Marna Terblanche.
Sonflower Bakery Volunteers
Sonflower Bakery volunteers assist adults with special needs in the bakery to make baked goods. Available Monday through Friday at Resurrection Leawood.
Questions? Contact Taylor Beashore.
Resurrection Adult Learning Program Volunteers
Resurrection Adult Learning Program volunteers join the group of adults with autism as they participate in various activities. Available at Resurrection Overland Park.
Questions? Contact Jessica Davis.
Sonflower Adult Learning Program Volunteers
Sonflower Adult Learning Program volunteers join the group of adults with special needs as they participate in various activities, including art, gardening, book club, drama, yoga. Available Monday through Friday at Resurrection Leawood.
Questions? Contact Ali Lamontagne.
Summer Activities Volunteers
Summer Activities volunteers provide support to participants with special needs of all ages as they engage in fun activities throughout the summer. Available at Resurrection Leawood and possible off-site outings. To see the list of dates and sign up to volunteer, click the link here.
Questions? Contact Lily Caudill.
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
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!
