ChristWay Special Needs Ministry
Here at ChristWay, love is in our DNA! We aim to take hold of each opportunity to share God’s love in ways that everyone can understand and experience. The LORD has invited us all to His table, and all are invited to ChristWay. Scroll below to find the best fit for your loved one.
To ensure a safe and supportive environment for all participants in our Special Needs Ministry, families must complete the following before attending Sunday programming:
1. Submit an online intake form.
2. Participate in an intake meeting with a ministry staff member.
These steps help us prepare thoughtfully so we can welcome and support your participant in the best way possible.

Toddlers Through Preschool - Octopus Room
The Octopus Room is intended for toddlers-preschool aged friends who may benefit from additional support. Our room is calm and inviting, filled with sensory items and loving volunteers ready to extend care and friendship. It is located in the Big Wahoo, our preschool area, and available each Sunday during the 9:45 AM and 11:11 AM gatherings.
If you have a family member wanting to participate in the Octopus Room, please let us know how we can best accommodate his or her needs by completing this form.
For any questions regarding the Octopus Room, please reach out to our coordinator, Cassie Griffin, at cgriffin@christwaychurch.org.

Elementary - The Tree House & The Fort
For elementary-aged children who may need extra support to feel comfortable and succeed in a Sunday morning environment, we offer two tailored options: Classroom Buddies and The Fort.
Classroom Buddies are caring volunteers who come alongside children during both large group worship and small group time, helping to create a welcoming, manageable space where everyone can thrive. Available during the second and third gatherings, these buddies provide just the right level of support so your child can fully participate and enjoy their time at church.
The Fort is a specialized classroom created for elementary-aged children who benefit from a more structured, individualized setting. In this calm and nurturing environment, each child receives one-on-one support and a personalized approach to worship, learning, and play, helping them connect in ways that suit their unique needs.
If your child could benefit from a Classroom Buddy or The Fort, we’d love to partner with you. Please complete this form. to let us know how we can best support your family.
Feel free to contact Lydia Toledano, our coordinator, at ltoledano@christwaychurch.org with any additional questions.

Young Adults & Beyond - The Hangout
The Hangout is designed for young adults through adulthood. Each Sunday at 9:45 am, we gather together to hear and interact with God’s Word; we also participate in hands-on activities, worship, and sweet fellowship. Our areas include classrooms, a free-play room, and a calming sensory room.
Not sure where to find The Hangout? Enter through the K!DS doors, check in, and we’ll have volunteers show you the way. We’ll be looking for you!
If you have a family member or friend wanting to join us in The Hangout, please let us know how we can best accommodate his or her needs by completing this form.
Feel free to contact Lydia Toledano, our coordinator, at ltoledano@christwaychurch.org with any additional questions.
The Fort
This Month’s Biblical Theme Is: God Made Everything!
Week 1
God Made the Heavens and the Earth | Genesis 1:1-10
Main Idea: God made the heavens and the earth.
Week 2
God Made the Animals | Genesis 1:20-25
Main Idea: God made the animals.
Week 3
God Made People | Genesis 1:26–31; 2:4–25
Main Idea: God made the people.
Week 4
Adam and Eve Sinned | Genesis 3
Main Idea: People did not obey God.
Week 5
Cain and Abel | Genesis 4:1–16
Main Idea: Cain became angry and made a bad choice.
The Hangout
This Month’s Biblical Theme Is: God Made Everything!
Monthly Memory Verse: “God saw all that He had made, and it was very good.” (Genesis 1:31a NIV)
Week 1
God Made the Heavens and the Earth | Genesis 1:1-10
Main Idea: God made the heavens and the earth.
Week 2
God Made the Animals | Genesis 1:20-25
Main Idea: God made the animals.
Week 3
God Made People | Genesis 1:26–31; 2:4–25
Main Idea: God made the people.
Week 4
Adam and Eve Sinned | Genesis 3
Main Idea: People did not obey God.
Week 5
Cain and Abel | Genesis 4:1–16
Main Idea: Cain became angry and made a bad choice.
Our prayer is that every individual will walk away confident in three precious truths.
God made me. (Psalm 139:14)
God loves me. (Romans 8:38-39)
God has a plan for me. (Ephesians 2:10)
Feel free to contact our coordinators:
Cassie Griffin at cgriffin@christwaychurch.org or
Lydia Toledano at ltoledano@christwaychurch.org with any additional questions.
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