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All God's Children-- Special Needs Worship

All God's Children
An ecumenical worship service for special needs kids & their families 


Tailored to short attention spans and a wide-range of physical and emotional abilities, our All God’s Children service is a lively combination of music, prayer, Bible stories, movement and Communion.  The essential message of God's love and joy for all is presented in a simplified, meaningful way that fosters inclusion. Our doors are open for all to experience the love and acceptance Christianity.


Join us for a non-denominational Christian service designed to engage children, with Autism, ADHD, ADD, Down Syndrome or any other developmental, emotional or physical challenges.

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  • Widest range of behaviors acceptable; sitting still and keeping quiet are not required

  • Short service, no longer than 30 minutes.

  • Optional Holy Communion (gluten-free wafers available)

  • Parent(s)/aides/siblings/relatives attend with children

  • All participation optional; guided by each child’s ability and interest 

  • Wheelchair accessible


October 2012 – June 2013
3rd Sunday of the Month; Worship at Noon
Refreshments 12:00-12:30 pm


“We hadn't been back in church in quite some time.  It was great to come back 'home', as I call it.  The boys enjoyed the fact that they didn't have to be quiet, and it was much less stressful not to argue with them to sit still." Tara who attended with her entire family, including a son with ADHD to the All God’s Children service at Christ Church Budd Lake. (All Saints’ service is based on their program.)

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Come and pray for healing, for strength, for progress, for enlightenment!

Worship starts at Noon:
October 19, 2012; November 18; December 16; January 20, 2013; February 17; March 17; April 21; May 19; June 16

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