Tag Archives: Key Ministry

When church leaders talk about mental illness, spiritual evil and demons…

Posted on July 24, 2014 by Dr. G

We have to be EXTREMELY CAREFUL when telling people who approach the church for help that they have a sin problem (after all, we ALL have a sin problem!) when they truly have a mental health problem. Continue reading →

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I’m not like “those kids”

Posted on July 23, 2014 by Dr. G

The kids (and their families) are exquisitely sensitive to perceptions of being “different” from everyone else. This is a key reason why they don’t fit into most “special needs ministry” models and why they’re inclined to avoid “programs” that draw attention to their differences. Continue reading →

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The top four reasons for attending…or hosting the Front Door Church

Posted on July 20, 2014 by Dr. G

Do you want to do something you’ve never done before to reach people who have never been reached before with the saving message of Christ? Do you enjoy communicating and connecting with others? Is there a group of people that you could extend an invitation to join you at online church? Do you feel comfortable sharing spontaneous prayer with and for others? Is there a time of day that works best for you where you sense others would join you at online church? Do you have access to a computer and feel capable with Facebook? These simple requirements make you the perfect host! Continue reading →

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Updated: Families impacted by depression…How can the church help?

Posted on July 18, 2014 by Dr. G

Society still places a stigma on mental illness, but Christians make it worse, he said, by “over-spiritualizing” depression and other disorders — dismissing them as a lack of faith or a sign of weakness. Continue reading →

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Save the dates for Inclusion Fusion 2014!

Posted on July 13, 2014 by Dr. G

Inclusion Fusion is a worldwide web-based conference to resource ministry to families impacted by disabilities. The conference is an opportunity for Christ followers everywhere…pastors, church staff, volunteers, parents and caregivers to come together in cyberspace to share ideas and resources for the purpose of advancing the disability ministry movement.
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Missio Dei

Posted on July 10, 2014 by Dr. G

How might the way you do special needs ministry beyond the walls of your church be affected by recapturing the sense of being sent? Continue reading →

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Talk back to us!

Posted on July 1, 2014 by Dr. G

We’re interested in hearing from families impacted by disability, as well as pastors, ministry leaders and professionals serving kids and adults with disabilities so we might best prioritize new tools and resources in the coming year. Continue reading →

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A disability is still a disability for kids who aren’t disabled all the time

Posted on June 29, 2014 by Dr. G

Many kids and adults experience mental health conditions that substantially limits their ability to participate in church as a major life activity while maintaining reasonably high levels of functioning at school, at work or at home. Continue reading →

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If a kid has mental illness, who will invite their family to church?

Posted on June 26, 2014 by Dr. G

It’s hard for families to be invited to church when they don’t know anyone who regularly attends church. Continue reading →

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Past experiences of church have left many families hurting and broken…

Posted on June 22, 2014 by Dr. G

We hardly ever go to church any more. I write this with tears in my eyes because I want to find a church where my kids and I are accepted, and yes, even given “special” treatment from time to time…I am so close to just giving up on church. Continue reading →

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