Hidden Disabilities

Why I’m Glad to be A Sensitive Person

Why I’m Glad to be A Sensitive Person

I wonder when did being sensitive get a bad reputation and why does being sensitive tend to make others uncomfortable? After all, Jesus showed us how to use gifts like sensitivity, empathy and compassion for the Kingdom of God.

Mental Illness and How it Draws Us Closer to God with Sergei Marchenko: Podcast EP 127

Mental Illness and How it Draws Us Closer to God with Sergei Marchenko: Podcast EP 127

Elaina sits down with Pastor Sergei Marchenko to discuss his experience with mental illness both in his home and church. Pastor Sergei shares hope for the hurting and discussed the importance of mental health awareness in the church, and from the pulpit.

Kelly & Daniel Rosati Panel Discussion: Podcast EP 121

Kelly & Daniel Rosati Panel Discussion: Podcast EP 121

At Mental Health & the Church Conference 2024, Dr. Steve Grcevich interviewed Kelly & her son Daniel Rosati on their experience with Schizophrenia, their powerful testimony of Jesus' grace, and how the church can support families like theirs.

Shattering Myths: The Realities of FASD and Mental Health

Shattering Myths: The Realities of FASD and Mental Health

Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) is a complex developmental disability that affects a child exposed to alcohol prenatally. In the US, the prevalence is as high as 1 in 20 children who have this condition. With a lack of awareness and understanding, many misconceptions and myths persist, including its impact on mental health. Joel Sheagren shatters these myths and shed light on FASD realities and the layers to the challenges they face.

Book Club Chat 3 with Steve Grcevich & Lamar Hardwick: Podcast EP 106

Book Club Chat 3 with Steve Grcevich & Lamar Hardwick: Podcast EP 106

Dr. Steve Grcevich sits down and interviews Dr. Lamar Hardwick on his new book How Ableism Fuels Racism. This is the final part of a 3-part series.

Book Club Chat Pt. 2 with Steve Grcevich & Lamar Hardwick: Podcast Episode 102

Book Club Chat Pt. 2 with Steve Grcevich & Lamar Hardwick: Podcast Episode 102

Dr. Steve Grcevich sits down and interviews Dr. Lamar Hardwick on his new book How Ableism Fuels Racism. This is Part 2 of a 3-part series!

Book Club Chat with Dr. Steve Grcevich & Lamar Hardwick: Podcast Episode 098

Book Club Chat with Dr. Steve Grcevich & Lamar Hardwick: Podcast Episode 098

Dr. Steve Grcevich sits down and interviews Dr. Lamar Hardwick on his new book How Ableism Fuels Racism. This is Part 1 of a 3-part series! Dr. Lamar Hardwick will be speaking at Disability & the Church 2024 Conference in Orlando, FL May 1-3. Go to www.keyministry.org/datc2024 to register now!

Beyond the Clinical Hour: An Interview with Dr. Jim and Heather Sells: Podcast Episode 097

Beyond the Clinical Hour: An Interview with Dr. Jim and Heather Sells: Podcast Episode 097

Recently, Catherine had a conversation with Dr. Jim and Heather Sells, authors of the new book “Beyond the Clinical Hour: How Counselors Can Partner with the Church to Address the Mental Health Crisis.” Jim, Heather and their co-author Dr. Amy Trout offer a valuable resource to both mental health professionals and ministry leaders as a way to meet the heartfelt mental health needs impacting both churches and our culture. Take a listen to this thought-provoking conversation.

Internalized Ableism

Internalized Ableism

“I am disabled. For years that was so hard to admit. I couldn’t mention out loud my neurodivergence. I whispered about my post-traumatic stress disorder, insisting ‘I’m better now.’ I was a champion for the disabled who didn’t want to talk about her own disabilities. It was disingenuous, but I didn’t know how to come to terms with the fact that I was disabled. I was still scared that admitting my disability publicly would convince people I was not able to do anything.” Joanna French writes on her experience with disability.

Inclusive and Engaging Teaching Models: Podcast Epsiode 095 with Sandra Peoples Tracy McElhatten

Inclusive and Engaging Teaching Models: Podcast Epsiode 095 with Sandra Peoples Tracy McElhatten

In today's episode, Sandra chats with Tracy McElhattan, PhD about how to apply universal design for learning principles to our children's ministry classes so everyone is included and engaged!