Advancing Disability Ministry
Lift Disability Network Launches Disability Ministry Network

Thirty organizations represented by fifty attendees participated in the inaugural event of Lift Disability Network in Orland, FL November 3-5, 2006. The Leadership Conference was highlighted by leaders connecting, ministries working together, and the launching of Lift Disability Network.

The board of directors for The Christian Counsel on Persons with Disabilities (CCPD) and Eleos – The Care Network, Inc. teamed together to provide a converging point for families, ministries, and professionals within the disability community. CCPD conveyed its membership to the Lift Disability Network and Eleos made a commitment of support and financial accountability.

The mandate of Lift Disability Network is to Elevate Life in the Disability Family. During the opening session, Executive Director, Jim Hukill laid the foundation for the work of Lift to be focused in three areas; connecting, educating, and communicating. Hukill says, “We must, with intent, connect in a global effort to advance disability ministry for we are stronger together than we are apart.” He added, “If families facing disability are to overcome the isolating effects of disability, then they must have a model of unity. Lift and its members provides that model.”

The 2006 Leadership Conference ended with a prayer for the future and a challenge to help build the network. Together we will advance disability ministry.