Key Ministry the Podcast

A child won’t sit still, interrupts the lesson, or lashes out at another child. Your volunteers are frustrated. Their parents are bracing for another tap on the shoulder. What should your church do next? Dr. Steve Grcevich welcomes Dr. Robert and Lori Crosby of Reach Hurting Kids Institute to explore what may be happening beneath challenging behavior—and how churches can respond with understanding, connection, and practical support. Drawing on their research and experience in children’s minist

How can your church support people experiencing mental illness—and where do you begin? Steve Grcevich, Ph.D., welcomes Matthew Stanford, Ph.D., and Madeline Stiers, Ph.D., LCSW-S from Houston’s Hope and Healing Center & Institute for a practical conversation about mental health ministry, faith, and belonging. Together, they explore how churches can respond to mental health needs through trained volunteers, support groups, and connections to professional care. They also address harmful misconcep

Episode Summary In this episode of Key Ministry The Podcast, host Dr. Steve Grcevich welcomes Laura Howe, a registered social worker, trainer, and founder of Hope Made Strong. Laura shares her journey from clinical mental health social work to empowering church leaders with practical, sustainable tools for care ministry. Together, they discuss the unintended harms that can occur when churches lack clear care structures, how to prevent volunteer burnout, and why systemic frameworks are essential

Episode Summary In this episode of Key Ministry: The Podcast, host Dr. Steve Grcevich welcomes Dr. Jedd Medefind, long-time President of the Christian Alliance for Orphans (CAFO). Jedd reflects on his journey from public policy in the White House to leading a nationwide coalition of over 300 organizations dedicated to serving vulnerable children and families. Together, they explore the core principles of building collaborative movements, the role of local churches, and the intersection of faith

Vacation Bible School season is here, and churches everywhere are preparing decorations, snacks, crafts, lessons, games, registrations, and all the beautiful chaos that comes with welcoming children for a week of gospel-centered ministry. But before VBS begins, there is one important question every church should ask: Is our VBS accessible for every family God has already placed in our care? Show notes at KeyMinistry.org

In this episode of Key Ministry: The Podcast, Dr. Steve Grcevich talks with Dr. Karl Benzio, Chief Psychiatric Officer at Honey Lake Clinic and Medical Director for the American Association of Christian Counselors. Together, they discuss the intersection of mental health care, Christian community, and the local church. Dr. Benzio shares why he believes the church has a vital role to play in caring for individuals and families impacted by mental health struggles, addiction, loneliness, adversity