Advocacy

Welcome to Disability Ministry… What Would You Say You Do Here? Podcast Episode 085

Welcome to Disability Ministry… What Would You Say You Do Here? Podcast Episode 085

In this week’s episode of Key Ministry: The Podcast, Garett will share ideas on how we can be better prepared to cast the vision and mission of disability ministry and the tangible ways we can do that in our churches.

Ministry Goals for 2024: Podcast Episode 082

Ministry Goals for 2024: Podcast Episode 082

Let’s kick off the new year by setting some goals for our churches! In this episode, Sandra Peoples shares 24 goals for you to consider. You can reach more in 2024 with these ideas for strengthening and growing your ministry!

The Value of Being Fearfully and Wonderfully Made: Podcast Episode 064

The Value of Being Fearfully and Wonderfully Made: Podcast Episode 064

David reminds us in Psalm 139 that we are all fearfully and wonderfully made and that the works of God in us are truly wonderful. David helps us to understand the value of life because he reminds us that God knew us and formed us and designed us for his glory. In this week’s episode, we reflect on that Biblical truth and how the church is called to celebrate God’s wonderful works in all things, including disability. 

Dogs in Church: Podcast Episode 062

Dogs in Church: Podcast Episode 062

As ministry leaders, we need to know the basic information about service dogs vs. therapy dogs vs. emotional support dogs so that we are providing our churches with accurate information and creating a welcoming and safe environment for all.

Three Ways to Equip Churches to Support Individuals Who Have Experienced Human Trafficking: Podcast Episode 059

Three Ways to Equip Churches to Support Individuals Who Have Experienced Human Trafficking: Podcast Episode 059

Blockbuster movies and summertime are as American as baseball, fireworks, and apple pie. However, one recently released movie addressing human trafficking is generating significant cultural conversation. Here are three ways churches be equipped to support individuals who have experienced human trafficking. 

Faithful Friends, the Son of Man and Extraordinary Things: Podcast Episode 056

 Faithful Friends, the Son of Man and Extraordinary Things: Podcast Episode 056

As Jesus was teaching a large group of people, including church leaders, four men made it a priority to find a way to take their paralyzed friend to the Son of Man. And through their faith, Jesus healed the man both spiritually and physically. In this week’s episode, Garett Wall explores what our churches can learn from the urgency and faithfulness of the man’s friends and how God is glorified in all of it.

Courage in Pursuit of Our Callings

Courage in Pursuit of Our Callings

I’d like to say a few things publicly that need to be said by someone in my profession with my background and experience. Somebody needs to go first. My hope is it will be easier for others to speak if they know they’re not alone.

Teaching Biblical Discernment for Children of All Abilities

Teaching Biblical Discernment for Children of All Abilities

As we move from a knowledge-hungry world to one saturated with information, it is more important than ever to stop teaching children lots of memorized facts—but instead, instill them with the ability to discern information with wisdom. I also believe that even children with learning challenges and disabilities can cultivate discernment, especially as we show them through our examples and teach them to lean into the Holy Spirit for help.

The Reason My Family Is Not Always With Me in Worship

The Reason My Family Is Not Always With Me in Worship

Guest blogger, Shannon Blosser shares his experience as both a pastor and a special needs dad.

While our son loves being in the church and especially enjoys looking at our stained-glass ceiling formation, he cannot always handle the crowds and noise that come with being in worship. We try to meet his needs while living into the realities of being a pastoral family.