Online event: Learning Disability and the Body of Christ

Online event: Learning Disability and the Body of Christ

Baptism of a person with Downs syndrome

What if church was a place where everyone, of every ability, could give and receive as part of one beautiful Body?

Hear about one community’s journey toward belonging and mutuality, with practical insight into how total communication practices can create space for every voice. Through the stories of an adult and a child with learning disabilities, we’ll explore what this vision looks like in practice—and how you can begin building more inclusive, connected communities in your church.

'Learning Disability and the Body of Christ: A Journey for All Ages'

A Recorded Online talk (from 10th Nov 2025)

Speaker: Vitoria Schoeps, a Roofbreaker disability champion, who shared the journey she and her church community in Swindon have been on.

Link: TO FOLLOW SHORTLY!

This talk created a space to meet others with a passion for making church accessible to people with additional needs, to share stories, and explore how we can grow together.

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We hope this event will be the launch pad for an ongoing network—a space to connect, share resources, and support one another. We've seen a growing number of people who share a passion for learning disability inclusion—whether through personal experience, family life, ministry, or community work. Some are just beginning the journey and seeking support or connection. We'd love to hear your ideas on what would be most helpful in your context.

Here are a few possibilities we’re considering:

  • Regular online events with a resourcing/training focus
  • A WhatsApp group for encouragement and support
  • An online platform for sharing everyday resources
  • Connection with a small group of “buddies” working in similar contexts or regions
  • In-person events (either formal awareness-raising or informal catch-ups)

We’d love for you to listen to the recording of Vitoria's talk and join us in our new Learning Disability Roofbreaker network to help shape the future of this exciting way to do church.

👉 Follow this link for the recorded talk: TO FOLLOW SHORTLY!

God bless

Katie and the Roofbreaker Team