Category Archives: Key Ministry

Everyone is welcome at church tonight…

Posted on December 24, 2014 by Dr. G

Some Christmas wishes come true! Continue reading →

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Our ten most popular blog posts of 2014…

Posted on December 22, 2014 by Dr. G

Sharing today’s post is an excellent way of introducing the blog…and Key Ministry with pastors, friends and family members who would be blessed! Continue reading →

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A look back at 2014…

Posted on December 9, 2014 by Dr. G

Our team has been taking a look back at this past year to examine what worked, what didn’t and to better understand how our services and resources are accessed by the churches and families we serve. I’ll share some of our more interesting observations… Continue reading →

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TWO disability ministry training events in Northeast Ohio in February…

Posted on November 30, 2014 by Dr. G

We’d like to invite our friends across the Midwest and Great Lakes region to join us on February 6-7 for TWO major disability ministry training events in Northeast Ohio. Continue reading →

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Can God use our anxiety for good?

Posted on November 28, 2014 by Dr. G

When we judge someone’s faith or spiritual life because of their anxiety, we ultimately push them into a place of shame. Shame drives people into hiding and not seeking and getting the help they need. Continue reading →

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A journey of faith…Guest blogger Cathy Blatnik

Posted on November 25, 2014 by Dr. G

At one time, having Dominic make his First Holy Communion was something that I could only dream about. On May the third, it became a reality. Continue reading →

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Time, talent and treasure

Posted on November 23, 2014 by Dr. G

For us to do the ministry we do with a relatively limited budget, it’s absolutely essential for our supporters to contribute their time, talent and treasure in support of the mission. Continue reading →

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A shocking statistic…

Posted on November 20, 2014 by Dr. G

Nearly 61% of our attendees with a disability or a family member with a disability reports the experience of being unable to attend church as a result of that disability. Continue reading →

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Goin’ to California…

Posted on November 19, 2014 by Dr. G

Joni’s full vision for disability ministry will be on display at the Global Access Conference 2015, to be held this coming February 17-20 at Calvary Community Church in Westlake Village, CA.
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Leading online support groups…Lorna Bradley

Posted on November 18, 2014 by Dr. G

Online support groups create pathways of connection and support for even the most isolated of special needs parents. Continue reading →

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