For over 17 years, Rev. Sylvia Taylor has faithfully led the Special Needs Ministry at First Baptist Church of Glenarden. With her unique background as both an occupational therapist and minister, she’s been a powerful advocate for individuals with special needs and their families across the DC Metro area and beyond.

In our upcoming interview, Rev. Taylor shares practical insights and heartfelt encouragement for churches looking to build or strengthen their special needs ministries. Topics include:

  • How to start a special needs ministry
  • Recruiting and retaining volunteers
  • Gaining support from church leadership
  • Creating inclusive worship experiences

How can I watch the interview?

You can watch our interview with Rev. Sylvia Taylor on Monday, April 14, 2025 at 7:00 PM EST. It will be streaming live on our Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube pages—just in time for Holy Week!

You don’t want to miss this powerful conversation filled with wisdom and grace. Tell a friend, especially those interested in starting a special needs ministry!

Additional Resources

Have you downloaded our Activity Toolkit? We have an updated 2025 edition of our Activity Toolkit that is FREE for you to download! It contains resources that can help your church become more autism friendly. After you download the toolkit, you may receive an email with a short survey that will ask you questions to determine if it was helpful for you and your church.

Please help us spread the word about this special needs ministry resource!