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Five Things to Try When You're Bummed Out or Burned Out in Disability Ministry: Podcast Episode 079

Five Things to Try When You're Bummed Out or Burned Out in Disability Ministry: Podcast Episode 079

Have you ever planned an event and it wasn’t the success you thought it would be? Or maybe you are feeling overwhelmed by your to-do list even though it’s work that God has called you to? Beth has five strategies to share that just might help if you are in a season of being bummed out or burned out. She will provide words of encouragement and some practical steps to get you back on track and, hopefully, in a healthy and productive place.

How did we do that? We didn’t. The Holy Spirit did it!: Podcast Episode 060

How did we do that? We didn’t. The Holy Spirit did it!: Podcast Episode 060

Each summer, our Shine Disabilities Ministry team hosts Camp Freedom, which an action-packed weekend where campers with intellectual, developmental, and physical disabilities experience summer camp in a way they most enjoy. The blessings and the memories and the logistics from the event always leave me asking “How did we do that?” But as we see through the ministry of Peter and John in Acts 3-4, we didn’t do any of it. The Holy Spirit did it!

DATC2023 by the Numbers: Podcast Episode 50

DATC2023 by the Numbers: Podcast Episode 50

In this week’s episode, Beth celebrates our 50th episode and shares some DATC2023 stats, from geographic breakdown of attendees to number of snacks consumed.

VBS: A Plan for Inclusion: Podcast Episode 049

VBS: A Plan for Inclusion: Podcast Episode 049

Sandra Peoples shares 8 steps to take so you’ll be ready to welcome and support kids with disabilities at VBS this summer.

Why you and your ministry teammates need to attend Disability and the Church (D&TC23)

Why you and your ministry teammates need to attend Disability and the Church (D&TC23)

On behalf of our entire Key Ministry team, it’s my privilege to welcome you to join us for Disability and the Church, the largest live in-person disability ministry conference in North America. This year’s conference is being hosted at Bay Presbyterian Church on April 28th and 29th, 2023, with pre-conference intensives offered on April 27th. Disability and the Church is presented by Key Ministry with the support of the Tim Tebow Foundation.

5 Reasons to Attend DATC2023: Podcast Episode 035

5 Reasons to Attend DATC2023: Podcast Episode 035

In this week’s episode, Catherine Boyle gives five reasons why the Disability and The Church Conference is a unique opportunity for ministry leaders and anyone affected by disability.

5 Tips for Hosting a Sensory-Friendly Worship Service: Podcast Episode 034

5 Tips for Hosting a Sensory-Friendly Worship Service: Podcast Episode 034

In today’s episode, Beth Golik shares 5 tips for hosting a sensory-friendly worship service at your church!

Resolutions to Serve Special Needs Families: Ep. 033

Resolutions to Serve Special Needs Families: Ep. 033

Are you ready to set some goals for your ministry in 2023? In this episode, Sandra Peoples will talk about the purpose behind our goals and share four ideas for goals you might want to plan for! And stick around until the end for a pep talk about success and failure in ministry. 

Celebrating 20 Years: an Interview with Dr. Steve Grcevich: Podcast Ep 032

Celebrating 20 Years: an Interview with Dr. Steve Grcevich: Podcast Ep 032

In today’s episode, Beth Golik and Catherine Boyle interview our founder, Dr. Steve Grcevich. Together they reflect on the past twenty years and share plans for the future—including the 2023 Disability and the Church Conference!

Including Special-Needs Families in Your Church's Christmas Activities: Podcast Episode 029

Including Special-Needs Families in Your Church's Christmas Activities: Podcast Episode 029

Podcast co-host 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!