by Stephen Grcevich MD | Aug 6, 2017 | Hidden Disabilities, Key Ministry, Mental Health
A news story making the rounds in California in recent weeks points out the potential for pastors and church leaders to cause harm through uninformed and untruthful statements regarding mental illness and dramatizes how much work still needs to be done to better...
by Sandra Peoples | May 18, 2017 | Anxiety Disorders, Autism, Care and Support, Families, Hidden Disabilities, Mental Health
Summer time is full of new opportunities for fun and adventure, but it can also be filled with anxiety for our kids who prefer the comfort of routines. There are steps we can take as parents to help our kids decrease their anxiety levels and enjoy the fun of summer!...
by Stephen Grcevich MD | Mar 6, 2017 | Hidden Disabilities, Key Ministry, Mental Health, Strategies
I’ve been wrestling with the idea of revising a chapter in the book I’ve been writing on how churches can welcome and include individuals and families affected by mental illness.In the book, we explore seven barriers to church attendance and participation for...
by Key Ministry | Jan 31, 2017 | Care and Support, Hidden Disabilities, PTSD
Not long ago I saw a colorful, captivating picture on a doctor’s office wall. It was clearly a parody of Disney’s movie Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. Remember those jolly little round, robust fellows who whistled, worked, and walked home singing catchy tunes? Good...
by Stephen Grcevich MD | Jan 30, 2017 | Hidden Disabilities, Inclusion, Key Ministry, Leadership, Mental Health
Our crew at Key Ministry is starting a Facebook group for leaders interested in advancing the cause of mental health inclusion ministry.Modeled after the Special Needs and Disability Ministry Leaders forum, the new group provides a platform for Christians interested...
by Stephen Grcevich MD | Jan 5, 2017 | Autism, Families, Hidden Disabilities, Inclusion, Special Needs Ministry
This blog series was on Asperger’s Disorder and Spiritual Development was originally presented from March 25th-April 29th 2012. Special thanks to Mike Woods from the Special Friends Ministry at First Baptist Orlando for his invaluable contributions to...