Key Ministry the Podcast

Key Ministry
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Each week, Key Ministry: The Podcast will cover topics related to disability and mental health ministry. You will deepen your theology of disability, learn ways to reach and support special needs families, and equip your staff and volunteers to make church more accessible to students and adults with disabilities and mental health diagnoses. Find out more at keyministry.org/podcast

  1. FEB 5

    179: When Grandparents Bring the Kids to Church with Sandra Peoples & David Armijo

    In many churches, grandparents are the ones bringing their grandkids to church—often stepping in as caregivers, spiritual anchors, and advocates, especially when disability is part of the story. In this episode, Sandra Peoples is joined by David Armijo, Special Needs Ministry Director at Champion Forest Baptist Church, to talk honestly about what churches need to understand when grandparents are the primary connection point. From communication gaps and generational differences to stigma, fatigue, and fear of “labeling,” this conversation names the real challenges—and the real opportunities. You’ll hear why disability ministry is not about punishment or behavior management, but discipleship. You’ll also learn practical ways churches can support grandparents, include them in spiritual development conversations, and honor the legacy they’re trying to leave with the time they have. This episode is especially helpful for church leaders, ministry volunteers, and anyone serving families where grandparents are carrying more than most people realize. Visit KeyMinistry.org/Podcast for show notes.

    39 min

  2. JAN 22

    178: The Letter We Never Want to Receive

    A single letter forced one pastor to confront what his church wasn’t ready for—and what God was calling him to lead. Pastor Jonathan shares his journey from awareness to conviction to action, offering an honest look at leadership, humility, and the slow work of cultural change in the local church. Visit https://disabilityandthechurch.com/ to register.

    16 min

  3. JAN 15

    177: Three Qualities of Disability Awareness with Dr. Chris Hulshof

    You don’t need the situational awareness of Jason Bourne to be effective in disability ministry. Jesus shows us that true disability awareness is much simpler and far more meaningful. It means going to where the need is, starting genuine conversations, and leading individuals with a disability into a personal and growing relationship with Him. This is the heart of faithful, gospel-centered disability ministry. Visit KeyMinistry.org/Podcast for show notes.

    19 min

  4. JAN 8

    176: The Trauma Pastors Rarely Talk About with Dr. Steve Grcevich & Jeremy Smith

    Pastors are often expected to be resilient, spiritually strong, and emotionally steady—especially in the face of crisis. But what happens when church leaders themselves are carrying unresolved trauma from their own past? In this episode of Key Ministry: The Podcast, Dr. Steve Grcevich sits down with counselor and researcher Jeremy Smith to explore the often-unspoken reality of trauma in pastors’ lives and why addressing it matters for the health of the Church. This conversation moves beyond theory and into lived experience, research, and gospel-centered hope, offering church leaders permission to name what they carry and practical wisdom for cultivating resilient, healthy ministry. Visit KeyMinistry.org/Podcast for show notes.

    48 min

  5. JAN 1

    175: Top Ten Disability Ministry Wins from 2025 with Sandra Peoples

    As we end one year and look forward to the next, we can praise God for all He’s done in 2025. In this episode, Sandra Peoples shares ten wins from the disability ministry movement. She also covers five things she’s looking forward to in 2026.  Visit KeyMinistry.org/Podcast for show notes. Links:  Joni & Friends released an updated version of Beyond SufferingAwe & Wonder released a salvation resource kit Key’s YouTube pagereview of Accessible Church for Christianity TodayEngaging Disability with the Gospel is launching Beyond the PewLetters to Lindsey: Seeing Your Child’s Autism through a Gospel LensRaising Autistic Disciples on Instagram

  6. 12/18/2025

    174: Jesus' Christmas Names

    In this episode of the Key Ministry podcast, join Dr. Chris Hulshof as he reflects on one of the lesser-known yet deeply meaningful names of Jesus found in Luke 2: The Consolation of Israel.” Drawing from Simeon’s encounter with the infant Christ, this conversation explores how Jesus is not a consolation prize for a broken world, but God’s personal comfort given to His people. For families and individuals impacted by disability, this name of Jesus offers real hope, belonging, and rest during the Christmas season and beyond. Visit KeyMinistry.org/Podcast for show notes.

    19 min

  7. 12/12/2025

    173: Helping Vulnerable Kids Heal – Whole-Person Practices for Families & Churches with Dr. Steve Grcevich & Rachel Medefind of CAFO

    What helps vulnerable kids truly heal and thrive—especially children navigating disability, trauma, foster care, or adoption? In this conversation, Dr. Steve Grcevich sits down with Rachel Medefind, Director of the Institute for Family Centered Healing and Health at the Christian Alliance for Orphans (CAFO), to explore how God uses loving families, local churches, and simple daily practices to foster whole-person health. Drawing from her own story, her work at CAFO, and current research, Rachel offers deeply hopeful, gospel-rooted encouragement for parents, foster and adoptive families, and church leaders who want to walk faithfully with vulnerable kids. Visit KeyMinistry.org/Podcast for show notes.

    48 min

  8. 12/04/2025

    172: Sharing the Gospel with People with Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities

    Sandra talks with Tammy Dunkum about how her church shares the gospel with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) and disciples both participants and families over time. Tammy shares practical classroom strategies, sensory-aware gospel conversations, and stories of God’s work—from a first grader learning who Jesus is to a sensory-friendly VBS that reached unchurched families. Visit KeyMinistry.org/Podcast for show notes.

    31 min
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Each week, Key Ministry: The Podcast will cover topics related to disability and mental health ministry. You will deepen your theology of disability, learn ways to reach and support special needs families, and equip your staff and volunteers to make church more accessible to students and adults with disabilities and mental health diagnoses. Find out more at keyministry.org/podcast

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  • Creator
    Key Ministry
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
    181
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © Copyright 2026 Key Ministry the Podcast
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