Sandra Peoples shares 8 steps to take so you’ll be ready to welcome and support kids with disabilities at VBS this summer.
Acceptable and Accessible Churches with Chris Hulshof: Podcast Episode 036
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!
Supporting Grieving Families through the Holidays: Podcast Ep 026
Recruiting, Training & Supporting Buddies in Your Church
The buddies in our church make the gospel accessible and help our students participate in class with their peers. Like Moses and Aaron, we all need a little help to live out the Christian life and fulfill the calling God has given us! Here’s how to recruit, train, and support buddies in your ministries!
Creating ISPs (Individualized Spiritual Plans!) for Every Student in Your Special-Needs Ministry
As teachers and leaders, we get to encourage the spiritual development of the students in our churches. But what should we expect from the children in our special-needs classes? Sandra Peoples shares how to write ISPs for each child in your special-needs ministry—Individualized Spiritual Plans that will help you set goals and measure progress!
How Special-Needs Ministries Should Plan for Re-Entry
Tips for Communicating with Special-Needs Parents
In order to communicate with care and compassion, ministry leaders need to understand the five phases of special-needs parenting. In the video below, I give an overview of the phases, share what families need from their church in each phase, and give communication tips that are effective no matter what phase parents are in.
How Many Children with Disabilities Should I Expect at a Church My Size?
New Blog on the Patheos Platform
We're excited to share with you a new branch of the Key Ministry for Families blog—Not Alone Special Needs Parenting on the Patheos platform.
