Joni and Friends Louisiana

We envision a world where every person with a disability finds hope, dignity, and their place in the body of Christ.

Joni and Friends Louisiana

We envision a world where every person with a disability finds hope, dignity and their place in the body of Christ.

Reach

We reach out to families living with disability with Gospel-adorned hope.

Care

We extend Gospel-centered care through Community Support, Respite, Retreats and Getaways, and Crisis Response.

Connect

We connect families with Christ-honoring, disability friendly churches where they find a place of belonging.

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Send the hope of Christ and practical care to people living with disability!

Leadership

Martie Kwasny

Regional Operations Director

Having directed the Joni and Friends Mississippi office since 2008, Martie now oversees the ministry’s MississippiLouisiana, Alabama, and Florida teams. Martie holds a B.S. in Special Education and an M.A. in Counseling. In her work she harnesses her love of teaching and counseling to serve individuals and families touched by disability. She is a gifted leader, visionary, and catalyst, with a passionate dedication to advance the kingdom of God in this world of suffering.

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Joni and Friends volunteers make 98% of our ministry programming happen! Join us to bring hands-on help and Gospel hope to people with disabilities, at home and across the globe.

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Prayer and Praise

We invite you to join us in prayer for our ministry activities and outreaches.

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Partner Organizations:

 

Epilepsy Alliance Louisiana
epilepsylouisiana.org

Fellowship Church Ascension
(Unlimited Ministry)
fcascension.com

First Baptist Church Covington
(Special Friends)
fbccov.org

Old Zion Hill Baptist Church
(Uniquely Blessed)
ozhbc.com

BIALA
(Brain Injury Association of Louisiana)
Biala.org

Istrouma Baptist Church
Istrouma.org

 

We equip our interns to become leaders and advocates for people living with disabilities around the world.

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Every manual wheelchair donated is the opportunity for someone to experience the love and hope of Jesus Christ!

Your tax-deductible donation of mobility equipment provides an opportunity for someone to attend school, church, and become part of their community.

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Find your calling through a career at Joni and Friends!

You can help us create a world where every person with a disability finds hope, dignity, and their place in the body of Christ…

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