Category Archives: Key Ministry

How Can We Pray For You or Your Ministry?

Posted on December 2, 2011 by Dr. G

I’ve been invited to participate in a 24-hour prayer vigil taking place this evening through tomorrow evening at a nearby church served by our ministry. I’d be honored to pray for any specific needs or requests of anyone following our blog or served by the efforts of our Key Ministry team. I’d also be very pleased to offer praise and thanksgiving for the blessings experienced this past year by those touched through our ministry. Continue reading →

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The Mental Health Needs of Kids in Foster Care

Posted on December 1, 2011 by Dr. G

Churches planning ministry initiatives to serve kids in foster care need first to develop competency at serving kids with serious mental health issues and their families.
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Counting Our Blessings!

Posted on November 24, 2011 by Dr. G

Our team at Key Ministry (and me personally) have lots to be thankful for in 2011! In the last ten days, we had our major Board meeting for the year and an opportunity to plan ahead in earnest for 2012. In the process of working on our Annual Report, I decided to develop a list of the top ten ministry-related blessings we’ve experienced in the past year. This was a great exercise-I had a very hard time choosing just ten. God’s been exceedingly gracious to us over the past year! Here goes…
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An Early Christmas Present for Key Ministry…And The Churches We Serve

Posted on November 22, 2011 by Dr. G

I’m very pleased to announce that our friend and colleague Harmony Hensley will be taking on a greatly expanded role with Key Ministry in 2012 and beyond.

Harmony has felt called to take on a newly created position of Director of Ministry Advancement. She’ll be assuming a role on our core ministry team alongside Rebecca Hamilton and Katie Wetherbee.
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Kids With Aggressive Behavior at Church…How Can Parents Help?

Posted on October 13, 2011 by Dr. G

Parents of kids at risk for aggressive behavior have responsibilities they should meet in order for everyone (their child, other children, volunteers and church staff) to have a God-honoring experience that promotes Kingdom building and spiritual growth. Here are four steps parents can take to help improve the likelihood their child will be safely and successfully included in church programming and activities… Continue reading →

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Kids With Aggressive Behavior…What’s it Like For Their Parents?

Posted on October 11, 2011 by Dr. G

Bottom line…families of kids with maladaptive aggression have lots of needs. They need a welcoming church where they can grow spiritually so that they can fulfill their responsibilities as the primary faith trainers to their other children. They have relational needs. They need Christian community, but they also need time to build their relationships with one another. They also need a place where they feel accepted. Continue reading →

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Church…A Hostile Environment? (Part Two) Harmony Hensley

Posted on October 6, 2011 by Dr. G

I would encourage you to take a two pronged approach to making your church a more welcoming environment for families and kids impacted by disability.
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Inclusion Fusion Speakers: Rhonda Martin

Posted on October 5, 2011 by Dr. G

Noted children’s author and Key Ministry Board member Rhonda Martin has graciously agreed to take a break from her current worldwide book tour to serve as a presenter for Inclusion Fusion. Her lecture will be on the topic: Nurturing Spiritual Growth in Kids with Anxiety.
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When Mood Dysregulation Heightens Risk for Aggression at Church

Posted on September 27, 2011 by Dr. G

Here’s a general rule of thumb…When a child or teen is demonstrating aggressive behavior that appears to be predominantly impulsive in nature, decreasing the sensory stimulation in the environment is generally helpful. When a child or teen demonstrates aggressive behavior resulting primarily from perseveration on a perceived hurt or frustration, distracting the child as early as possible in the cycle is generally helpful. Continue reading →

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Fruit…Guest Post from Rebecca Hamilton

Posted on September 15, 2011 by Dr. G

We covered all the specifics that night; I fielded a few phone calls and e-mails with last-minute questions before these proverbial little birds were ready to fly. Their first respite night is coming up this Friday, and once a month thereafter. I can’t wait to hear all the stories that will come from their sincere desire to serve their community for Christ. I’m privileged to have been a small part of what I know will shine a bright, pure light toward Christ. Please join us in praying for their efforts, and for the efforts of every church that wants to serve in this way. His love is amazing!
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