Disability Ministry

Including Special-Needs Families in Your Church's Christmas Activities: EP 129

Including Special-Needs Families in Your Church's Christmas Activities: EP 129

Sandra Peoples grew up with a sister with Down syndrome and now has a teenager with level 3 autism, so she knows how different the holidays can feel for a family like hers. But they don't have to feel different at church! With a few steps of consideration, she shares how families can feel included and valued. Let's make sure special-needs families can hear the message of hope this Christmas!

A Conversation with Lauren Hickman from Hope Allen Center: Podcast EP 125

A Conversation with Lauren Hickman from Hope Allen Center: Podcast EP 125

In this episode, Lauren Hickman shares her personal journey and calling to disability ministry, describing how God has guided her every step of the way to serve families impacted by disability.

Strategies for Small and Normative Sized Churches with Sandra Peoples: Podcast EP 124

Strategies for Small and Normative Sized Churches with Sandra Peoples: Podcast EP 124

 In today’s episode, Sandra talks about the challenges small to normative-sized churches face in disability ministry and shares how the churches she’s been a part of have overcome these challenges.

Ministry Callings & Qualifications: Podcast EP 120

Ministry Callings & Qualifications: Podcast EP 120

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

Summer Disability Ministry Recap: Podcast EP 111

Summer Disability Ministry Recap: Podcast EP 111

Sandra Peoples talks with Julie Hernandez, the Disability Ministry Director at her. They discuss the good and the challenging parts of their summer activities in Disability Ministry.

Disability Ministry Resources (Amazon Prime Day!)

Disability Ministry Resources (Amazon Prime Day!)

Key Ministry strives to offer FREE resources and charge as little as possible for all other services, we aim to offer resources that are truly accessible for everyone; money included. By using our Amazon Affiliate links for items you may already be wanting to purchase, you donate to our cause without spending ANY extra money.

Accessible Bible Story Instruction with Cortney Jenkins and Laura Deeken: Podcast EP 107

Accessible Bible Story Instruction with Cortney Jenkins and Laura Deeken: Podcast EP 107

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. 

Book Club Chat 3 with Steve Grcevich & Lamar Hardwick: Podcast EP 106

Book Club Chat 3 with Steve Grcevich & Lamar Hardwick: Podcast EP 106

Dr. Steve Grcevich sits down and interviews Dr. Lamar Hardwick on his new book How Ableism Fuels Racism. This is the final part of a 3-part series.