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Joni and Friends Ohio is honored to serve Ohio, Eastern Indiana, Western Pennsylvania, West Virginia, and the country of El Salvador.
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2682 N Columbus Street, Suite C
Lancaster, OH 43130
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(614) 861-8920
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Jamia Cinelli
Area Director
Having worked with churches and individuals with disabilities for over 30 years, Jamia wants all individuals and families living with disability to know they are created in God’s image and loved by him. Jamia leads the team in Ohio with passion and commitment to share the Gospel with as many people as possible, especially those with disabilities. In addition to her passion for the Gospel, Jamia passionately loves her family and music.
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Ashland Special Needs – Called and Chosen Respite Ashland Special Needs Ministry will be partnering with two churches to provide respite care for families with children with disabilities. Called and Chosen Respite will be a night out for parents, grandparents, or guardians who have children with disabilities of any age. This night is also for the siblings to attend so that the parents have a true night out! Called and Chosen Respites will include: A healthy dinner, a volunteer to be your loved one’s buddy, crafts, stories, gym time, and free play. Drop Off @4:30 Pick Up @7:30
Bay Presbyterian – Bay Pres hosts a variety of events and programming for individuals and families with disabilities, including: Respite, Game Night, CRAVE, Night to Shine, parent support groups, and Sunday morning classes.
Christian Community Church – UNHINDERED provides an adult support group and a children’s Social Group for families touched by autism. Both groups meet on the second Tuesday of every month from 6:30 – 8pm.
Columbus Vineyard – Join the Special Needs Ministry on the 4th Thursday of every month from 7-8:30pm for an inclusive worship experience with no shushing allowed! Joyful Noise is designed for individuals and families affected by disability and welcomes people of all ages. We will worship, share in a short devotional, pray and just hang hang out together. You don’t want to miss this special time!
Even If Ministries – Even If is an international ministry for women living with disability. In 2020, at the height of the pandemic, Even If was born with the dream to connect disabled women from around the world to experience God’s love together & combat the loneliness that comes with living with disability.
Freedom Fellowships – Our goal is to provide a monthly event that both parents and children look forward to! We want to provide parents with the gift of time and rest. Your children will be given 1-on-1 attention from a personal buddy and get to be included in activities that are tailored to meet their needs. Our adult participants will have the opportunity to engage in fellowship in a welcoming and inclusive environment.
Key Ministry – Key Ministry promotes meaningful connection between churches and families of kids with disabilities for the purpose of making disciples of Jesus Christ.
Luke 5 Adventures – Luke 5 Adventures is a global fellowship of friends helping those impacted by disability experience the love of Christ through outdoor adventure.
Northgate Church – Monthly respite night: 238 West View Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15229; (412) 931-6016
North Way Christian Community – Sewickley Valley Campus – This event is open to families who have children in grades kindergarten through 12th grade. It will take place from 5:00pm – 8:00pm at our Sewickley Valley location. Parents will be able to drop off all children (neurotypical or neurodiverse) and encouraged to get dinner nearby. The evening will be fun and dinner, activities, and more will be provided.
Reynoldsburg Community Church – Our Joyful Noise worship service is held on the third Wednesday of each month at 6:30pm in Kirsch Hall. This is a celebration and worship gathering for young adults and children with special needs and circumstances. We’ll enjoy music, a story or learning activity, and prayer circle. Let’s have fun together and joyfully share our love for the Lord!
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Your tax-deductible donation of mobility equipment provides an opportunity for someone to attend school, church, and become part of their community.
Join our Luke 14 Friends to help every person with a disability experience the love of Jesus and realize their value in him, while helping care for their immediate physical needs.
Your monthly partnership will transform more hearts with an eternal impact as you help those with disabilities find mobility, dignity, and hope.
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