In this presentation, Dr. Steve Grcevich looks at specific challenges associated with church attendance and spiritual growth for the two most common mental health conditions seen in kids and teenagers…ADHD and anxiety disorders...and a third condition presenting unique inclusion challenges that often encompasses issues with both anxiety and ADHD...kids with Asperger’s Disorder.
Helping Kids With the “3A’s” - ADHD, Anxiety and Asperger’s Disorder to Thriv...Stephen Grcevich, MD
This presentation offers a more in-depth look at the challenges families of kids with ADHD, Anxiety Disorders and Asperger's Disorder encounter in attending church and promoting the spiritual growth of their children.
Including Kids and Teens With Mental Illness in the Church and CommunityStephen Grcevich, MD
In my talk, I plan to discuss how the church can do a better job reaching out to, and including kids and teens with mental illness and their families into the church. Mental illness represents (by far and away) the most common category of disabling conditions impacting kids and teens in the U.S. For many, the environments in which we “do church” present subtle, but very real barriers to participation and their families. Existing disability or “special needs” ministries typically don’t serve kids with mental illness in the absence of significant intellectual disability. I’ll discuss Key Ministry’s experiments with alternative ministry strategies and models to help churches effectively share the love of Christ with families of kids with “hidden disabilities.”
This workshop is designed to help Awana leaders and volunteers develop strategies for serving kids at risk for behaving aggressively during ministry activities.
In this presentation, Dr. Grcevich identifies eight barriers families often encounter in attending church when kids experience emotional or behavioral challenges and shares practical ideas for pastors, church staff and volunteers looking to help families overcome the barriers.
This workshop helps ministry leaders to recognize situations when anxiety represents a barrier to participation in Awana activities and develop strategies for welcoming and including kids with all types of anxiety into your programming.
Steve relates our current understanding of brain functioning in kids and teens with ADHD with strategies to help them have a great Awana experience and overcome unique obstacles to spiritual growth.
The “Three A’s”…ADHD, Anxiety, Asperger’s Disorder: Overcoming Barriers to S...Stephen Grcevich, MD
In this presentation, we'll explore the functional impairments associated with ADHD, anxiety disorders and Asperger's Disorder in children and teens and share practical ideas for addressing the challenges each condition poses to "doing church" for affected kids and their families.
Helping Kids With the “3A’s” - ADHD, Anxiety and Asperger’s Disorder to Thriv...Stephen Grcevich, MD
This presentation offers a more in-depth look at the challenges families of kids with ADHD, Anxiety Disorders and Asperger's Disorder encounter in attending church and promoting the spiritual growth of their children.
Including Kids and Teens With Mental Illness in the Church and CommunityStephen Grcevich, MD
In my talk, I plan to discuss how the church can do a better job reaching out to, and including kids and teens with mental illness and their families into the church. Mental illness represents (by far and away) the most common category of disabling conditions impacting kids and teens in the U.S. For many, the environments in which we “do church” present subtle, but very real barriers to participation and their families. Existing disability or “special needs” ministries typically don’t serve kids with mental illness in the absence of significant intellectual disability. I’ll discuss Key Ministry’s experiments with alternative ministry strategies and models to help churches effectively share the love of Christ with families of kids with “hidden disabilities.”
This workshop is designed to help Awana leaders and volunteers develop strategies for serving kids at risk for behaving aggressively during ministry activities.
In this presentation, Dr. Grcevich identifies eight barriers families often encounter in attending church when kids experience emotional or behavioral challenges and shares practical ideas for pastors, church staff and volunteers looking to help families overcome the barriers.
This workshop helps ministry leaders to recognize situations when anxiety represents a barrier to participation in Awana activities and develop strategies for welcoming and including kids with all types of anxiety into your programming.
Steve relates our current understanding of brain functioning in kids and teens with ADHD with strategies to help them have a great Awana experience and overcome unique obstacles to spiritual growth.
The “Three A’s”…ADHD, Anxiety, Asperger’s Disorder: Overcoming Barriers to S...Stephen Grcevich, MD
In this presentation, we'll explore the functional impairments associated with ADHD, anxiety disorders and Asperger's Disorder in children and teens and share practical ideas for addressing the challenges each condition poses to "doing church" for affected kids and their families.
There’s this kid…Including kids with emotional, behavior and developmental ch...Stephen Grcevich, MD
One in five kids in the U.S. meet criteria for at least one mental health disorder, one in four experience a traumatic event by age 16, and a majority of the one in 68 kids diagnosed with autism spectrum disorders have average to high intelligence. For many, the environments in which we “do church” present subtle, but very real barriers to participation for kids with mental illness, trauma or developmental disabilities and their families. In this session, we’ll help Awana leaders identify potential pitfalls to kids with common disabilities becoming involved and staying involved with ministry, while exploring ideas for welcoming and including ALL kids in your ministry…many who may not otherwise have the opportunity to experience the hope of Christ.
Including kids in your ministry who struggle with anxietyKey Ministry
This presentation from Dr. Steve Grcevich looks at common signs and symptoms of anxiety in kids, how the environments in which we "do ministry" create barriers to church participation when kids have anxiety disorders, and examines the potential impacts of anxiety on spiritual development in kids.
Kids with a history of aggressive behavior can generally be included in children’s ministry programming with appropriate forethought and training. In this workshop, participants will identify church environments and activities associated with increased risk for aggression, receive tools for disrupting patterns of behavior in children with the potential to lead to aggression, review communication strategies with parents after an act of aggressive behavior has occurred and discuss ministry alternatives when a child with a history of aggression can’t safely be included at church.
Helping kids with ADHD to grow spirituallyKey Ministry
In this presentation, Dr. Steve Grcevich reviews our current medical understanding of the functional impairment seen in persons with ADHD, explore how ministry environments represent obstacles to church participation and spiritual growth in children and adults with ADHD, outlines strategies for promoting spiritual growth in persons with ADHD and identifies gifts and talents often associated with ADHD that may be channeled for Kingdom purposes.
ul Teaching and Learning: Transforming our Educational Environments for GoodPatricia (Tish) Jennings
Patricia A. Jennings, M.Ed., Ph.D.
Associate Professor
Curry School of Education, University of Virginia
At its core, teaching is an emotional practice. The social and emotional dynamics of the classroom play a key role in promoting student learning and fostering prosocial behavior. Drawing upon basic and applied research in the fields of neuroscience, psychology and education, this workshop will provide valuable information about how mindfulness- and compassion-based approaches can help teachers manage the stressful demands of the classroom, cultivate an exceptional learning environment, and revitalize teaching and learning. Participants will learn simple mindful awareness and compassion practices for managing stress and promoting wellbeing in the classroom.
Fostering connections: Responding to Reactive Attachment DisorderCynthia Langtiw
Presentation to Early Trauma Care, A volunteer group of parents, therapists, educators and other caregivers who have experienced the chaos and challenges associated with caring for individuals with Reactive Attachment Disorder (RAD)and Early Trauma and seek to share stories and helpful resources.
http://www.earlytraumacare.com/
The Use Of Sport In The Behavioral Health Treatment of Youth (Rebekah Conway ...Rebekah Roulier
"The Use of Sport In the Behavioral Health Treatment of Youth"
Rebekah Conway Roulier, Ed.M and Emily E. Pike, LICSW presented at the Northeast Atlantic Sport Psychology Conference in March, 2012 representing Doc Wayne and Communities for People\'s Therapeutic Sports Program.
For more information on Doc Wayne please visit www.docwayne.org
This is a brief presentation regarding Reactive Attachment Disorder (RAD). It will define what RAD is, recognize the causes of RAD and touch on current treatments. Stay tuned for more of this developing story. The thesis will be published in great detail in about four months.
Seven Strategies for Promoting Mental Health Inclusion in the Local ChurchStephen Grcevich, MD
Dr. Grcevich shares seven strategies ministry leaders might consider for helping children, adults and families impacted by mental illness overcome common barriers to church attendance. Presentation from Mental Health Ministry in the Local Church Conference, Ironbridge Baptist Church, Chester, VA
Including Kids and Teens With Mental Illness in the Church and CommunityKey Ministry
In this presentation from the 2015 Global Access Summit, Dr. Steve Grcevich discusses how including kids with mental illness at church represents a mindset as opposed to a program, examines barriers to inclusion and principles for designing ministry environments that promote capacity for self-regulation while minimizing anxiety.
Mental Health Inclusion Ministry...The Mission Field Just Outside Your DoorStephen Grcevich, MD
In this keynote presentation from the Mental Health Ministry in the Local Church conference, Dr. Grcevich discusses the need for intentional outreach to families impacted by mental illness, and introduces seven barriers to church attendance for children and adults with common mental health conditions and their families.
Six "Key" Strategies...Operating Principles for Key Ministry Stephen Grcevich, MD
During March, 2013 we shared six "Key" strategies...operating principles and approaches that have provided a framework for our staff and volunteers when unexpected ministry opportunities arise.
Each strategy SUPPORTS the mission, vision and values of our organization…and are subject to change when they no longer fulfill their purpose. Each strategy is grounded in Biblical principles. Each strategy is synergistic with every other strategy. They all serve the purpose of helping to maximize the impact of the human and financial resources God has entrusted to our stewardship at Key Ministry.
There’s this kid…Including kids with emotional, behavior and developmental ch...Stephen Grcevich, MD
One in five kids in the U.S. meet criteria for at least one mental health disorder, one in four experience a traumatic event by age 16, and a majority of the one in 68 kids diagnosed with autism spectrum disorders have average to high intelligence. For many, the environments in which we “do church” present subtle, but very real barriers to participation for kids with mental illness, trauma or developmental disabilities and their families. In this session, we’ll help Awana leaders identify potential pitfalls to kids with common disabilities becoming involved and staying involved with ministry, while exploring ideas for welcoming and including ALL kids in your ministry…many who may not otherwise have the opportunity to experience the hope of Christ.
Including kids in your ministry who struggle with anxietyKey Ministry
This presentation from Dr. Steve Grcevich looks at common signs and symptoms of anxiety in kids, how the environments in which we "do ministry" create barriers to church participation when kids have anxiety disorders, and examines the potential impacts of anxiety on spiritual development in kids.
Kids with a history of aggressive behavior can generally be included in children’s ministry programming with appropriate forethought and training. In this workshop, participants will identify church environments and activities associated with increased risk for aggression, receive tools for disrupting patterns of behavior in children with the potential to lead to aggression, review communication strategies with parents after an act of aggressive behavior has occurred and discuss ministry alternatives when a child with a history of aggression can’t safely be included at church.
Helping kids with ADHD to grow spirituallyKey Ministry
In this presentation, Dr. Steve Grcevich reviews our current medical understanding of the functional impairment seen in persons with ADHD, explore how ministry environments represent obstacles to church participation and spiritual growth in children and adults with ADHD, outlines strategies for promoting spiritual growth in persons with ADHD and identifies gifts and talents often associated with ADHD that may be channeled for Kingdom purposes.
ul Teaching and Learning: Transforming our Educational Environments for GoodPatricia (Tish) Jennings
Patricia A. Jennings, M.Ed., Ph.D.
Associate Professor
Curry School of Education, University of Virginia
At its core, teaching is an emotional practice. The social and emotional dynamics of the classroom play a key role in promoting student learning and fostering prosocial behavior. Drawing upon basic and applied research in the fields of neuroscience, psychology and education, this workshop will provide valuable information about how mindfulness- and compassion-based approaches can help teachers manage the stressful demands of the classroom, cultivate an exceptional learning environment, and revitalize teaching and learning. Participants will learn simple mindful awareness and compassion practices for managing stress and promoting wellbeing in the classroom.
Fostering connections: Responding to Reactive Attachment DisorderCynthia Langtiw
Presentation to Early Trauma Care, A volunteer group of parents, therapists, educators and other caregivers who have experienced the chaos and challenges associated with caring for individuals with Reactive Attachment Disorder (RAD)and Early Trauma and seek to share stories and helpful resources.
http://www.earlytraumacare.com/
The Use Of Sport In The Behavioral Health Treatment of Youth (Rebekah Conway ...Rebekah Roulier
"The Use of Sport In the Behavioral Health Treatment of Youth"
Rebekah Conway Roulier, Ed.M and Emily E. Pike, LICSW presented at the Northeast Atlantic Sport Psychology Conference in March, 2012 representing Doc Wayne and Communities for People\'s Therapeutic Sports Program.
For more information on Doc Wayne please visit www.docwayne.org
This is a brief presentation regarding Reactive Attachment Disorder (RAD). It will define what RAD is, recognize the causes of RAD and touch on current treatments. Stay tuned for more of this developing story. The thesis will be published in great detail in about four months.
Seven Strategies for Promoting Mental Health Inclusion in the Local ChurchStephen Grcevich, MD
Dr. Grcevich shares seven strategies ministry leaders might consider for helping children, adults and families impacted by mental illness overcome common barriers to church attendance. Presentation from Mental Health Ministry in the Local Church Conference, Ironbridge Baptist Church, Chester, VA
Including Kids and Teens With Mental Illness in the Church and CommunityKey Ministry
In this presentation from the 2015 Global Access Summit, Dr. Steve Grcevich discusses how including kids with mental illness at church represents a mindset as opposed to a program, examines barriers to inclusion and principles for designing ministry environments that promote capacity for self-regulation while minimizing anxiety.
Mental Health Inclusion Ministry...The Mission Field Just Outside Your DoorStephen Grcevich, MD
In this keynote presentation from the Mental Health Ministry in the Local Church conference, Dr. Grcevich discusses the need for intentional outreach to families impacted by mental illness, and introduces seven barriers to church attendance for children and adults with common mental health conditions and their families.
Six "Key" Strategies...Operating Principles for Key Ministry Stephen Grcevich, MD
During March, 2013 we shared six "Key" strategies...operating principles and approaches that have provided a framework for our staff and volunteers when unexpected ministry opportunities arise.
Each strategy SUPPORTS the mission, vision and values of our organization…and are subject to change when they no longer fulfill their purpose. Each strategy is grounded in Biblical principles. Each strategy is synergistic with every other strategy. They all serve the purpose of helping to maximize the impact of the human and financial resources God has entrusted to our stewardship at Key Ministry.
Helping Kids With Asperger's Disorder and Social Disabilities Grow SpirituallyStephen Grcevich, MD
Kids with Asperger’s Disorder and other social disabilities are all too often “square pegs in round holes” when it comes to children’s ministry. In this presentation, Dr. Grcevich will review the challenges to church attendance and participation resulting from Asperger’s Disorder, discuss how family ministry approaches can help spur spiritual growth in kids with social disabilities and share tips for children’s pastors, church staff and volunteers for successfully including kids who struggle socially in your ministry environments.
Presented at 2012 Children's Ministry Websummit
April 2-6, 2012
Registration is free and available here... http://pajamaconference.com/affiliates/11
It is vitally important for anyone who wants to work with children with Autism be aware of how ‘Autism’ is for their clients. The ‘Autism’ world can feel like a literal sensory minefield for those who have this condition and this can mean that day to day living can be confronting, frustrating and difficult. The consultant’s role is to make life more manageable and provide strategies that will assist clients who are on the Autism Spectrum to negotiate day to day living, as well as providing the best training for them to reach their potential.
This slide gives you an introduction to Autism Awareness,
A wealth of experience, research and knowledge has gone into developing this Autism Certification Course to provide you with the skills, training and strategies that can be used in the field, working with children and families who live with Autism.
Understanding Autism and Positive Behaviour Support (focus on Tuberous Sclero...atss
Presentation by ASPECT (Autism Spectrum Australia) staff Tom Tutton and Natalie Willis at the 2007 ATSS conference: Tuberous Sclerosis Complex: From Pathway to Therapy.
This presentation is an introductory presentation on Autism (ASD): together with the list of lots of online sources and organizations that can help you to find out more information on this type of brain developmental disorder.
Kids and Teens With Mental Health Disorders…Barriers to Spiritual GrowthStephen Grcevich, MD
22% of U.S. children meet criteria for at least one mental disorder at the time they enter first grade. Families of children with disorders including ADHD, anxiety, Asperger’s Disorder, attachment disorders, mood disorders and PTSD are significantly less likely to maintain an active involvement in a local church. In this presentation, Dr. Grcevich will discuss obstacles to spiritual maturity resulting from the functional impairment associated with common mental health disorders seen during childhood and adolescence and outline strategies for promoting inclusion at church and spiritual growth at home.
Impact of the 3 A's"...ADHD, Anxiety Disorders and Asperger's Disorder on Spi...Stephen Grcevich, MD
Over 9% of children ages 5-17 in the U.S. have received a prescription for ADHD medication. 8-20% meet criteria for at least one anxiety disorder. The majority of kids diagnosed with autism spectrum disorders are of average or above average intelligence. This workshop will help equip children's ministry staff and volunteers to recognize obstacles to spiritual growth for kids with at least one of the “3 A’s”… ADHD, Anxiety Disorders and Asperger's Disorder. Strategies will be presented for promoting spiritual growth in kids with the “3 A’s”, partnering effectively with their parents or caregivers and identifying gifts and talents present in kids with the “3 A’s” that might be shaped and molded for Kingdom purposes.
In this presentation, Dr. Grcevich identifies seven barriers families often encounter to attending church when kids experience emotional or behavioral challenges and shares practical ideas for pastors, church staff and volunteers looking to help families overcome the barriers.
Challenges to Church Participation and Spiritual Growth in Students Affected ...Stephen Grcevich, MD
In this presentation for the Greater Cleveland staff of Youth for Christ, Dr. Grcevich discusses common obstacles to church participation among adolescents with significant mental health conditions.
Overcoming Challenges to Spiritual Growth in Children and Teens with ADHDStephen Grcevich, MD
In this presentation from the Together Conference at Mount Paran Church, Dr. Grcevich reviews:
Brain functioning associated with ADHD
Impacts of ADHD upon worship service attendance and involvement in Christian education and other church activities
ADHD inclusion strategies across ministry environments
Common pitfalls to spiritual development for children, teens and adults with ADHD
Practical ideas family members can use to promote spiritual growth in their child, spouse or loved one with ADHD
ADHD affects approximately one in ten children and one in twenty adults in the U.S. Children and teens with ADHD and members of their immediate families are significantly less likely to ever set foot in a church. In this workshop of interest to ministry leaders, family members and professionals, Dr. Stephen Grcevich will discuss the differences in brain functioning seen in persons with ADHD, explain how the condition impacts participation in worship services, Christian education and other common church activities, identify common pitfalls to spiritual development, share useful strategies for including persons with ADHD into church programming and provide practical ideas family members can use to promote spiritual growth in their child, spouse or loved one with ADHD.
Why Church is Difficult for Families Affected by Mental IllnessStephen Grcevich, MD
In this presentation from the 2018 Wonderfully Made conference, Dr. Grcevich discusses common obstacles to church participation for families of children with common mental health conditions.
Mental Health Inclusion Ministry Intensive Inclusion Fusion Live 2018Stephen Grcevich, MD
The National Institute of Mental Health reports that one in five U.S. children and adults have a diagnosable mental health condition, and attributes of common mental health conditions often create barriers to church attendance and engagement for persons with mental illness and their families. Participants in this intensive, led by Dr. Steve Grcevich of Key Ministry, Catherine Boyle of Outside In Ministries, Brad Hoefs of Fresh Hope and Jolene Philo will be introduced to a model for outreach and inclusion of children and adults with a broad range of mental health conditions into weekend worship services and other ministries and activities that serve as catalysts to spiritual growth and will be provided with the necessary tools for crafting a mental health ministry strategy consistent with the unique mission and calling of their church. Registration includes a copy of Mental Health and the Church by Dr. Grcevich, along with Key’s Mental Health Ministry Planning Tool.
A majority of children with disabilities that negatively impact church attendance and participation suffer from “hidden disabilities”…serious emotional, behavioral, developmental and neurologic conditions with no outwardly apparent symptoms. Most can be successfully included in children’s ministry activities and served through a family ministry approach without the need for “buddies” or the creation of a “special needs ministry.” In this workshop, participants will identify strategies to overcome common barriers to inclusion of kids in children’s ministry with conditions including ADHD, anxiety disorders, autism spectrum disorders, mood disorders, learning disabilities and trauma, and apply family ministry principles to promoting spiritual growth among children with hidden disabilities and their siblings.
It's the Mental Health Disabilities That Keep Kids Out of ChurchStephen Grcevich, MD
Dr. Steve Grcevich's presentation from the Together Special Needs Conference at Mount Paran Church examines research on the association between common disabilities and church attendance in children and teens, identifies seven common barriers to church attendance for families impacted by mental illness and introduces a model for mental health ministry applicable to churches of all sizes and denominations.
Neuropsychiatric disorders are the leading cause of disability among persons of all ages in the U.S., and common mental health conditions such as depression, anxiety disorders and ADHD have been demonstrated to significantly impact church attendance. This workshop is designed for any church, pastor, ministry leader, staff member or volunteer interested in becoming more intentional in their outreach to and inclusion of families impacted by mental illness. Participants will be taught to recognize common barriers to church participation for children and adults with common mental health conditions, introduced to a series of strategies for including persons with mental illness into the full range of ministry activities offered by the local church and provided with the resources necessary to initiate a mental health ministry planning process. This is a 3 hour workshop divided into 2 parts.
Why is this So? ~ Do Seek to KNOW (English & Chinese).pptxOH TEIK BIN
A PowerPoint Presentation based on the Dhamma teaching of Kamma-Vipaka (Intentional Actions-Ripening Effects).
A Presentation for developing morality, concentration and wisdom and to spur us to practice the Dhamma diligently.
The texts are in English and Chinese.
2 Peter 3: Because some scriptures are hard to understand and some will force them to say things God never intended, Peter warns us to take care.
https://youtu.be/nV4kGHFsEHw
HANUMAN STORIES: TIMELESS TEACHINGS FOR TODAY’S WORLDLearnyoga
Hanuman Stories: Timeless Teachings for Today’s World" delves into the inspiring tales of Hanuman, highlighting lessons of devotion, strength, and selfless service that resonate in modern life. These stories illustrate how Hanuman's unwavering faith and courage can guide us through challenges and foster resilience. Through these timeless narratives, readers can find profound wisdom to apply in their daily lives.
Lesson 9 - Resisting Temptation Along the Way.pptxCelso Napoleon
Lesson 9 - Resisting Temptation Along the Way
SBs – Sunday Bible School
Adult Bible Lessons 2nd quarter 2024 CPAD
MAGAZINE: THE CAREER THAT IS PROPOSED TO US: The Path of Salvation, Holiness and Perseverance to Reach Heaven
Commentator: Pastor Osiel Gomes
Presentation: Missionary Celso Napoleon
Renewed in Grace
The Good News, newsletter for June 2024 is hereNoHo FUMC
Our monthly newsletter is available to read online. We hope you will join us each Sunday in person for our worship service. Make sure to subscribe and follow us on YouTube and social media.
Exploring the Mindfulness Understanding Its Benefits.pptxMartaLoveguard
Slide 1: Title: Exploring the Mindfulness: Understanding Its Benefits
Slide 2: Introduction to Mindfulness
Mindfulness, defined as the conscious, non-judgmental observation of the present moment, has deep roots in Buddhist meditation practice but has gained significant popularity in the Western world in recent years. In today's society, filled with distractions and constant stimuli, mindfulness offers a valuable tool for regaining inner peace and reconnecting with our true selves. By cultivating mindfulness, we can develop a heightened awareness of our thoughts, feelings, and surroundings, leading to a greater sense of clarity and presence in our daily lives.
Slide 3: Benefits of Mindfulness for Mental Well-being
Practicing mindfulness can help reduce stress and anxiety levels, improving overall quality of life.
Mindfulness increases awareness of our emotions and teaches us to manage them better, leading to improved mood.
Regular mindfulness practice can improve our ability to concentrate and focus our attention on the present moment.
Slide 4: Benefits of Mindfulness for Physical Health
Research has shown that practicing mindfulness can contribute to lowering blood pressure, which is beneficial for heart health.
Regular meditation and mindfulness practice can strengthen the immune system, aiding the body in fighting infections.
Mindfulness may help reduce the risk of chronic diseases such as type 2 diabetes and obesity by reducing stress and improving overall lifestyle habits.
Slide 5: Impact of Mindfulness on Relationships
Mindfulness can help us better understand others and improve communication, leading to healthier relationships.
By focusing on the present moment and being fully attentive, mindfulness helps build stronger and more authentic connections with others.
Mindfulness teaches us how to be present for others in difficult times, leading to increased compassion and understanding.
Slide 6: Mindfulness Techniques and Practices
Focusing on the breath and mindful breathing can be a simple way to enter a state of mindfulness.
Body scan meditation involves focusing on different parts of the body, paying attention to any sensations and feelings.
Practicing mindful walking and eating involves consciously focusing on each step or bite, with full attention to sensory experiences.
Slide 7: Incorporating Mindfulness into Daily Life
You can practice mindfulness in everyday activities such as washing dishes or taking a walk in the park.
Adding mindfulness practice to daily routines can help increase awareness and presence.
Mindfulness helps us become more aware of our needs and better manage our time, leading to balance and harmony in life.
Slide 8: Summary: Embracing Mindfulness for Full Living
Mindfulness can bring numerous benefits for physical and mental health.
Regular mindfulness practice can help achieve a fuller and more satisfying life.
Mindfulness has the power to change our perspective and way of perceiving the world, leading to deeper se
In Jude 17-23 Jude shifts from piling up examples of false teachers from the Old Testament to a series of practical exhortations that flow from apostolic instruction. He preserves for us what may well have been part of the apostolic catechism for the first generation of Christ-followers. In these instructions Jude exhorts the believer to deal with 3 different groups of people: scoffers who are "devoid of the Spirit", believers who have come under the influence of scoffers and believers who are so entrenched in false teaching that they need rescue and pose some real spiritual risk for the rescuer. In all of this Jude emphasizes Jesus' call to rescue straying sheep, leaving the 99 safely behind and pursuing the 1.
The Book of Joshua is the sixth book in the Hebrew Bible and the Old Testament, and is the first book of the Deuteronomistic history, the story of Israel from the conquest of Canaan to the Babylonian exile.
The Chakra System in our body - A Portal to Interdimensional Consciousness.pptxBharat Technology
each chakra is studied in greater detail, several steps have been included to
strengthen your personal intention to open each chakra more fully. These are designed
to draw forth the highest benefit for your spiritual growth.
2. The Book of Psalms: Recognition of the kingship and sovereignty of God
With the “3A’s” - ADHD, Anxiety and Asperger’s Disorder to Thrive at Church
1. Stephen Grcevich, MD
Director of Strategic Initiatives, Key Ministry
Presented at An Inclusive Children’s Ministry Conference
Christ Church
Louisville, Kentucky
November 7, 2015
Helping Kids With the “3A’s” - ADHD, Anxiety
and Asperger’s Disorder to Thrive at Church
2. Learning Objectives:
Identify obstacles to spiritual growth for kids with
common mental health disorders…ADHD,
anxiety disorders and Asperger’s Disorder
Explore ideas for promoting inclusion of kids
and teens with mental illness and their families
at church
Discuss strategies for parents/caregivers to
promote spiritual growth at home when kids
struggle with mental illness
3. The barriers to church participation are different for
kids with mental illnesses and their families!
4. Do our strategies for helping kids grow spiritually work
if they have mental illness?
An individual with a disability is
defined as a person who has a
mental or physical impairment that
substantially limits one or more
major life activities, a record of
such impairment, or is regarded as
having such an impairment.
Americans With Disabilities Act (1990)
If a mental or physical impairment
substantially limits a person’s
ability to pursue spiritual growth
and participate in a local church, is
that person “disabled?”
5. Barriers to including kids with mental illness
at church…
Church… Where does she fit in?
Social isolation
Fear/anxiety
Social communication
Capacity for self-regulation
Sensory processing
Reluctance to self-identify
Stigma
Parents with mental illness
6. What is ADHD?:
ADHD is a neurodevelopmental disorder
characterized by an age-inappropriate
degree of inattentiveness and
disorganization, and in some, but not all
instances, impulsivity and hyperactivity
7. Executive functioning as the fundamental
difference in persons with ADHD
Executive functions…cognitive abilities involved
in controlling and regulating other abilities and
behaviors.
Necessary to initiate goal-directed behavior,
regulate emotions, delay gratification, plan
future behavior.
Kids with executive functioning weakness
struggle to foresee outcomes of behavior, adapt
to new situations.
Hathaway WL, Barkley RA. J Psychol Christianity 2003, 22(2) 101-114
8. Key executive functions in ADHD
Behavioral inhibition
Verbal working memory
Non-verbal working
memory
Emotional self-regulation
Reconstitution
Poor executive functioning
leads to behavior we call “sin”
9. How might ADHD affect one’s spiritual life?
Inhibition: sitting still through a
worship service
Nonverbal working memory:
remembering my Bible when it’s time
to leave for church
Verbal working memory: the ability to
pray silently
Emotional self-regulation: often
demonstrate immediate negative
reaction to authority
Struggles with time management,
prioritizing: I can’t go to youth group
on Sunday night because my
homework’s not done.
Avoiding pornography on the
computer
Forget to register their kids for
VBS or the weekend retreat
Struggle to memorize and
meditate upon Scripture,
remember devotionals with their
kids
Scream, yell at spouse and kids,
overreact when imposing
discipline
Difficulty applying Biblical truths,
wisdom in daily life
Children/teens: Adults:
10. How does ADHD present challenges
to internalizing faith:
May have more
difficulty maintaining a
spiritually disciplined life
May have more
difficulty meditating
quietly upon God
May give up on Bible
study when it becomes
tedious
More difficulty delaying
immediate gratification
for long-term spiritual
outcomes
Hathaway WL, Barkley RA. J Psychol Christianity 2003, 22(2) 101-114
11. Unique challenges presented to the
church by kids with ADHD:
Church environments less structured than school
Church staff lack training, experience with kids
with ADHD (unlike the schools that they attend all
week)
Parents choose not to use, or physicians
encourage discontinuation of effective medication
on weekends
Many church activities occur when medication
has worn off or rebound is occurring
Dichotomous thinking…Can they or can’t they
control it?
12. Child/Teen Possible Solutions
Large group
activities
(worship,
education)
Small groups
Church activities
Parental
challenges in
promoting
spiritual growth
ADHD: Challenges, solutions in our most
common ministry environments
13. Strategies for promoting church involvement,
spiritual formation for kids with ADHD:
Ministry environments designed to be engaging,
not overwhelming
Group leaders, mentors offer accountability,
encourage use of gifts, passions for Kingdom
purposes
Active learners may do better talking while doing
Share your stories!
Resource parents for 1:1 conversations
14. What advantages might ADHD provide
a follower of Christ?
Willingness to take chances for God
Often energized by ministry activities
that capture their imagination
Effective in ministry teams when
others have complimentary
organizational skills
Good at scanning environment for
trends
Over-represented among senior
pastors? (clearly over-represented
among student pastors!)
15. How are kids with anxiety disorders
different from their peers?
They misperceive the level of threat, danger in
their environment
They think too much…often to the point that
academics, family functioning, friendships,
extracurricular activities are compromised
Prone to rumination, perseveration,
indecisiveness, perfectionism
16. How anxiety manifests in children,
teens
Note: Kids may experience different manifestations of anxiety as
they progress through developmental stages
Separation Anxiety Disorder
Specific Phobia
Generalized Anxiety Disorder
Social Anxiety Disorder
Panic Disorder
Selective Mutism
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)is closely related to
the anxiety disorders, but was placed in its’ own category in
DSM-5
J Am Acad Child Adolesc Psychiatry, 2007;46(2):267-283
17. Spiritual challenges for kids and adults
with anxiety
Propensity to misperceive God’s character, intentions
They frequently need to be “in control.”
Predisposed to focus on their performance for, as
opposed to their relationship with God
As rule followers, may be drawn to legalism
Often susceptible to questioning their faith, salvation
Spiritual concerns not infrequently become fodder for
obsessive thinking, compulsive behavior
But… for some, God may use anxiety to draw them into a
deeper relationship with Him
18. When is anxiety most likely to cause
problems with church participation?
When parents are dropping
off kids at age-appropriate
programming
If they find themselves the
focus of attention
Activities not part of the
weekly routine (mission
trips, retreats)
Transitions between age-
group ministry environments
(elementary-middle school,
middle school-high school
ministry)
Small groups with
expectation for self-
disclosure
19. Child/Teen Possible Solutions
Large group
activities
(worship,
education)
Small groups
Church activities
Parental
challenges in
promoting
spiritual growth
Anxiety Disorders: Challenges, solutions in
our most common ministry environments
20. Strategies for promoting church involvement,
spiritual formation for kids with anxiety…
Preparing kids for new
experiences (includes
pictures, video)
Anticipate response to
anxiety-provoking
situations
Familiar people help
transitions to new
experiences, activities
Anxiety as a signal to draw
closer to God?
Parents with partners in
reinforcing lessons learned
at church
21. How are kids and teens with Asperger’s
Disorder different?
Difficulties with reciprocal social interactions and
restricted patterns of interests or activities
Verbal language development is typical (in contrast to
other kids with autism)
Sensory processing issues
Average to high intelligence
High rates of ADHD, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
(OCD)
Many are desperately lonely and desire friends, but they
also frequently prefer their own company
22. Issues seen in kids with Asperger’s
Disorder:
Intense preoccupation with
topics, objects, activities
May struggle with motor skills,
coordination
Difficulty with pragmatic
language, differences in
intonation, pace, volume, pitch
(monotonal)…difficulty with
implied meaning, figurative
speech, will struggle to find
right words in unfamiliar
situations
Difficulties identifying with
experiences of others
(empathy)
23. Spiritual challenges common to persons
with Asperger’s…
May focus on mechanics instead of meaning when
asked to “invite Jesus into your heart.”
May experience more difficulty grasping empathy…
“putting themselves into someone else’s shoes”
Vulnerable to faith becoming excessively ritualized,
manual
May be resistant to trying new spiritual disciplines,
experiences
May have more difficulty moving on from hurts
Hypocrisy from Christians too often hardens hearts
against Christianity
24. Child/Teen Possible Solutions
Large group
activities
(worship,
education)
Small groups
Church activities
Parental
challenges in
promoting
spiritual growth
Asperger’s Disorder: Challenges, solutions in
our most common ministry environments
25. Strategies for promoting church involvement,
spiritual growth for kids with Asperger’s
Provide opportunities to
rehearse social skills for new
situations, environments
Evaluate sensory stimulation in
ministry environments
Bullying education, disability
awareness especially important
for peers in student ministry
May do better serving alongside
adults
Placement
Tap into areas of potential
giftedness
26. Defining the “win”
Whenever a child with a disability or any
family member experiences meaningful
interaction with a local church
27. Takeaway points…
Kids with ADHD benefit from environments designed to
optimize capacity for self-control and relevant, engaging
teaching on the most essential truths of our faith
Kids with anxiety can have excellent church experiences with
appropriate preparation, gradual exposure to threatening
situations and sensitivity to their need to not become a focus
of attention.
Kids with Asperger’s Disorder need sensory-friendly
environments, authentic relationships with accepting peers
and adults and individualized support of spiritual growth.
Kids with mental illness and their families represent one of
your church’s greatest outreach opportunities.
No church can do everything, but every church can do
something!
28. Additional Resources:
Resource page on ADHD and spiritual development
(includes video from Dr. Russ Barkley)
http://drgrcevich.wordpress.com/teaching-series-adhd-
and-spiritual-development/
Resource page on anxiety and spiritual development
http://drgrcevich.wordpress.com/resource-page-anxiety-
and-spiritual-development/
Resource page on Asperger’s Disorder and spiritual
development (includes video of 2012 Children’s Ministry
Web Summit presentation)
http://drgrcevich.wordpress.com/resource-page-anxiety-
and-spiritual-development/
30. Key Ministry promotes meaningful
connection between churches and
families of kids with disabilities for
the purpose of making disciples of
Jesus Christ.
Free training, consultation, support and resources
What Does Key Ministry Do?
33. Ministry strategies for persons with ADHD:
Environments
Registration/sign-in needs to be
orderly
Staffing for transition times
before/after services
Use of color, lighting
Engaging, not overwhelming
Communication strategies…
reinforce key point(s)
Use of touch, nonverbal cues
Family worship experiences
geared to kids?
Is signage, direction clear?
Use of music, technology
Physical environment
shouldn’t become a
distraction
Flexibility in dress code
Simplicity in communication
Children/teens: Adults:
34. Ministry strategies for persons with ADHD:
Discipleship
Church and parents as
partners in teaching kids
about God
They’ll learn and retain more
in 1:1, small group situations
Ministry resources need to be
sent directly to parents
Where can they be involved
in meaningful service?
Connecting them with others in
the church especially important
Break Scripture into smaller,
manageable parts
Small groups offer multiple
accountability partners
Where can they be involved in
meaningful service?
You have to remind them if you
want them to come
Children/teens: Adults:
35. What can I do to help someone I love
with ADHD come to faith, grow in faith?
Spend time with your child
one on one or as a family
praying together, studying the
Bible together
Make Jesus, Scripture
interesting by sharing from
your experiences
Seek opportunities for your
child to serve in ways that fit
their talents, gifts
Attend church regularly
Invite them to church (or
remind them to come)
Go with them to a church
where they’re more likely to
have a positive experience
Pray, study the Bible, serve
with them
Connect them to others in the
church who will accept them,
follow up with them
My child: My spouse, sibling, friend: