by Key Ministry | Jan 30, 2025 | Podcast, Special Needs Ministry, Special Needs Parenting
Elaina Marchenko sits down with Rachael VerMeulen from A Little Extra Love Ministries to talk about the reality for families affected by special needs, the need for disability support in Colorado, and what Rachael will be sharing at Disability & the Church...
by Key Ministry | Jan 28, 2025 | Disability Ministry, Podcast, Special Needs Parenting
The church is a place for everyone, yet for many families with neurodivergent children, attending church events or services can be a challenging experience. Children with sensory and communication differences may need unique accommodations to feel comfortable,...
by Sunita Theiss | Jan 13, 2025 | Special Needs Parenting
A few years ago, I made a change in the way I interact with my children. It’s a small practice, but it has profoundly helped our family understand and grasp the truth that God loves and delights in us. Every single day, I tell my kids, “I love being your mom.” This...
by Sunita Theiss | Dec 30, 2024 | Special Needs Parenting, Spiritual Growth
As the New Year begins, we are often bombarded with messages encouraging us to aim high, make big resolutions, and do more. But as parents—especially those navigating disability—this approach can feel overwhelming. Instead of striving for lofty goals, what if we...
by Jolene Philo | Dec 23, 2024 | Caregiving, Special Needs Parenting
When God redeemed my worst Christmas ever by using it for good, it came as a big surprise. Most likely because 1982 was the year of my worst Christmas ever, and the using it for good part didn’t come along until December of 2024. 42 years is a long time, which...
by Evana Sandusky | Dec 9, 2024 | Special Needs Parenting
Shortly after “Ruth” turned 18, several significant things happened. She met the teenage boy that would capture her heart and run up her phone bill. She didn’t know it at the time, but she would marry that boy. She was in college and firmly decided on a major. Ruth...