Promoting access, inclusion and full participation of people with disabilities within the church.

The Disability Ministries Committee of the United Methodist Church is a ministry partner with the General Commission on Race and Religion. Our mission is to lead the denomination in creating a culture where people with disabilities are fully included in all aspects of worship, leadership, ministry, and mission, through advocacy, education, and empowerment. The DMC will continue our work to: Provide grants to help our UMC churches, agencies, and affiliated organizations remove architectural and attitudinal barriers to full participation by people with disabilities, Develop relevant resources and training to equip churches and other entities for ministry with people with disabilities and their families, Provide a website, newsletter, and social media engagement, Advocate for and with persons with disabilities, and Hold the UMC accountable for living into the mandates found in our Books of Discipline and Resolutions.

United Methodist congregations and entities will be equipped to be barrier-free places that offer welcome and true belonging for those of us with disabilities. People with disabilities will take their rightful place in leadership, mission, and ministry, recognized as a valued part of the rich tapestry of creation, equally loved and valued by God.