Disability Awareness through Writing, Speaking and Ministry

Tait is the associate director of Mephibosheth Ministry in charge of church relations. He holds an Associates of Arts degree in journalism (1998) and a Bachelor in Leadership and Ethics (2009). He has written two books and published many articles.

Tait has cerebral palsy and uses a wheelchair. His speech is sometimes difficult to understand, but most people are able to pick it up in a matter of minutes after meeting him.  

If you just slow down your brain and allow your mind to process what Tait is saying you will find it a bit easier to understand him. It’s just like talking to someone with an accent.  Just take your time and let your mind do the work.  If you still have questions, feel free to ask.

Tait also uses a service dog that helps him do things he cannot do for himself such as picking up items, opening doors, and other tasks. He has been working with service dogs since 1989 and could not live independently without them. The dogs are trained to be “invisible” when out in public, and people should always ask before petting a service dog. 

Tait’s family attended Calvary United Methodist where Tait participated in Sunday school, vacation Bible school, and youth group. He was confirmed in 1988. After Tait moved out, he joined First United Methodist Church where he was a member for many years. He gave himself to full Christian service in 1998 and served as a teacher, Stephen Minister, and a member of the Board of Trustees. God called Tait away from FUMC in 2005 and planted him at International Anglican Church where he continues to serve as reader and working the PowerPoint on Sunday mornings.

 Tait never believed he would be working with people with disabilities. “I used to run away whenever I saw someone with a disability,” says Tait. “I didn’t want to be associated with that group. I was so much better than them.” But God, as only God can, changed Tait’s heart and  gave him a mission to connect people with disabilities to their local church.

 “I am passionate that every person with a disability has the right to hear the gospel and be able to serve Jesus Christ. People want to served rather than be served, and I want to encourage the church to use people with disabilities’ gifts and talents.”

Tait is the associate director of Mephibosheth Ministry in charge of church relations. He is also a Ministry Associate of Joni and Friends.

 This website is Tait’s personal site. He also maintains a site devoted to his work in church relations. Please visit mephiboshethministry.org for more information. Because of his work schedule, Tait does not update this site very often. However, it gives an overview of his life, beliefs and his personality. He hopes you’ll like what you see.

 God bless.