GEMS: God's Extraordinary Miracles

We invite you to participate in GEMS, our special needs ministry at Wheaton Bible Church. We believe God has blessed us with children who have special needs and has entrusted us with their care. The volunteers who serve in this ministry have compassionate hearts and a desire to share the love of Christ with these children and their families.

Special Needs Family Activities

• Sunday Mornings
  We have volunteer "buddies" who come each Sunday at 9:45 and 11:15 for one hour to work with a GEMS child. They assist in any way necessary to help the GEMS children have the best experience possible each week. The Children's Ministry staff will work with parents to determine where your child will be placed and what we can do to provide a valuable time each Sunday morning.
• GEMS Pioneer Clubs
  On Wednesday evenings, 6:30-8:00 pm, we hold our mid-week Pioneer Clubs for GEMS children. This provides a great opportunity for them to not only grow deeper in their faith, but to learn and showcase skills and abilities they have.
• Friday Night Fellowship
  Join us on the 4th Friday of each month for a time of fellowship, prayer, and frequent guest speakers. We discuss topics of concern as they relate to the special needs child, siblings, and family. In addition, the GEMS child and siblings will have an organized time of fun and games. 
• Respite Day
  The 3rd Saturday of each month is set aside from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm for parents to enjoy a time out together. Space is limited. Only for children ages 14 and younger. Childcare is provided for the GEMS child and their siblings. 
• Buddy Program
  As a "buddy" to one of our children with special needs, you will be assigned a specific child and will work with him/her each week one to one. No previous experience is required.