I strongly reaffirm the right of persons with disabilities to receive the sacraments, like all other members of the church.”
Pope Francis
Adapted Religious Education
There are several special religious education program models available depending upon the needs of your parish. Training is available through the Disabilities Ministry for religious education directors and catechists upon request.
USCCB Documents
Supports for individuals with developmental disabilities:
NCPD Council on Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities
- https://ncpd.org/adapted-faith-formation
- https://ncpd.org/catecheticalpublishers
- https://www.pflaum.com/together-in-jesus-first-reconciliation-videos/
Ministerio Hispano
- https://ncpd.org/es/inicio
- https://udayton.edu/artssciences/ctr/ipi/inclusive_catechesis_resources/books.php
Supports for individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing:
Support for Individuals who are blind or have vision loss:
- Xavier Society for the Blind
- Large print Lectionary and Sacramentary from the National Catholic Partnership on Disability
- Assistance with securing religious materials in braille is available upon request.
Forms
Disabilities Ministry Checklist for Parish Facilities
Content Type: DOC
Last Updated: December 15, 2020
Individual Religious Educational Plan – English
Content Type: PDF
Last Updated: December 15, 2020
Individual Religious Educational Plan – Spanish
Content Type: PDF
Last Updated: December 15, 2020
Welcome Bulletin Announcement in English, Spanish, Vietnamese
Content Type: DOC
Last Updated: December 15, 2020
Welcome to Our Parish – English and Spanish
Content Type: ZIP
Last Updated: December 15, 2020
The Archdiocese of Atlanta welcomes all to our parishes and events.
The Disabilities Ministry will assist with arrangements of accommodations for special needs, provided requests are submitted in advance.
To request information or assistance, please contact Maggie Rousseau: mrousseau@archatl.com.
