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In this episode of Every Child Belongs, Kim Botto welcomes Dr. Steve Grcevich, a child and adolescent psychiatrist and founder of Key Ministry. With decades of experience and a deep passion for inclusion, Dr. Steve shares his journey from medical practice to ministry, focusing on helping churches welcome families impacted by hidden disabilities and mental health conditions. Dr. Steve unpacks eye-opening data showing that families raising children with mental health challenges—like anxiety, ADHD, and autism—are significantly less likely to attend church. He explains the barriers these families face, from stigma and social isolation to sensory processing issues and previous negative church experiences. Together, Kim and Dr. Steve explore practical steps churches can take to become more welcoming, inclusive spaces where every child and family can belong. You'll hear actionable ideas rooted in compassion, research, and lived experience—whether you're a church leader, parent, or advocate. Discover how small changes in your church culture and environment can have a lasting impact on families who need it most—and why this work is not just important, but a calling. Key Ministry https://keyministry.org/ "Boundless Hope for Every Child" by Kim Botto https://amzn.to/3Uj0MKg (affiliate links) Every Child Belongs explores how we can create spaces where every child feels heard and valued, whether neurodivergent, differently abled, or they've experienced trauma. We'll hear from educators, parents, professionals, and more. Kim Botto is an adoptive mom, grandma, an advocate for kids and teens with disabilities, as well as a long-time leader of kids in student ministries.
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In this episode of Every Child Belongs, Kim Botto welcomes Dr. Steve Grcevich, a child and adolescent psychiatrist and founder of Key Ministry. With decades of experience and a deep passion for inclusion, Dr. Steve shares his journey from medical practice to ministry, focusing on helping churches welcome families impacted by hidden disabilities and mental health conditions. Dr. Steve unpacks eye-opening data showing that families raising children with mental health challenges—like anxiety, ADHD, and autism—are significantly less likely to attend church. He explains the barriers these families face, from stigma and social isolation to sensory processing issues and previous negative church experiences. Together, Kim and Dr. Steve explore practical steps churches can take to become more welcoming, inclusive spaces where every child and family can belong. You'll hear actionable ideas rooted in compassion, research, and lived experience—whether you're a church leader, parent, or advocate. Discover how small changes in your church culture and environment can have a lasting impact on families who need it most—and why this work is not just important, but a calling. Key Ministry https://keyministry.org/ "Boundless Hope for Every Child" by Kim Botto https://amzn.to/3Uj0MKg (affiliate links) Every Child Belongs explores how we can create spaces where every child feels heard and valued, whether neurodivergent, differently abled, or they've experienced trauma. We'll hear from educators, parents, professionals, and more. Kim Botto is an adoptive mom, grandma, an advocate for kids and teens with disabilities, as well as a long-time leader of kids in student ministries.

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