The Accessibility Ministry exists to make the gospel and our ministries available to all, and to remind our church that everyone has a seat at God’s table: everyone belongs.
“…you will always have a seat at my table…” (2 Samuel 9:7b)
In 2 Samuel 9, we read the story of Mephibosheth. When Mephibosheth was five years old, his father Jonathan was killed in battle. Fearing that the Philistines would seek to take the life of the young boy, a nurse fled with him to the royal residence, but in her haste she dropped him and both of his feet were crippled (2 Samuel 4:4). But King David took special care of Mephibosheth. He vowed his service to the young boy, and promised that as long as he lived, Mephibosheth would have a seat at the King’s table (2 Samuel 9:7,13).
If you or your family member would benefit from special accessibility or accommodations at Eastbrook, whether that is due to a disability, neurodivergence, or anything else, please fill out the form below and our team will be in touch.
FAST provides prayer, encouragement, fellowship, education, and resources to families that God has given the privilege of joining in His work by fostering and adopting His children. We meet biweekly with activities ranging from a book study to guest speakers to special family events. 2nd & 4th Sundays at 9:30 am in Room B225
For Kids with Special Needs (Birth-Gr. 12):
We exist to make the Gospel and our NextGen ministries accessible to all children and students. Through inclusive programming, carefully-crafted accommodation plans, and one-on-one buddy pairs, the team works to support our differently-abled friends, and encourage all families that no matter their child’s needs—Eastbrook can be a place for them to know the love of Jesus and find community.
Each Sunday, we have a Sunday school class for adults with disabilities. Students pray, read the Bible, and have lessons that they often act out.
Sundays at 9:30 am in Room B228
Accessibility Parent Support Group
This parent Bible Study is a once-a-month meeting for parents who have children of any age with special needs of any kind. We gather to learn from God’s Word and to encourage one another. No preparation is required to attend—just come as often as you are able!
3rd Sundays of the month at 9:30 am in Room B225
Upcoming Events:
Click here to view a calendar of upcoming events in the Accessibility & Belonging Ministry, including the regular groups described above as well as special events.
Contact Us:
Pastor Laure Herlinger Sr, Director, NextGen Ministry lherlinger@eastbrook.org 414.228.5220 x245
Mike Borst Foster/Adoption Support Team (FAST) FAST@eastbrook.org 414.418.0437
Kim Borst Foster/Adoption Support Team (FAST) FAST@eastbrook.org 414.418.0437
