Join us for the Disability & the Church Conference 2025

Join us for the Disability & the Church Conference 2025, hosted by Key Ministry—a gathering designed to equip and encourage pastors, ministry leaders, and volunteers in building gospel-centered ministries that welcome individuals and families impacted by disability. This year’s conference will feature inspiring speakers, interactive workshops, and valuable networking opportunities, providing you with practical strategies to implement in your church and ministry.

Conference Details:

  • Dates: April 29 – May 1, 2025
  • Location: McLean Bible Church, Washington, D.C.

Schedule Overview:

  • Tuesday, April 29:
    • 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM: Pre-Conference Ministry Intensives
    • 12:30 PM – 1:00 PM: Check-in, Networking & Exhibit Hall
    • 2:00 PM – 3:15 PM: All Conference Gathering #1
    • 3:30 PM – 6:15 PM: Breakout Sessions
  • Wednesday, April 30:
    • 9:00 AM – 10:15 AM: All Conference Gathering #2
    • 10:30 AM – 12:15 PM: Breakout Sessions
    • 12:15 PM – 1:45 PM: Lunch (included) & Optional Programming
    • 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM: Breakout Sessions & All Conference Gathering #3
    • 5:15 PM: Optional Networking Hour
  • Thursday, May 1:
    • 8:45 AM – 11:00 AM: Breakout Sessions
    • 11:15 AM – 12:00 PM: All Conference Gathering #4
    • 12:00 PM: Conference concludes

Featured Speakers:

  • Dr. Steve Grcevich: Founder/President, Key Ministry
  • Larah Roberts: Key Ministry | Raising Autistic Disciples
  • Dr. Lamar Hardwick: Author, Scholar, Speaker
  • Dr. Terisha Lee: Parent Educator & Practical Theologian
  • Dr. Erik Carter: Baylor Center for Developmental Disabilities
  • Stephanie Hubach: Covenant Theological Seminary

Workshops & Quicktakes:

Dive into the heart of ministry challenges and solutions with breakout sessions tailored to the unique needs of church leaders and teams. Whether you’re just starting out or a seasoned leader, these sessions cover everything from practical strategies to culturally relevant insights. Create your own path through the sessions or follow a suggested track designed for your ministry focus. Bring your team, spread out, and tackle it all together!

Ministry Intensives:

Ministry Intensives offer a unique opportunity to dive deeper into specific ministry topics before the conference officially begins. These focused, hands-on sessions are designed for those looking to deepen their expertise and expand their skills in areas like disability ministry, mental health, and trauma care. Join us early to enhance your experience with practical, high-impact learning that prepares you for the main conference sessions ahead.

Registration Pricing:

  • Regular Registration:
    • Individual: $229 per person (starting January 8)
  • Group Rate Registration:
    • Individual: $199 per person for groups of 5 or more (starting January 8)

Who Should Attend?

This conference is for church leaders, volunteers, and ministry teams passionate about creating a culture of inclusion for individuals and families impacted by disability, mental health, and trauma. Whether you’re launching a new ministry, seeking fresh ideas, or looking for ways to deepen your church’s impact, this conference equips you with the tools, resources, and connections you need to serve with excellence and share the hope of the Gospel.

For more information and to register, please visit the Disability & the Church Conference 2025 page.