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Each week, Key Ministry: The Podcast hosts Dr. Lamar Hardwick, Beth Golik, Sandra Peoples, Dr. Steve Grcevich, and Catherine Boyle will cover topics related to disability and mental health. You will deepen your theology of disability, learn ways to reach

Dr. Lamar Hardwick, Beth Golik, Sandra Peoples, Dr. Steve Grcevich, and Catherine Boyle


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    144: How Curiosity and a Few New Strategies Can Expand the Kingdom with Kim Botto

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2025 11:37


    Enjoy this talk pulled from the archives of last year's Disability and the Church Conference by Kim Botto. Kim discusses ways to better include all kids in the Kingdom of God.Find the full Show-Notes at: https://keyministry.org/podcast/

    143: Dr. Terisha Lee on Podcasting, Practical Theology, and More!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2025 24:34


    Elaina chats with Dr. Terisha Lee about her professional experience cultivating a relationship between social services & practical theology. They also discuss the upcoming Disability and the Church Conference, and Dr. Lee's podcast with Dr. Lamar Hardwick.Find the full Show-Notes here; https://keyministry.org/podcast/

    142: Physician Assisted Suicide, Disability Inclusion & Advocacy with Melissa Ortiz

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 10, 2025 57:00


    Dr. Steve Grcevich sits down with Melissa Ortiz to discuss her history with disability & advocacy, physician assisted suicide, along with what she will be sharing at Disability and the Church Conference. Find the full Show-Notes here.

    Ep 141 ChatGPT: Could It Be Your Ministry's Accessibility Advisor?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 3, 2025 21:30


    Sandra Peoples shares how ministry leaders can use ChatGPT to know how to welcome kids with disabilities, train volunteers, make modifications, and support behavior challenges. Could it be your ministry accessibility advisor? Sandra says yes and teaches you how to get the most out of it.  Find the full Show-Notes at:

    EP 140: Jesus, Disability & Theology with Chris Hulshof

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 28, 2025 53:49


    In this episode, Larah has a conversation with Dr. Chris Hulshof to discuss what it means to cultivate a truly inclusive church culture—one that moves beyond passive acceptance to active participation for people with disabilities. They explore the foundations of disability-inclusive leadership and how pastors and church leaders can take practical steps toward shifting their congregations in this direction.Find the full Show-Notes at: https://keyministry.org/2025/03/28/jesus-disability-theology-with-chris-hulshof-ep-140/

    How to Plan a Disability Ministry Summer Camp EP 139

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 20, 2025 37:09


    In this episode, Larah Roberts sits down with Sara Dalgliesh to talk all things summer camp! Sara shares how her church's disability ministry team plans, prepares, and runs an inclusive and gospel-centered summer camp for kids of all abilities. From organizing volunteers to adapting activities and creating a welcoming environment, she gives practical insights and encouragement for churches looking to do the same. If you're thinking about launching or improving your disability ministry's summer camp, you won't want to miss this conversation!To find the full Show-Notes go to : www.keyministry.org/podcast

    An Accessible Church is a Healthy Church EP138

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2025 26:24


    Sandra Peoples interviews Pastor Jim Roden, and they talk about the characteristics of accessible churches that help make them healthy churches. You'll be surprised by the last three!Find the full show-notes at: https://keyministry.org/2025/03/06/an-accessible-church-is-a-healthy-church-ep-138/

    Living Out the Great Commission Within the Walls of the University, Dawn Allen from BUILD at Bethel University: EP 137

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2025 36:45


    Elaina chats with Dawn Allen, the director of Bethel University's BUILD program, a special program equipping and encouraging students with intellectual disabilities to attend college!Find the full show-notes at: https://keyministry.org/2025/02/20/living-out-the-great-commission-within-the-walls-of-the-university-dawn-allen-from-build-at-bethel-university-ep-137/

    Finding KiND with Kari Baker: Podcast EP 136

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2025 33:47


    Elaina sits down with Kari Baker, author of Finding KiND: Discovering Hope and Purpose While Loving Kids with Invisible Neurological Differences, and talks about special needs parenting, autism spectrum, and supporting other families on the same journey. Go to www.keyministry.org/podcast for the full show-notes!

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    135: Help for Planning 2025 with Sandra Peoples

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 6, 2025 14:46


    It's February, and we've all somewhat settled into 2025 and are ready to look ahead to what the year will bring. To help you prepare for your church's steps of accessibility and inclusive events, we've created a Ministry Planning Calendar! In this episode, Sandra Peoples will walk you through ideas for planning ahead and praying for what God will do in 2025. Download your calendar & find the full Show-Notes at: keyministry.org/podcast 

    Supporting Families Affected by Disability with Rachael VerMeulen from A Little Extra Love: EP 134

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 30, 2025 25:56


    Elaina Marchenko sits down with Rachael VerMeulen from A Little Extra Love Ministries to talk about the reality for families affected by special needs, the need for disability support in Colorado, and what Rachael will be sharing at Disability & the Church Conference.Find the full show-notes at: www.keyministry.org/podcast

    Night to Shine, What You Need to Know! Podcast Ep: 133

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 23, 2025 24:02


    Larah Roberts sits down with Beth Golik and talks about the annual Night to Shine Event sponsored by the Tim Tebow Foundation. Beth gives a peek into what the event looks like and also shares how your church can prepare and host one of these events in your city!Find the full show-notes at: www.keyministry.org/podcast

    Looking Back, Looking Ahead with Andrea Roseman from Access Ministry: Podcast EP 132

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 16, 2025 32:07


    Elaina sits down with Andrea Roseman from Access Ministry to discuss the wins of 2024, the changes she wants to make in 2025, and the way the Lord is working in and through Access Ministry.Find the full Show-notes at: www.keyministry.org/podcast

    131: Your Ministry Wins from 2024 & Ministry Opportunities in 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 9, 2025 11:10


    Sandra Peoples shares praise reports from churches across the country as we celebrate what God is doing through accessible churches. She also shares the biggest challenges churches say they are facing in the new year and lists resources to help with each challenge.Go to www.keyministry.org/podcast for the full show-notes!

    Reasons to Celebrate: EP 130

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 19, 2024 5:27


    Elaina sits down and shares a few of the many reasons we have to celebrate here at Key Ministry this year. We are so grateful for all that the Lord has done in and through our ministry in 2024, and we can't wait to see what he does in 2025!Find the full shownotes at: www.keyministry.org/church4everychild

    Including Special-Needs Families in Your Church's Christmas Activities: Podcast Episode 129 (Re-run)

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 12, 2024 10:47


    Sandra Peoples grew up with a sister with Down syndrome and now has a teenager with level 3 autism, so she knows how different the holidays can feel for a family like hers. But they don't have to feel different at church! With a few steps of consideration, she shares how families can feel included and valued. Let's make sure special-needs families can hear the message of hope this Christmas!Find the full Show-Notes at: www.keyministry.org/podcast

    Summer Interns for Your Disability Ministry: Podcast EP 128

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 5, 2024 24:45


    Sandra Peoples interviews Lexi Melia on her experiences as a disability ministry intern, and they share advice for ministry leaders who are looking for an intern for next summer!Find the full show-notes at: www.keyministry.org/podcast

    Mental Illness and How it Draws Us Closer to God with Sergei Marchenko: Podcast EP 127

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 28, 2024 37:12


    Elaina sits down with Pastor Sergei Marchenko to discuss his experience with mental illness both in his home and church. Pastor Sergei shares hope for the hurting and discussed the importance of mental health awareness in the church, and from the pulpit.Find the full show-notes at: www.keyministry.org/podcast

    How to Care for Caregiving Families with Lisa Jamieson: Podcast Ep 126

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 21, 2024 48:12


    Elaina sits down and talks with Lisa Jamieson from Walk Right In Ministries about family caregivers, the holidays, and ways the church can better support them. Find the full show-notes at: www.keyministry.org/podcast

    A Conversation with Lauren Hickman from Hope Allen Center: Podcast EP 125

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 14, 2024 28:57


    In this episode, Lauren Hickman shares her personal journey and calling to disability ministry, describing how God has guided her every step of the way to serve families impacted by disability.Find the full show-notes at: www.keyministry.org/podcast

    Strategies for Small and Normative Sized Churches with Sandra Peoples: Podcast EP 124

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 7, 2024 8:46


    In today's episode, Sandra talks about the challenges small to normative-sized churches face in disability ministry and shares how the churches she's been a part of have overcome these challenges.Find the full show-notes at: www.keyministry.org/podcast

    Prepping for the Holidays, a Pastor & Parent Perspective with Sergei Marchenko

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 24, 2024 50:58


    This week Elaina, from Key Ministry, sits down with Sergei Marchenko, Lead Pastor of Chatham Bible Church, and Special Needs Parent. They discuss preparing for the holiday season, church inclusion, special needs parenting and more!Find the full show-notes at: www.keyministry.org/podcast

    Wrap-Around Mental Health Support: 4 Steps Any Church Can Take: Podcast EP 123

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 17, 2024 9:37


    In this episode of Key Ministry the Podcast, Catherine Boyle shares 4 steps any church can take when an individual or family has a significant mental health need that may require ongoing church support.Find the full show-notes at: www.keyministry.org/podcast

    Kelly & Daniel Rosati Panel Discussion: Podcast EP 121

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 10, 2024 20:05


    At Mental Health & the Church Conference 2024, Dr. Steve Grcevich interviewed Kelly & her son Daniel Rosati on their experience with Schizophrenia, their powerful testimony of Jesus' grace, and how the church can support families like theirs.Find the full Show-Notes at: www.keyministry.org/podcast

    Ministry Callings & Qualifications: Podcast EP 120

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 3, 2024 9:46


     Ministry Callings & Qualifications: Sandra Peoples was recently asked what qualifications she has to fulfill her ministry role. Maybe it's a question you've asked yourself! What qualifications and characteristics do you need to advocate for families and help your church be more accessible? If you're called to do disability ministry but don't always feel qualified, this episode is for youFind the full show-notes at: www.keyministry.org/podcast

    DATC25 Coming Soon: Podcast EP 119

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 26, 2024 20:35


    Larah Roberts goes back to the archives of Disability & the Church, and shares many compelling reasons for why you should plan to attend Disability & the Church 2025. We will be announcing the dates and location soon!

    Mental Health is Everybody's Job: An Interview with Dr. Adam Wilson: Podcast Episode 118

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 19, 2024 45:23


    In today's podcast, Dr. Adam Wilson from Denver Seminary joins Catherine Boyle to share about the work he and others within the seminary have done around mental health support within Christian schools. Dr. Wilson believes that mental health is everybody's job, whether you are a parent, teacher, ministry leader, or friend. Take a listen and read the transcript of this insightful conversation.Find the Full Show-Notes at: www.keyministry.org/podcast

    The Hanoi Beards are in the House! An Interview with Mike & Michelle Beard of Imago Work: Podcast EP 117

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 12, 2024 19:31


    Beth Golik interviews Mike & Michelle Beard from Imago Work, in Vietnam.Find the full Show-Notes at www.keyministry.org/podcast

    One Body, One Spirit with Jason Epps and Paul Pettit: Podcast Episode 116

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 5, 2024 51:21


    Sandra Peoples interviews Jason Epps and Paul Pettit about their book, One Body, One Spirit: Disability & Community in the Church. Hear about their friendship and how Jason's challenges with church accessibility led to them writing this book together. Find the full Show-Notes at www.keyministry.org/podcast

    New Operations Director! An Interview with Larah Roberts: Podcast Episode 115

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 29, 2024 25:11


    Elaina Marchenko sits down to interview Larah Roberts, the new Operations Director here at Key Ministry. Larah shares her heart for disability ministry, and her experience as a Special Needs mom.Find the full Show-Notes at: www.keyministry.org/podcast

    5 Phases of Disability Parenting & How Churches Can Support Families in Each Phase: Podcast EP 114

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 22, 2024 14:18


    Parents go through five phases as they raise their children with disabilities. It's helpful for ministry leaders to understand these phases so we know better how to support families in these different seasons. In this episode, Sandra Peoples shares characteristics of the phases, the needs parents have in each one, and how the church can support them along the way. Find the full Show-Notes at www.keyministry.org/podcast

    What is Religious Scrupulosity? An Interview with Dr. Chris Hulshof: Podcast Episode 113

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 15, 2024 26:48


    In this episode of Key Ministry the Podcast, Catherine Boyle is joined by Dr. Chris Hulshof from Liberty University. We'll be talking about a topic you may not be familiar with - but if you've been in ministry world for very long, you have probably seen, and that's Religious Scrupulosity. Dr. Hulshof provides valuable insights for supporting individuals with this mental health challenge.Go to www.keyministry.org/podcast for the full Show-Notes.

    Episode 112: 3 Must-Haves For Your Sensory Room

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 8, 2024 6:56


    Beth gives 3 must-have items for your sensory room.Go to www.keyministry.org/podcast to find the full show-notes.

    Summer Disability Ministry Recap: Podcast EP 111

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 1, 2024 42:29


    Sandra Peoples talks with Julie Hernandez, the Disability Ministry Director at her church Heights Baptist. They discuss the good and challenging parts of their summer activities in Disability Ministry.Go to www.keyministry.org/podcast to find the full Show-Notes.

    The Identity of a Special Needs Sibling

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 25, 2024 6:41


    Elaina Marchenko gives a peek into the life as a special needs sibling. She discusses the different phases of her identity as it grew and changed during her life as a special needs sibling.To find the full show-notes, go to www.keyministry.org/podcast

    The Kairos time for Your Mental Health Ministry: Podcast Episode 109

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 18, 2024 5:31


    Do you struggle with God's timing? Do you have a ministry dream that you don't know how to get started? The Mental Health and the Church conference may be just the place and time where God will bring your dreams into focus.Find the full Show-Notes at www.keyministry.org/podcast

    Summer Schedule, Summer Vibe: Podcast Episode 108

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 11, 2024 8:36


    In less than 8 minutes, Beth shares her summer vibe, suggests three events your church could try this summer, tells you about her summer serving gig, and issues four invitations from Key Ministry.Go to www.keyministry.org/podcast for the full show-notes.

    Accessible Bible Story Instruction with Cortney Jenkins and Laura Deeken: Podcast EP 107

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 4, 2024 34:27


    One of the biggest challenges in inclusive ministry is meeting the needs of diverse learners. Today on the podcast, Sandra interviews Cortney Jenkins from Awe & Wonder and Laura Deeken from The Adapted Word about easy ways to make our lessons more accessible and about the resources they provide to help support every student in your ministry. Find the full show-notes at: www.keyministry.org/podcast

    Book Club Chat 3: Steve Grcevich & Lamar Hardwick: Podcast Episode 106

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2024 29:23


    Dr. Steve Grcevich interviews Dr. Lamar Hardwick one last time on his new book, How Ableism Fuels Racism. Buy this book at bakerbookhouse.com or amazon.Go to www.keyministry.org/podcast to find the full show-notes for EP 106.

    Seeking Collaborators for MHATC2024: Conference Sponsors, Exhibitors and Advertisers: Podcast Episode 105

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2024 9:05


    One of Key MInistry's core values is collaboration. The momentum in disability ministry has come about in large part because of the collaboration across traditional lines of ministry. To help accelerate momentum in mental health ministry, we're seeking collaborators for Mental Health and the Church 2024, as conference sponsors, exhibitors and advertisers. Find the full Show-Notes at www.keyministry.org/podcast

    Online Connection for Disability Ministry Leaders: Podcast EP 104

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2024 6:53


    As a disability ministry leader, do you ever feel alone? Beth Golik shares about Online Connection for Disability Ministry Leaders in Episode 104 of Key Ministry the Podcast.Find the full Show Notes at www.keyministry.org/podcast

    Disabilities in Heaven: Podcast Episode 103

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2024 4:31


    Will all aspects of disability be erased in heaven? Sandra Peoples looks at applicable biblical passages and shares her thoughts in this episode of Key Ministry the Podcast.Find the full Show-Notes at www.keyministry.org/podcast

    Book Club Chat 2 Steve Grcevich & Lamar Hardwick: Podcast Episode 102

    Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2024 32:46


    Dr. Steve Grcevich sits down and interviews Dr. Lamar Hardwick on his new book How Ableism Fuels Racism. This is Part 2 of a 3-part series!Go to www.keyministry.org/podcast to find the full show-notes.

    Looking Back, Looking Forward: From DATC to MHATC: Podcast Episode 101

    Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2024 8:18


    In this episode of Key Ministry the Podcast, Catherine Boyle shares a peek into some of details of the upcoming Mental Health and the Church 2024 conference, September 26 - 27, 2024, in Cleveland, OH.Go to www.keyministry.org/podcast to find the full Show-Notes.

    Ep 100: Ministry Visibility on Your Church's Website

    Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2024 8:40


    Ep 100: Ministry Visibility on Your Church's Website with Sandra PeoplesIn our 100th episode, Sandra Peoples shares three ways to increase ministry visibility on your church website. Most disability families are going to visit your church website before they visit your actual church. Does your website communicate everything they need to know for a smooth visit?Find the full Show-Notes on www.keyministry.org/podcast

    EP 100: Ministry Visibility on Your Church's Website

    Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2024 8:40


    Ep 100: Ministry Visibility on Your Church's Website with Sandra PeoplesIn our 100th episode, Sandra Peoples shares three ways to increase ministry visibility on your church website. Most disability families are going to visit your church website before they visit your actual church. Does your website communicate everything they need to know for a smooth visit?Find the full Show-Notes on www.keyministry.org/podcast

    Disability & the Church 2024 Recap: Podcast Episode 099

    Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2024 30:35


    Beth Golik and Sandra Peoples recap our Disability & the Church 2024 Conference that happened last week in Orlando, Fl.Go to www.keyministry.org/podcast for the full show-notes.

    098: Book Club Chat with Dr. Steve Grcevich & Lamar Hardwick

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2024 32:33


    Dr. Steve Grcevich sits down with Rev. Lamar Hardwick to discuss his new book, How Ableism Fuels Racism. Go to Bakerbookhouse.com and use PROMO: ABLEISM24 to get 50% off Lamar's new book.Go to www.keyministry.org/datc2024 to sign-up for our Disability & the Church 2024 Conference to hear both Lamar and Steve speak!!And finally, go to www.keyministry.org/podcast for the full show-notes!

    097: Beyond the Clinical Hour: An Interview with Jim and Heather Sells

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 18, 2024 42:20


    Recently, Catherine had a conversation with Dr. Jim and Heather Sells, authors of the new book “Beyond the Clinical Hour: How Counselors Can Partner with the Church to Address the Mental Health Crisis.” Jim, Heather and their co-author Dr. Amy Trout offer a valuable resource to both mental health professionals and ministry leaders as a way to meet the heartfelt mental health needs impacting both churches and our culture. Take a listen to this thought-provoking conversation.Find the full Show-Notes for this Podcast Episode at www.keyministry.org/podcast

    096: A Conversation with Marie Kuck from Nathaniel's Hope

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 11, 2024 15:54


    Beth sits down with the always delightful Marie Kuck, who has a special invitation for our listeners for a behind-the-scenes tour of Make ‘m Smile in Orlando. Find the full Show-Notes at www.keyministry.org/podcast

    095: Inclusive and Engaging Teaching Models with Sandra Peoples and Tracy McElhatten

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 4, 2024 41:16


    Key Ministry the Podcast Ep 095 with Sandra Peoples and Tracy McElhatten. Find full shownotes at www.keyministry.org/podcast

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