Episodes

In this episode of Key Ministry the Podcast, Catherine Boyle shares 4 steps any church can take when an individual or family has a significant mental health need that may require ongoing church support. Find the full show-notes at: www.keyministry.org/podcast

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. Find the full Show-Notes at: www.keyministry.org/podcast

Ministry Callings & Qualifications: Sandra Peoples was recently asked what qualifications she has to fulfill her ministry role. Maybe it’s a question you’ve asked yourself! What qualifications and characteristics do you need to advocate for families and help your church be more accessible? If you’re called to do disability ministry but don’t always feel qualified, this episode is for you Find the full show-notes at: www.keyministry.org/podcast

Larah Roberts goes back to the archives of Disability & the Church, and shares many compelling reasons for why you should plan to attend Disability & the Church 2025. We will be announcing the dates and location soon!

In today’s podcast, Dr. Adam Wilson from Denver Seminary joins Catherine Boyle to share about the work he and others within the seminary have done around mental health support within Christian schools. Dr. Wilson believes that mental health is everybody’s job, whether you are a parent, teacher, ministry leader, or friend. Take a listen and read the transcript of this insightful conversation. Find the Full Show-Notes at: www.keyministry.org/podcast

Beth Golik interviews Mike & Michelle Beard from Imago Work, in Vietnam. Find the full Show-Notes at www.keyministry.org/podcast

Sandra Peoples interviews Jason Epps and Paul Pettit about their book, One Body, One Spirit: Disability & Community in the Church. Hear about their friendship and how Jason's challenges with church accessibility led to them writing this book together. Find the full Show-Notes at www.keyministry.org/podcast

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. Find the full Show-Notes at: www.keyministry.org/podcast

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. Find the full Show-Notes at www.keyministry.org/podcast

In this episode of Key Ministry the Podcast, Catherine Boyle is joined by Dr. Chris Hulshof from Liberty University. We’ll be talking about a topic you may not be familiar with - but if you’ve been in ministry world for very long, you have probably seen, and that’s Religious Scrupulosity. Dr. Hulshof provides valuable insights for supporting individuals with this mental health challenge. Go to www.keyministry.org/podcast for the full Show-Notes.

Beth gives 3 must-have items for your sensory room. Go to www.keyministry.org/podcast to find the full show-notes.

Sandra Peoples talks with Julie Hernandez, the disability ministry director at her church. They have a conversation about what went great over the summer, what they plan to do differently next year, and what they're looking forward to this fall. Go to www.keyministry.org/podcast to find the full Show-Notes.

Elaina Marchenko gives a peek into the life as a special needs sibling. She discusses the different phases of her identity as it grew and changed during her life as a special needs sibling. To find the full show-notes, go to www.keyministry.org/podcast

Do you struggle with God’s timing? Do you have a ministry dream that you don’t know how to get started? The Mental Health and the Church conference may be just the place and time where God will bring your dreams into focus. Find the full Show-Notes at www.keyministry.org/podcast

In less than 8 minutes, Beth shares her summer vibe, suggests three events your church could try this summer, tells you about her summer serving gig, and issues four invitations from Key Ministry. Go to www.keyministry.org/podcast for the full show-notes.

One of the biggest challenges in inclusive ministry is meeting the needs of diverse learners. Today on the podcast, Sandra interviews Cortney Jenkins from Awe & Wonder and Laura Deeken from The Adapted Word about easy ways to make our lessons more accessible and about the resources they provide to help support every student in your ministry. Find the full show-notes at: www.keyministry.org/podcast

Dr. Steve Grcevich interviews Dr. Lamar Hardwick one last time on his new book, How Ableism Fuels Racism. Buy this book at bakerbookhouse.com or amazon. Go to www.keyministry.org/podcast to find the full show-notes for EP 106.

One of Key MInistry’s core values is collaboration. The momentum in disability ministry has come about in large part because of the collaboration across traditional lines of ministry. To help accelerate momentum in mental health ministry, we’re seeking collaborators for Mental Health and the Church 2024, as conference sponsors, exhibitors and advertisers. Find the full Show-Notes at www.keyministry.org/podcast

As a disability ministry leader, do you ever feel alone? Beth Golik shares about Online Connection for Disability Ministry Leaders in Episode 104 of Key Ministry the Podcast. Find the full Show Notes at www.keyministry.org/podcast

Will all aspects of disability be erased in heaven? Sandra Peoples looks at applicable biblical passages and shares her thoughts in this episode of Key Ministry the Podcast. Find the full Show-Notes at www.keyministry.org/podcast

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! Go to www.keyministry.org/podcast to find the full show-notes.

In this episode of Key Ministry the Podcast, Catherine Boyle shares a peek into some of details of the upcoming Mental Health and the Church 2024 conference, September 26 - 27, 2024, in Cleveland, OH. Go to www.keyministry.org/podcast to find the full Show-Notes.

Ep 100: Ministry Visibility on Your Church's Website with Sandra Peoples In our 100th episode, Sandra Peoples shares three ways to increase ministry visibility on your church website. Most disability families are going to visit your church website before they visit your actual church. Does your website communicate everything they need to know for a smooth visit? Find the full Show-Notes on www.keyministry.org/podcast

Ep 100: Ministry Visibility on Your Church's Website with Sandra Peoples In our 100th episode, Sandra Peoples shares three ways to increase ministry visibility on your church website. Most disability families are going to visit your church website before they visit your actual church. Does your website communicate everything they need to know for a smooth visit? Find the full Show-Notes on www.keyministry.org/podcast