Monthly Archives: April 2016

Wildflower…a conversation starter for the church on trauma and mental illness

Posted on April 10, 2016 by Dr. G

The film’s producers are partnering with Key Ministry and other mental health organizations to help bring awareness to these issues and to help lead individuals struggling with mental illness and trauma, along with their loved ones, to the resources and assistance they need to lead as full and healthy a life as possible. Continue reading →

Posted in Hidden Disabilities, Key Ministry, Mental Health, PTSD, Resources | Tagged Christian counseling, Cody Longo, Key Ministry, Mental Health Grace Alliance, mental illness, Michael Leaser, NAMI, Nathalia Ramos, PTSD, trauma, Wildflower | 2 Comments

Five strategies for maintaining hope if you’re struggling with depression

Posted on April 7, 2016 by Dr. G

Through my years of therapy for depression, I’ve acquired some strategies that help me hope in the future more often. Continue reading →

Posted in Depression, Mental Health, Strategies | Tagged Christian counseling, coping strategies, Depression, Gillian Marchenko, hope, Key Ministry, medication, Still Life | 7 Comments

Ron Sandison…She believed in the word “CAN”

Posted on April 6, 2016 by Dr. G

My mom’s belief in the word “CAN” paid off. My mom believed that by having me interact with typical children my own age I would learn essential social skills, and by developing my talents I could gain independence and accomplish my dreams. Continue reading →

Posted in Autism, Hidden Disabilities, Inclusion, Parents, Stories | Tagged A Parent's Guide to Autism, Autism, autism refined, Biblical Wisdom, Key Ministry, Kristine Barnett, parenting, pastor, Ron Sandison, seminary | 1 Comment

Autism resources from Key Ministry

Posted on April 5, 2016 by Dr. G

Key Ministry has developed many resources for pastors, church staff members, volunteers and families interested in supporting kids with autism spectrum disorders. We encourage you to share this listing freely with any church or any family that would find the resources helpful. Continue reading →

Posted in Autism, Hidden Disabilities, Key Ministry | Tagged Asperger's Disorder, Autism, children's ministry, Chuck Swindoll, church, Colleen Swindoll-Thompson, Dave Lynden, Dr. Cara Daily, Emily Colson, Jeff Davidson, Katie Wetherbee, Key Ministry, Mike Woods, Sandra Peoples, Special Needs Ministry, Stephanie Prosser, Stephen Grcevich MD, student ministry | Leave a comment

The suicide epidemic among high-functioning persons with autism

Posted on April 3, 2016 by Dr. G

Adults with autism and no intellectual disability are over NINE TIMES MORE LIKELY to commit suicide when compared to their age-matched peers. Continue reading →