Embracing the Special Needs Community
Experience the love and acceptance of Jesus, in our welcoming, supportive settings offered in our weekly activities and special events.
Weekly Activities
Our weekly programs align with the Germantown Municipal School District schedule and emergency closures.
Sunday School
Sundays 9:40 – 10:40 AM
for Kids, Youth and Adults
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Sunday School
We specialize in tailoring Bible lessons to the needs of individuals. Our Director is a former Special Education teacher of over 20 years, with experience in meeting a variety of individuals’ special needs. We support each person in the way that best meets his or her needs. For more information, please email specialneeds@gpctn.org or call the church office.
Amplify
Tuesdays 1:00 – 2:00 PM
in the Activity Center
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Amplify
A uniquely harmonized music class for anyone with special needs. If you’ve ever wanted to learn to play an instrument, or if you already know how to play and are looking for a way to jam your sound, here is your chance! As with our other programs, we tailor the experience to the needs of each person. Not sure about it…? Come by and check it out any Tuesday (throughout the school year) from 1:00 – 2:00 PM. You’ll see how easy it can be with great instruction in a loving, accepting setting! NO EXPERIENCE NEEDED. If you have questions, please email specialneeds@gpctn.org or call the church office.
Friendship Circle
Wednesdays 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
in the Activity Center
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Friendship Circle
Our far-reaching circle of friends meets weekly in person at GPC or on Zoom from various locations. We all bring our lunches and gather for worship and fellowship, a Bible-lesson presented with visual and auditory supports, activities, games, and hands-on crafting opportunities to engage in multi-sensory learning of the important truths our Lord wants us to know. We have fun! We learn! We love and support one another in prayer and by being friends. Additional outings pop up throughout the year as special activities occur in the city. Occasionally, we bring in professionals, such as first responders, to review safety practices.
Special Events
Brunch Bunch
Quarterly on Fridays, 9:00 – 11:00 AM
at GPC in Warren Hall/AC
5/16/25 8/22/25, and 11/7/25
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Brunch Bunch
Each quarter our SonRise Men’s Bible study group whips up a delicious breakfast for us to enjoy, while we learn about God’s character and how our faith in Him allows us to experience a better life. A devotional message (visually and auditorily supported) allows participants to share their own experiences with how their faith in God has impacted their lives. After the calories settle, we get into a groove in a movement-based activity (e.g., Freeze Dance, Chair Yoga, Scavenger Hunt) to burn those calories right back off! We circle-back with an assisted object lesson, craft building project, or game.
June – Vacation Bible School
Stay tuned for 2026 info!
GPC in the Activity Center
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S2D2, Summer Spiritual Deep Dive/VBS
Stay tuned for more info!
March – Dress Fest
Stay tuned for 2026 info!
Location:
TBD
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Dress Fest
Dress Fest is an experience where:
- Each beautiful girl gets to pick out a dress to wear at Memphis Joy Prom.
- The ladies are pampered and showered with love by having a personal shopper to help them find the perfect earrings and necklace for their gorgeous gown.
- Everything is free to our guests.
This is a fun day to prepare for their upcoming night in April to shine and experience true joy.
September – Fall Homecoming Ball
Friday, September 26, 2025, 6:00 – 8:00 PM
at GPC in the Activity Center
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Fall Homecoming Ball
This year we’ll host our 3rd Annual Fall Homecoming Ball, a football-themed evening of dining, dancing, and celebrating with friends, fun, and photos! There will be fabulous food, several opportunities for photography, a huge, well-lit dance floor, and plenty of room for you to get your boogie on! All we need is YOU! Register for the upcoming Fall Homecoming Ball which will be held Friday, September 26th, from 6:00 – 8:00 PM at GPC in the Activity Center.
May – Fishing Rodeo
Stay tuned for 2026 info!
Location:
Varies each year
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Fishing Rodeo at Friendship Circle
This is a catch-and-release day of fishing. There are picnic tables available for having lunch together as usual and additional games/activities for those who choose to watch the fishing rodeo rather than fish. Every year the activities change a bit, but typically include coloring sheets, crafts, painting, tie-dying, and games such as Ladder Toss, Giant Jenga, Trivia, and/or Bingo.
Volunteer Opportunities
Contact Us
Questions? Contact Jackie Williams, Director of Special Needs Ministry.