Meet the Friendly Ferns

Characters reflecting real needs: attention challenges, anxiety, and sensory sensitivities.

Each character helps children navigate transitions and social expectations in the parish with grace and understanding.


Wonderfully Made

Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works an glorify your
Father in heaven." (Matthew  5:16)

Illustration of a friendly fern character representing attention needs

Freddy (The Mover)

Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works an glorify your Father in heaven."

(Matthew  5:16)

Illustration of a friendly fern character representing anxiety support

Ava (The Listener)

A comforting presence for those experiencing anxiety. Providing a sense of safety and predictability amidst the unknown of social interactions.

Illustration of a friendly fern character representing sensory needs

Oliver (The Observer)

Addressing sensory sensitivities. This character creates a buffer against overwhelming sights and sounds, offering a quiet retreat within the group.

Our Purpose

Different is beautiful.

Together, we are unstoppable.

Child participating in church service with support

XTERMIGATOR Kids Hellenic supports children with unseen disabilities—and the families who love them—in faith settings where sensory overload, transitions, and social expectations can be barriers. We bridge the gap between sensory needs and spiritual participation.

01.

Inclusion

Every child belongs in the pews. We create visual pew cards and sensory supports to ensure the Divine Liturgy is accessible, making every child feel seen, safe, and welcome.

02.

Understanding

Like a detective with a magnifying glass, we help communities notice what others miss. We translate behaviors into needs—addressing anxiety, fatigue, and sensory sensitivities with compassion.

03.

Community

We strengthen the whole parish. By equipping Sunday schools and families with child-friendly Lent and Holy Week resources, we build a foundation where difference is celebrated.

Our Mission

Faith Without Barriers

From Invisible Disability awareness books for our faith, to creation of visual pew cards and sensory supports specifically for the Divine Liturgy.

Strengthening the whole community so every child feels seen, safe, and loved by Christ.


"Welcome one another as Christ has welcomed you, for the glory of God"
Romans 15:7 (ESV)

"For God shows no partiality."
Romans 2:11 (ESV)

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Voices from the Community

How our resources are transforming the Sunday school experience for families.

I can see engagement with Children with Invisible Disabilities through Christ and photos can really engage our community. The children will be really engaged, and the theology is sound yet accessible to their young minds.
James God Parent
Finally, resources that respect the tradition while speaking to modern families. It has bridged the gap between the liturgy and our home life beautifully.
Sarah  Sunday School Teacher
I used to struggle to explain the readings to my children. These tools give me the confidence to lead faithful discussions at the dinner table.
Christine vlahakis Parent

Start Your Journey

Explore our ready-to-use printables for Lent, Holy Week, and every Sunday.

Download your first visual support guide today.