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Biblical Truths for Neurodivergent Kids: Affirmations for Every Journey

Biblical Truths for Neurodivergent Kids: Affirmations for Every Journey

Every child is wonderfully unique, created by God with love and intention. For kids who experience and process the world differently, hearing affirmations rooted in God’s truth can be a powerful reminder of their worth and purpose.

How to Care for Caregiving Families with Lisa Jamieson: Podcast Ep 126

How to Care for Caregiving Families with Lisa Jamieson: Podcast Ep 126

Elaina sits down and talks with Lisa Jamieson from Walk Right In Ministries about family caregivers, the holidays, and ways the church can better support them.

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.

New Operations Director! An Interview with Larah Roberts: Podcast Episode 115

New Operations Director! An Interview with Larah Roberts: Podcast Episode 115

Elaina Marchenko sits down to interview Larah Roberts, the new Operations Director here at Key Ministry. Larah shares her heart for disability ministry, and her experience as a Special Needs mom.

5 Phases of Disability Parenting & How Churches Can Support Families in Each Phase: Podcast EP 114

5 Phases of Disability Parenting & How Churches Can Support Families in Each Phase: Podcast EP 114

Parents go through five phases as they raise their children with disabilities. It’s helpful for ministry leaders to understand these phases so we know better how to support families in these different seasons. In this episode, Sandra Peoples shares characteristics of the phases, the needs parents have in each one, and how the church can support them along the way. 

Back to School Disability Supplies

Back to School Disability Supplies

Back to School season is upon us! And while there are many school supply lists, there may be less disability-specific school supplies list, so we decided to give you a few ideas of things that may make the school year a bit easier.

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.

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How the Church Struggles to Listen

How the Church Struggles to Listen

“I shared my family’s hurt and pain of feeling excluded and unaccepted by the very church that I, as its pastor, am called to love and serve. I shared offensive words shared with me regarding my autistic son’s needs. I shared how these actions created a wall between our family and the church. We felt unwelcome.” Shannon Blosser shares about church hurt, and where the church can grow.

The World is Different Now

The World is Different Now

Today's blog post addresses the topic of child abuse. It is a powerful account of both human evil and the forgiveness available through Christ. Please read with care.

Family Care Plans: Podcast Episode 091

Family Care Plans: Podcast Episode 091

In episode 091 of Key Ministry the Podcast, Sandra shares an idea for organizing care for disability families in your church and how the parable of the Good Samaritan provides guiding principles for how and why we provide that care.