Matthew's Ministry
Awareness, outreach and support for persons with special needs and their families.
It is our desire to show the love of God to all people and to incorporate them into the life of the church.
Our child has a place where he can be himself and where he can feel loved. He is learning about God and creating his faith journey through that. It's such a relief to have Matthew's Ministry here.Montera Jurascheks
Our Purpose
Matthew’s Ministry supports, empowers and encourages individuals of all abilities to become deeply committed Christians by knowing, loving and serving God.
At Resurrection Leawood, we have just moved into a new space in Building B that will allow us to better meet the needs of our Matthew's Ministry participants.
Matthew's Ministry Programs
Family Night Out
West Program
Family Night Out offers an evening of respite for parents and caregivers while also offering an evening of fun for those with special needs. Participants are paired with volunteers to enjoy dinner, games, crafts and a movie. All ages are welcome to register as well as siblings of children with special needs.
Family Night Out is offered one Saturday evening each month, 5-8 pm.
For questions about Family Night Out call Christie Walker at (913) 627-9656, or email using the form below.
Angel Care
West Program
Angel Care Providers are available during worship services. We invite all individuals with special needs to attend for quality care during worship service. We also provide one-on-one, individual care for participants, allowing them to join classroom activities or interact solely with Angel Care Providers.
For more information, email Christie Walker.
For questions about Angel Care call Christie Walker at (913) 627-9656, or email using the form below.
Pastor Adam and the Phillips on Matthew’s Ministry
Upcoming Events
We'd love to have you join us at any of our upcoming Matthew's Ministry events!
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The Matthew's Ministry Team
Jennifer Ross
Director of Matthew's Ministry
Jennifer has served as the Director of Matthew’s Ministry, the Special Needs Ministry of the United Methodist Church of the Resurrection for 15 years. Matthew's Ministry offers a comprehensive special needs ministry which includes one-on-one Sunday school... Keep ReadingJennifer Ross
Director of Matthew's Ministry
Jennifer has served as the Director of Matthew’s Ministry, the Special Needs Ministry of the United Methodist Church of the Resurrection for 15 years. Matthew's Ministry offers a comprehensive special needs ministry which includes one-on-one Sunday school assistance, family respite nights, Scout Troops, a hand bell choir, an employment training program and a weekday learning program for adults with intellectual disability. The weekday learning program also runs the Sonflower Bakery, known for selling delicious baked goods. Jennifer also serves as Education Chairperson for the Kansas City Down Syndrome Guild and serves on the board of Inclusion Connections which provides day services and operates a dog treat business. Jennifer has degree in special education and thirty years of experience working with individuals with special needs in schools, state facilities, colleges, and churches. Jennifer’s next dream is to build a boating facility and provide a nautical experience for people with special needs and their families.
Contact Jennifer Ross at (913) 544-0295
or email using the form below.