Grace Church, 5504 E. 146th St., Noblesville, will hold a sensory-friendly Christmas Eve worship service at 3 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 24. This service will be geared specifically to guests who have sensory concerns.
Laura Mitchell, director of Grace’s disability ministry, says she looks forward to a welcoming, inclusive Christmas Eve worship service.
“Our sensory-friendly Christmas Eve service will be a great opportunity for guests to come out and be in community together,” Mitchell said. “LIFT (Loving Individuals and Families Together) is a holistic ministry for kids, students, and adults that supports not only those who have a disability, but also their friends, families, and caregivers.
At the service, guests can expect a variety of intentional features, including dedicated parking close to entrances, a 50- to 60-minute contemporary worship service, ASL broadcast on video screens in the auditorium, a fidget/wiggle area in the church lobby, subdued lighting and sound levels, and volunteers available to assist caregivers and guardians.
Grace’s relaxed Christmas Eve service hopes to appeal to community members who rely on unique accommodations to feel welcomed in a worship setting. According to Mitchell, “the LIFT ministry at Grace Church exists to help heal an individual’s sense of isolation and focuses on creating an atmosphere of community and belonging.”
Learn more about Grace Church’s sensory-friendly Christmas Eve service at gracechurch.us/liftchristmas.
About Grace Church
Grace Church is a non-denominational Christian church based in Noblesville and led by Pastor Barry Rodriguez. Founded in Westfield in 1991, and now located at 5504 E. 146th St., Noblesville, Grace Church exists to make disciples of Jesus and launch them into their God-given destinies. More information about Grace Church in Noblesville can be found at gracechurch.us.