Saved By Grace Church · San Antonio
Every child deserves to belong.
Project Noah is a special needs ministry for children with autism and developmental disabilities — a safe, structured, joyful place to know the love of Christ.
Now teaching · Our focus for the next few weeks
God's Plan Is Best — Genesis 25:19-34; 27 · Jacob and Esau
Jacob and Esau made poor choices, but God's plan still came true.
Mission and vision
Our mission
Welcome and disciple children with disabilities and their families so they can know Jesus, belong in community, and grow in faith at Saved By Grace.
Our vision
A church where every child is included in worship and learning, barriers are removed, and families experience real respite, support, and friendship.
Why the Ark Room exists
Project Noah began for one boy — Noah, who is severely autistic and had no place at church where he could learn about Jesus in a way that fit him. Rather than asking a child to fit the classroom, we built a classroom that fits the child. For many families, attending church feels impossible — not unwelcoming, just overwhelming. Here, parents can breathe. Your child is safe, supported, seen, and loved.
Core values
- Belonging
- Every child is an image-bearer with gifts to share.
- Safety
- Calm, predictable environments and trained volunteers — every week.
- Dignity and choice
- We respect communication preferences, autonomy, and always offer choices.
- Partnership
- Church and parents as one team — always.
- Growth
- Small steps matter. We celebrate every milestone, no matter how small.
- Gospel-centered
- Scripture, prayer, and worship — accessible to every learner.
In one sentence
“Project Noah helps kids of all abilities meet Jesus and thrive together at Saved By Grace — The Ark Room is their safe, joyful space.”
- Trained volunteers
- Consistent, prepared buddies who know each child by name.
- Sensory-friendly space
- Low lighting, quiet corners, headphones, and a calm room.
- Emotional & behavioral support
- Regulation first, always. Every behavior is communication.
- Peace of mind for families
- Parents can worship knowing their child is safe and loved.
A Sunday at Project Noah
The same five steps, in the same order, every week. Predictability is the accommodation that makes everything else possible.
- 1
Check-in
Intake form, a number tag for the child, and a matching number card for the parent.
- 2
Sensory
Heavy work and bins to regulate before we ask for attention.
- 3
Worship
One familiar song, sung the same way, every week.
- 4
Story
The Bible lesson, adapted to three support levels.
- 5
Craft
Pre-cut, low-demand, mess-optional.
New family? Save time on Sunday
Download the All About Me intake form, fill it out at home, and bring it with you. Optional — we always have copies at the check-in table.
Serve with us
No special-needs experience required — we train every volunteer. What we need most is people who show up consistently, so each child sees the same familiar face.
Email noahsfootprints@gmail.com or call (210) 793-4557 to get started.
Ways to give
- Financial gifts through our secure donation form (tax-deductible).
- Sensory supplies: headphones, weighted lap pads, fidgets, bins.
- Raffle prizes and gift baskets for our fundraising events.
- Sponsor a child's quarter of adapted curriculum and materials.