Tag Archives: Vineyard Community Church

And a Child Shall Lead Them

Posted on March 2, 2011 by Dr. G

While our focus at Key Ministry is to help churches serve, welcome and include families of kids with hidden disabilities with the intent that the kids and their families will greatly benefit from being in a church where they can come to know and love Jesus, there’s a huge potential for spiritual growth among kids given the opportunity to serve in such a ministry.
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Thinking “Orange”: How churches can pursue families of kids with disabilities

Posted on February 15, 2011 by Dr. G

Most kids who have a hidden disability can be included in age-appropriate church programming without “buddies” when ministry leaders are attuned to the effect sensory issues, transitions, program design and specific activities have on kids with common conditions like ADHD, anxiety and Asperger’s Disorder. Continue reading →

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The Importance of Christian Community

Posted on January 30, 2011 by Dr. G

I can’t imagine what it would be like to struggle with the burdens and challenges presented to parents of kids with disabilities without the ability to connect with other people with similar interests, passions and faith in Jesus Christ. Continue reading →

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Harmony Hensley: Welcoming Ministry Environments for Kids With ADHD (Part Two)

Posted on October 22, 2010 by Dr. G

Harmony discusses use of wall color, wall decor and signage in environments for kids with ADHD, along with thoughts for churches contemplating a new construction project or renovation. Continue reading →

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What Services Does Key Ministry Provide to Churches?

Posted on September 4, 2010 by Dr. G

Ultimately, we want Key Ministry to be all about relationships and not just resources. After all, Christianity is ultimately about a relationship…with Jesus Christ. Continue reading →

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Rolling out the Red Carpet

Posted on July 18, 2010 by Dr. G

We want to help churches create the kinds of environments that unchurched families (families we seek to serve) want to attend. What do those environments look like for families with kids with sensory processing issues? Families in which a child (or a parent) struggles to overcome social anxiety? Kids who struggle to ignore distractions in their immediate surroundings? Continue reading →

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