Tag Archives: Key Ministry

Steve AND Shannon will be presenting at #GlobalAccess2015

Posted on January 21, 2015 by Dr. G

Shannon will be leading a workshop on The Special Needs of Foster and Adoptive Families and leading a roundtable discussion on What are some practical implications of the verse “Blessed are the nations whose God is the Lord?”
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The elephant in the living room…Sin, mental illness and the church

Posted on January 16, 2015 by Dr. G

We appear to be far more interested in (and comfortable with) outreach to kids, teens and adults who we view as having little or no moral culpability for their disabilities. Continue reading →

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HIV and other blood-borne pathogens in children’s ministry…Shannon Dingle

Posted on January 11, 2015 by Dr. G

So what should you do if there’s a child with HIV in your church? The same thing you should do otherwise: use best practices for first aid and show love to the child and parents. Continue reading →

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We’re looking to fill a “Key” leadership position…

Posted on January 6, 2015 by Dr. G

We’ve grown to the point that we’re now seeking an Executive Director to assume oversight of the day-to-day activities of the ministry. Continue reading →

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The myth that love is always enough…

Posted on January 4, 2015 by Dr. G

Sadly, love isn’t always enough, and the implication that it is (or should be) with kids exposed to trauma or neglect is as destructive as the myth that mental illness is caused by a problem with sin or inadequate faith.
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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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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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