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A Better Question: Podcast Episode 004
In this episode, Lamar Hardwick examines how our theology influences disability ministry and how the experience of disability influences our understanding of God, faith, and life. We will talk about how understanding disability doesn’t begin with having all the right answers, but how understanding disability requires that we ask the right questions.
The World is Different Now
Today’s blog post addresses the topic of child abuse. It is a powerful account of both human evil and the forgiveness available through Christ. Please read with care.
How do I teach my kids to interact with people who have disabilities?
“How do I teach my kids to interact with people who have disabilities?” Jolene Philo gives 7 tips on how to teach your kids how to interact with people who have disabilities. These tips are geared for kids, but they can be adapted for adults who act uncomfortable around anyone with disabilities and special needs––kids, adults, and senior citizens.
Anchors of Wellness: An Interview with Kimberly Britt: Podcast Episode 093
In today’s episode, Catherine Boyle interviews Kimberly Britt from Anchor International. Kimberly will be presenting at Disability and the Church 2024. We hope you’ll enjoy this preview of the conference and the great work of Anchor International.
March 21st, World Down Syndrome Day
Evana Sandusky shares about her daughter Jaycee, who has Down syndrome, but is so much more than what people often assume. Happy world Down syndrome day!
Talk with Doc About Disability Ministry 101: Podcast Episode 092
Beth sits down with Doc Hunsley, the founder and executive director of SOAR Special Needs Ministry, who will be leading a Ministry Intensive at the Disability & The Church 2024 conference. Doc shares his personal journey of becoming involved in disability ministry as well as his passion for helping churches take the next step towards disability inclusion. Doc’s Ministry Intensive – Disability 101 – will cover various aspects of starting and enhancing a disability ministry, including volunteer recruitment, training, programming, and curriculum. Plus Beth learns a fact about Doc that she never would have guessed.
How Praying Scripture Can Revive Prayers for Your Children with Special Needs
Jenn Soehnlin writes on how praying scripture revived her life as a mom to two boys with disabilities.
Family Care Plans: Podcast Episode 091
In episode 091 of Key Ministry the Podcast, Sandra shares an idea for organizing care for disability families in your church and how the parable of the Good Samaritan provides guiding principles for how and why we provide that care.
The Power of Perspective and Flexibility in Ministry: Podcast Episode 090
In this week’s episode, Garett reflects on how life experiences shape our ministry perspectives while looking at the importance of being flexible in ministry with the goal of reaching more people with the hope of Jesus. He encourages us consider and embrace a ministry approach similar to that of the four friends who found a way to take their paralyzed friend to Jesus rather than allowing our preferences to dictate how we operate our churches.
When Parents of Kids with Disabilities Get Ahead of Themselves
Jolene Philo writes on when parents of kids with disabilities get ahead of themselves, and how to take it one step at a time.