Category Archives: Hidden Disabilities

Harmony Hensley: Welcoming Ministry Environments for Kids With ADHD (Part Two)

Harmony discusses use of wall color, wall decor and signage in environments for kids with ADHD, along with thoughts for churches contemplating a new construction project or renovation. Continue reading

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Barb Dittrich: My ADHD Sundays

Do we sit down front where she is more engaged or sit in the back where fewer people see and judge our parenting skills? Wherever we are seated, she must be sandwiched between her father and I so that no physical tussles with siblings recur. Continue reading

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Karen Sunderhaft: Expert Tips on Teaching Kids With ADHD (Part One)

You need to take the time at the beginning of the year to set up some classroom rules and expectations so the rest of the year just flows peacefully and successfully….at least most of the time. Continue reading

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What Keeps Kids With ADHD Out of Church? Part One

In all probability, the kids aren’t coming to church if the parent doesn’t bring them to church. Continue reading

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The Apple Doesn’t Fall Far From the Tree…ADHD in Families

We can talk about ministry environments and curriculum all we want, but we’re not going to be able to help kids with ADHD to grow spiritually unless we can connect with and build influence with their parents.
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Can we use your story to help churches?

We’re looking for some families willing to share their stories to help Key Ministry help churches.
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What Source of Key Ministry Information Will Work Best for You?

Our team at Key Ministry has been tirelessly working to develop web-based resources and user-friendly social media to advance the cause of connecting families of kids with hidden disabilities to churches. We have a new website, two blogs, a Facebook page, my … Continue reading

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What Services Does Key Ministry Provide to Churches?

Ultimately, we want Key Ministry to be all about relationships and not just resources. After all, Christianity is ultimately about a relationship…with Jesus Christ. Continue reading

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Pediatric bipolar resources for church staff, volunteers and families

Here are four resources I’d recommend highly to anyone looking to learn more about bipolar disorder in children and teens: Continue reading

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How might bipolar disorder affect church participation and spiritual development?

It’s more likely in our practice that a family of a child with an autism spectrum disorder will be involved with church than a family of a child with bipolar disorder. Continue reading

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