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Key Ministry the Podcast

Key Ministry
Disability Ministry
Mental Health
Autism
Community Support
Special Needs Families
Theology Of Disability
Church Ministry
Theology
Christianity
Children's Ministry
Inclusion
Special Needs Ministry
Accessibility
Community Inclusion
Racism
Jesus Christ
Down Syndrome
Disabilities
Special Needs
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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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In this episode of Key Ministry: The Podcast, Dr. Steve Grcevich talks with Dr. Karl Benzio, Chief Psychiatric Officer at Honey Lake Clinic and Medical Director for the American Association of Christian Counselors.

Together, they discuss the inters... more

What if the church has been asking the wrong question about disability?

Too often, disability is presented as a picture of spiritual weakness, brokenness, or a barrier to faith. But when Jesus encounters people impacted by disability, He often does ... more

Starting a disability ministry can feel overwhelming, but it does not have to begin with a full program, a big budget, or a perfectly trained team. Sometimes, it begins with three simple conversations.

In this episode of the Key Ministry Podcast, La... more

This episode features a main stage message from the Disability & the Church Conference 2025, where Stephanie Hubach walks through the difference between human hope and Christian hope. Human hope is real and often motivating, but it’s uncertain and ti... more

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Recent Guests

Karl Benzio
Chief Psychiatric Officer, Honey Lake Clinic; Medical Director, American Association of Christian Counselors; founder of Mental Health Collective
Honey Lake Clinic; American Association of Christian Counselors; Mental Health Collective
Episode: 189: The Church as a Mental Health Front Door with Dr. Steve Grcevich & Dr. Karl Benzio
Stephanie Hubach
Research fellow in disability ministries associated with Covenant Theological Seminary; author and former director of MNA Special Needs Ministries
Covenant Theological Seminary; All Things Possible/Key Ministries
Episode: 186: Christ in You, the Hope of Glory with Stephanie Hubach
Kimberly Britt
Executive director of Anchor International; licensed mental health counselor
Anchor International
Episode: 184: What Churches Get Wrong (and Right) About Mental Health Ministry with Dr. Steve Grcevich & Kimberly Britt
Britni Marinelli
Leader of a spaghetti-dinner disability ministry
Independent ministry affiliated with Key Ministry events
Episode: 182: Disability & the Church Stories: The Story Behind “Spaghetti Sunday" with Larah Roberts and Britni Marinelli
Brian Barrineau
Pastor, writer and speaker focused on inclusive discipleship for people with disabilities
Fruit Cove Baptist Church
Episode: 180: Discipling Teens with Hidden Disabilities with Dr. Steve Grcevich & Dr. Brian Barrineau
Jeremy Smith
Mental health counselor and emerging leader in mental health ministry
Crossroads Church
Episode: 176: The Trauma Pastors Rarely Talk About with Dr. Steve Grcevich & Jeremy Smith
Rachel Medefind
Director of the Institute for Family Centered Healing and Health at the Christian Alliance for Orphans
Christian Alliance for Orphans
Episode: 173: Helping Vulnerable Kids Heal – Whole-Person Practices for Families & Churches with Dr. Steve Grcevich & Rachel Medefind of CAFO
Dr. Jim Sells
A psychologist and counseling professor, co-director of the Carus Institute at Regent University.
Regent University
Episode: 166: When Hurting People Come to Church: A Vision for Mental Health Ministry
Jesslyn McCutcheon
Mental health advocate and author of 'Fighting Goliath, Slaying the Giant of Bipolar Disorder'
American Association of Christian Counselors, National Alliance for Mental Illness
Episode: 159: Fighting Goliath: A Story of Faith, Mental Health, and Advocacy

Hosts

Lara Roberts
Host; leads conversations on disability ministry and family inclusion
Dr. Chris Hulshof
Host; focuses on theological framing and practical ministry guidance
Dr. Steve Grcevich
Host; discusses mental health ministry and church resources
Sandra Peoples
Co-host; focuses on disability ministry stories and community building

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 40 ratings
  • Great info!

    This podcast is great for families and churches! Great stuff!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    gillmarch
    United States2 years ago
  • Practical

    A podcast packed with practical tips and advice, and deep theology on disability!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ElenaBear2024
    United States2 years ago
  • Great info

    Sandra, Beth, Steve and the other hosts share great info for both church leaders and parents. This is a great resource!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SJOKTX
    United States4 years ago
  • Wonderful encouragement

    I ran across the podcast the day after my autistic son injured both knees and was told he had to use a wheelchair for 4 weeks. We were both seriously sulking but then I listened and realized God could use this minor inconvenience to help us minister to those who are not only autistic but those who permanently wheelchair bound. Having an invisible disability is a very different experience from having a very obvious one.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MamaRock46
    United States4 years ago
  • Answer to prayer

    I am so incredibly for a podcast that not only stands in the gap for the special needs community but also provides a strong biblical foundation for the church.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CMomma12:13
    United States4 years ago

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Listeners value practical tips and tangible actions for inclusion and care.
Positive impact on church leaders and parents seeking practical, faith-based disability guidance.
Praise for the biblical grounding and real-world stories that illustrate ministry effectiveness.
Audiences appreciate encouragement and resources for mental health ministry within churches.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

189: The Church as a Mental Health Front Door with Dr. Steve Grcevich & Dr. Karl Benzio
Q: What has been most impactful in helping people with mental health struggles grow in faith within the church context?
Churches that integrate counseling programs and link pastoral care with licensed psychotherapy create pathways for patients to address internal struggles while applying biblical principles, which helps people grow in faith as they heal.
189: The Church as a Mental Health Front Door with Dr. Steve Grcevich & Dr. Karl Benzio
Q: So to elaborate on that a little bit, what role specifically do you see the church playing in providing care and support?
The church should be a psycho-spiritual ER, offering initial care, arming congregants with basic psychological understanding, and connecting people to professional resources like Honey Lake Clinic when deeper treatment is needed.
182: Disability & the Church Stories: The Story Behind “Spaghetti Sunday" with Larah Roberts and Britni Marinelli
Q: Why did you decide to start this kind of ministry at your church?
I felt a strong calling after seeing the need for belonging and spiritual nourishment among families affected by disability; a spaghetti dinner became a tangible doorway for community and gospel conversations.
159: Fighting Goliath: A Story of Faith, Mental Health, and Advocacy
Q: What would have been helpful at that time for your church to have been able to offer to you?
Jesslyn expressed the need for clearer communication about mental health from the church and the importance of community support during her struggles.
159: Fighting Goliath: A Story of Faith, Mental Health, and Advocacy
Q: Could you maybe talk a little bit into the need that you recognized that led you to start this ministry fighting Goliath?
Jesslyn felt a significant need to address mental health conversations within the church, motivated by her personal experiences and a desire to help others.

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What is Key Ministry the Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show centers on disability and mental health ministry within faith communities, blending practical ministry strategies with theological grounding. Across episodes, listeners hear how churches can welcome families affected by disability, implement inclusive programs, and cultivate leadership that models gospel-centered care. A recurring strength is turning biblical principles into concrete, actionable steps—everything from prayer rhythms and volunteer training to scalable programs like spaghetti-dinner ministries and mental health champions. Unique angles include integrating theological formation with lived family experiences, bridging church life and clinical insights, and spotlighting real-world case studies from diverse church contex... more

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3. Kimberly Britt
4. Britni Marinelli
5. Brian Barrineau
6. Jeremy Smith
7. Rachel Medefind
8. Dr. Jim Sells

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