Meeting Us
The Southern Oregon Chapter is led by a group of volunteers who believe that all people are created in God's image and deserve a chance to express their gifts and abilities in our communities and churches.

Our Mission
We provide the necessary resources, activities, and encouragement to equip and stimulate churches for disability ministry to the individuals and families who are affected by disability.

Our Motivation
We are motivated by the unconditional love of Jesus Christ who invites all to join and enjoy their unique place in the family of God.

What We Do
We accomplish Our Mission through a variety of exciting ministry opportunities. Contact us for complete information on any of these ministries.

Special Events that encourage and support families such as “Sometimes Miracles Hide” and our annual “Celebration.”

Special Delivery care packages are given to those needing a special touch of love and encouragement.

Through the Roof (Church Disability Ministry) provides churches and pastors with resources and support to begin and maintain a thriving ministry to those affected by disability.

Come Feel What I Feel is an interactive disability awareness workshop with 12 hands on stations designed to give the participant an idea of what it’s like to live with a disability. A fun resource for your children’s program, homeschool group, or Vacation Bible School.

Wheels for the World collects wheelchairs which are restored and distributed in developing countries such as Cuba, China, Poland, and Ghana. Contact us if you can donate your manual wheelchair, walker, crutches, or canes or to receive a full listing of acceptable donations. All donations are tax deductible.

Quarterly Newsletters are filled with informative and timely articles for our Southern Oregon friends. Contact us know if you want to receive your own copy.

Prayer Support for those who want to share their praises and petitions with our prayer team.

Our Sphere of Influence
The following churches currently have disability ministry:

Ashland Bible Church Friendship Class for teens and adults with developmental disabilities. Meeting Sundays at 9:45 a.m. 400 Dead Indian Memorial Road Ashland, OR 97520 (541) 482-8644

Joy Christian Fellowship Special Needs Class - Lots of love and teaching. Meets Sundays at 10:30 - 12:30 p.m. 2715 Table Rock Road Medford, OR 97501 Contact Barbara Dottington at 664-0990 for information.

Bear Creek Church
Faye Harpe/Disability Ministry Cooridnator Phone: (541) 324-9711 Email: BCCSDM@gmail.com Website: www.bearcreekchurch.org    
Average Attendance: 200
Disability Emphasis: Mental illness, physical disabilities, developmental disabilities, learning disabilities
Facility Accessibility: 2 designated parking spaces, ramps and accessible restrooms. Chairs are removable so wheelchairs are not in the aisles and you can sit where you choose.
Disability Ministries: Bear Creek Church welcomes all members of the disability community.  Their ministry is fairly new, only being strated fall of 2008.  They're learning, growing and improving as they go.
   >Sunday School Classes: At this time they just have typical classes from Nursery-4th grade. They are willing to sit down with you and discuss the needs of you and your family and then will do their best to accomodate those needs.
   >Retreats/Camps: They participate in Joni and Friends Family Retreats.
   >The church has been active in many of Southern Oregon Chapter events and has supported Joni and Friends monetarily and through prayer and service. Bear Creek church is willing to work with families to adapt the environment and curriculum to meet spiritual and physical needs.

Volunteer Opportunities
We have many opportunities for volunteers to serve ranging from assisting in the office to reaching out in the community to people with disabilities or developing a disability ministry in your church. For more information contact our office at soregonjaf@juno.com

Meet Us
Executive Team
Brent Olstad, Chair Person
Dennis Gladman, Treasurer
Alisha White, Secretary

COMMITTEE MEMBERS
Rachel Olstad
Lorraine Peterson
Roberta Shinn
Dale Witwer
Al White
Elizabeth White