06-23-2026
By Juliana Muniz
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Christian Vision and Hearing Services (CVHS), a ministry of Adventist Media, is helping church members with vision challenges access Scripture through free giant-print and audio Bibles tailored to their needs.
CVHS coordinator Cassie Etwell explained that accessible formats are important. “Because of certain challenges, not everyone can access the Bible in the standard format,” she said. “Accessible Bibles are needed for people to be able to overcome this barrier and access God’s Word in a manner suitable to their needs.”
According to Ms Etwell, people with vision and hearing challenges can sometimes struggle to find Scripture in a format they can use, which can affect their connection with God’s Word.
One recipient, Glenn Schofield, said receiving a Giant Letter Bible enabled him to continue reading Scripture.
“I am so humbled and appreciative of your kindness and generosity in allowing me to have this Bible,” he said. “I can now read with my reading glasses.”
Read the full article here: https://record.adventistchurch.com/2026/06/23/accessible-bibles-improve-access-to-scripture/
Adventist Possibility Ministries (APM) is a General Conference-sponsored initiative that focuses on seven groups including the blind and those with low vision. APM affirms that people go where they are welcomed and stay where they are valued, and that all are gifted, needed, and treasured.
The original version of this article, by Juliana Muniz, was posted on the Adventist Record site on 04-08-2026 at https://record.adventistchurch.com/2026/06/23/accessible-bibles-improve-access-to-scripture/