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Category Archives: Autism
Helping families discover their unexpected blessings
Sandra has written a remarkable book that will be a great source of comfort and encouragement through revealing “the joys and possibilities of life in a special needs family.” Continue reading
It’s the hidden disabilities that keep kids out of church
The study found that the children most likely to be excluded from church are those with autism spectrum disorders and common mental health conditions – anxiety, depression, Oppositional Defiant Disorder, Conduct Disorder and ADHD. Continue reading
Posted in Autism, Hidden Disabilities, Inclusion, Key Ministry, Mental Health, Strategies
Tagged ADHD, Andrew Whitehead, anxiety, Autism, children's ministry, church attendance, Depression, Disability Ministry, Hidden Disabilities, Key Ministry, mental health and the church, mental health ministry resources, Oppositional Defiant Disorder, Special Needs Ministry, youth ministry
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The mental health crisis among persons with autism
Perhaps one of the reasons the church has struggled to effectively minister with many persons with autism spectrum disorders is that we don’t do a very good job of welcoming and including children and adults with mental health-related challenges common among persons with autism? Continue reading
Autism resources for ministry leaders and families
Key Ministry has developed an array of resources for pastors, church staff members, volunteers and families interested in supporting kids with autism spectrum disorders. We encourage you to share these resources freely with church leaders or families that would find them helpful. Continue reading
Dr. Karen Crum…10 Ways to Make Bible Camp Successful for Children with Autism and Related Challenges
Here are ten ideas for staff wanting to help children with autism succeed at a camp for typical kids. Continue reading
Autism resources from Key Ministry
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
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The suicide epidemic among high-functioning persons with autism
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
Posted in Autism, Controversies, Hidden Disabilities, Inclusion, Key Ministry, Mental Health, Special Needs Ministry
Tagged #LIUB, Autism, Autism Awareness Month, children's ministry, Christianity Today, churches, Disability Ministry, Key Ministry, mental illness, risk factors, Sandra Peoples, sensory processing, social communication, social isolation, Special Needs Ministry, Stephen Grcevich MD, student ministry, suicide
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It’s Autism Awareness Day, How Aware Is Your Church? #LIUB
No matter the size of a church, you can make a difference for families affected by autism. Continue reading
