About Joni and Friends

Since 1979 Joni and Friends has committed to reaching and serving people with disabilities with practical help and the saving love of Jesus. The Joni and Friends International Disability Center in Agoura Hills, California serves as the administrative hub for ministry programs around the world. With every wheelchair and Bible delivered, every retreat and respite event held, and every church mobilized to integrate and honor people with disabilities, Joni and Friends follows the call of Jesus found in Luke 14.
14 Sep

The Wolfs Come to Visit!

By |2016-09-14T00:00:00-07:00September 14, 2016|News|

Our good friends, Jay and Katherine Wolf, came by the IDC a few weeks ago – they have a remarkable story that involves deep suffering and healing hope (shortly after ...

12 Sep

Finding Peace in Pain

By |2016-09-12T00:00:00-07:00September 12, 2016|News|

I never really know when the pain in my hip and back will start growling, but when it does… it can hit hard.  Like this past weekend.  But God gave ...

10 Sep

A Spectacle of Glory

By |2026-01-06T11:04:34-08:00September 10, 2016|News|

Every Christian wonders, Exactly why did God create me?  Well, God created you for one purpose, and that is to showcase His glory – He wants you to enjoy it, ...

7 Sep

Start with Hello

By |2016-09-07T00:00:00-07:00September 7, 2016|News|

When Maddy started third grade, she didn’t have any friends. She was sad and lonely until one day, something special happened. Watch the video about Maddy to find out what ...

7 Sep

Yes, I Can!

By |2016-09-07T00:00:00-07:00September 7, 2016|News|

People with disabilities often hear "No, you can't" when it comes to living in the mainstream of life. It's why I love stories of people who break the barriers, crack ...

2 Sep

Children are Welcome!

By |2025-06-10T14:49:17-07:00September 2, 2016|News|

At the International Disability Center, we love welcoming visitors! I especially enjoy sharing my story with boys and girls – it’s always a great opportunity to raise a little disability ...

2 Sep

Don’t be Nice

By |2016-09-02T00:00:00-07:00September 2, 2016|Uncategorized|

That doesn’t sound right, does it? Don’t be nice?!? Aren’t we supposed to be nice? Nope! The Bible never says we’re supposed to be nice. Instead, the Bible uses words ...

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