Ministry
OUR MINISTRY PHILOSOPHY
Advance inclusion.
Empower churches.
Make disciples.
Key Ministry’s philosophy is to collaboratively advance the cause of disability and mental health ministry by sharing resources, leveraging technology, and expanding the movement’s reach—empowering churches and partners to create inclusive environments where everyone can serve and be served.
OUR MINISTRY PHILOSOPHY
Advance inclusion.
Empower churches.
Make disciples.
Key Ministry’s philosophy is to collaboratively advance the cause of disability and mental health ministry by sharing resources, leveraging technology, and expanding the movement’s reach—empowering churches and partners to create inclusive environments where everyone can serve and be served.
It emphasizes creating inclusive environments where every person, regardless of their physical, cognitive, or emotional challenges, can fully participate in the life of the church, experience the love of Christ, and grow in faith. By addressing disabilities that are often unseen (such as anxiety, depression, autism, PTSD, and ADHD), we help churches understand and minister to the diverse needs of all individuals, ensuring no one is left behind.
Unlike disability ministry, which may address a broader range of physical and cognitive impairments, mental health ministry specifically addresses conditions like anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, and schizophrenia. By recognizing the often unseen struggles of mental health (such as chronic stress, mood disorders, or personality disorders), we help churches provide a safe space for individuals to encounter Christ and receive holistic care for their mental, emotional, and spiritual well-being.
It focuses on creating a safe, supportive environment where healing and spiritual growth can occur. By addressing the effects of both visible and unseen trauma (such as abuse, neglect, combat-related PTSD, or adverse childhood experiences), we help churches provide care that acknowledges the deep, often hidden wounds people carry, allowing them to experience God’s love and restoration.
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Conferences
Our conferences equip church leaders and volunteers to better serve individuals and families impacted by disability, mental health challenges, and trauma. Through keynote sessions, workshops, and collaborative discussions, we provide practical tools and resources to create more welcoming and inclusive church environments. These gatherings encouragement, equiping, networking and more, all for the purpose of bringing together church leaders.
Training
Our training fosters learning through digital resources, group discussions, and collaborative networking opportunities. Events like IdeaShare and Disability Ministry roundtables create spaces where church leaders can exchange ideas, share challenges, and develop strategies together. This dynamic, community-based approach helps churches build practical knowledge and strengthen their ministry efforts.
Coaching
Our coaching offers personalized, one-on-one guidance for church leaders and teams looking to develop or strengthen their disability, mental health, and trauma ministries. Through ongoing support and tailored advice, we help churches navigate specific challenges, implement best practices, and create long-term strategies for fostering inclusive environments that reflect the love of Christ.
Resources
Our resources provide churches with practical tools, guides, and materials to support disability, mental health, and trauma ministries. From downloadable curriculum to how-to guides and video tutorials, we offer a wide range of free, accessible resources that help churches create welcoming and inclusive spaces for all individuals and families.
RESOURCES
Everything I Have
Still Life
When Hurting People Come to Church: A Vision for Mental Health Ministry Ep 166
3 Myths in the Church About Mental Health
DATC 2026 Call for Speakers
John 10 and The 5 Qualities of the Disability Effective Leader with Chris Hulshof Ep 163
School Daze or School Days?
Salvation for Children with Disabilities with Sandra Peoples Ep 162
Having Student Volunteers in your Disability Ministry with Amy Kendall Ep 161
A Theology of Belonging with Chris Hulshof Ep 160
Everything I Have
In the first few months of 2012, I found myself unemployed after experiencing job loss from the private elementary school where I was working. To fill the gap until I found another teaching position, I took a job as a personal care assistant for a young man with...
Still Life
A picture is worth a thousand words, they say. But, some pictures are worth so much more. Our daughter, son-in-law, and sons have opened their hearts and home to foster care. One time they welcomed a “family” of several siblings. We observed each child, while...
When Hurting People Come to Church: A Vision for Mental Health Ministry Ep 166
Dr. Steve Grcevich interviews Dr. Jim Sells about his new book When Hurting People Come to Church, coauthored with Shaunti Feldhahn. Together, they explore a practical model for how churches can support people with mental health struggles—not just through professional...
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