Tag Archives: Inclusion

Creating Mental Health Ministry in a Local Church – A Year in the Life

Posted on June 12, 2016 by Dr. G

If you think mental health ministry is something your church should consider, just start the conversation. If your church is like most, the pastors and staff are already aware of mental health needs in your faith community. Prayerfully consider if Jesus isn’t asking you to step up and reach out to the ones who can’t reach out for themselves. Continue reading →

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Teaching the essentials to reach children of all abilities at church

Posted on June 7, 2016 by Shannon

If children and students at our church only grasp one thing today, what should it be? Continue reading →

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Are you ready to help?

Posted on June 5, 2016 by Dr. G

We’re honored that 64 churches in 24 states with identified disability ministries have chosen to partner with us to launch Key for Families by registering with our church network and expressing a willingness to welcome families in need of a church who access our online platforms. Continue reading →

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“iPad church”

Posted on May 29, 2016 by Dr. G

Praise God that people who may not have been willing or able to set foot here on campus can hear the truth of God’s love for them. Continue reading →

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Welcoming our new teammate…Beth Golik

Posted on May 23, 2016 by Dr. G

Beth Golik is joining our team as our new ministry coordinator. Continue reading →

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Partnering with parents to display the works of God in special needs ministry

Posted on May 17, 2016 by Shannon

Because every child’s disability is unique, it’s vital to talk with each family to figure out the best ways to include their child in your church. Continue reading →

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Connecting with the Community: Stepping Outside the Church to Grow Your Ministry

Posted on May 15, 2016 by Dr. G

Recently, our church was the first host site for a Guinness World Record attempt for creating the world’s largest fingerprint painting aimed at raising awareness for playgrounds that are accessible for everyone, including those with disabilities.
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What some pastors believe about mental illness…

Posted on May 13, 2016 by Dr. G

Pentecostal and non-denominational pastors were more likely to view depression as being caused by a lack of faith in God.
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Mother’s Day…It’s complicated

Posted on May 8, 2016 by Dr. G

We learn to delight in what is and let go of what illness and disability has robbed us and our kids. Continue reading →

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Six reasons people with disabilities don’t know we love them

Posted on April 27, 2016 by Dr. G

“Jesus loved all the unsanctioned people.” And today? Some of those same groups, as well as a few more, are still treated as unsanctioned by some of our churches. Often, they don’t know we love them. Why? Continue reading →

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