The Indispensable Podcast is a ministry resource dedicated to equipping churches and families to better serve individuals with special needs.
Too many special needs families have been turned away from or made to feel unwelcome in their churches. This podcast exists to change that. It breaks down the fear and awkwardness that often creates barriers, and replaces it with practical stories, real church experiences, and a simple but powerful call: meet people where they are, and ask how you can love them well.
Indispensable makes the case that every person — including those with special needs — is made in God’s image and has something to offer their community. The gospel is for everyone, and discipleship must make room for everyone. Whether you’re a church leader, a family member, or an individual with special needs yourself, this podcast is a tool for building more inclusive, gospel-centered communities.
Episode 9 [Season 2] Interview: Sevrin Hamilton, The Elisha Foundation
May 28, 2026
Episode 1 – TEF Show Notes Description: In this first episode of season 2, Ethan and Michaela talk with Sevrin Hamilton from The Elisha Foundation (aka TEF) about Family Retreats and disability ministry training. Have questions? Check out our website www.indispensablepodcast.com or email us at indispensablepod@gmail.com For more information about The Elisha
Episode 10 [Season 2] Live Conversation with Sandra Peoples
May 28, 2026
Episode 10 – Indispensable Conversations with Sandra Peoples Show Notes Description: In this episode we showcase a Facebook Live event called, “Indispensable Conversation.” In this conversation, Todd Robertson and Jared Kennedy speak with Sandra Peoples concerning decision fatigue. Have questions? Check out our website www.indispensablepodcast.com or email us at indispensablepod@gmail.com For more
Episode 11 [Season 2] Interview: Sarah & Sam Broady
May 28, 2026
Sarah and Sam Broady Show Notes Description: Author, speaker, and advocate Sarah Broady and her son Sam, who has autism, sit down for a conversation about how the COVID-19 pandemic impacted their lives at home, school, and in the church. Have questions? Check out our website www.indispensablepodcast.com or email us at indispensablepod@gmail.com
Episode 12 [Season 2] Interview: Justin Reimer
May 28, 2026
Justin Reimer Show Notes Description: Justin Reimer, founder of Guidelight (formerly The Elisha Foundation), discusses disability and the church and the founding of Guidelight, which seeks to provide “Biblical hope and practical help for families with childhood disability.” Have questions? Check out our website www.indispensablepodcast.com or email us at indispensablepod@gmail.com For more
Episode 13 [Season 2] Bethesda Disability Ministry
May 28, 2026
Bethesda Disability Ministry Show Notes Description: In the first episode of season 2, Ethan and Michaela talk about the Bethesda Disability Curriculum with Jill Miller and Felicia Grandinette. Have questions? Check out our website www.indispensablepodcast.com or email us at indispensablepod@gmail.com For more information about the Bethesda Disability Curriculum check out their website:
Episode 14 [Season 4] Suzie’s Seizure Guide: Kara Rogers
May 28, 2026
EPISODE 14 Suzie’s Seizure Guide Show Notes Description: In this first episode Ethan and Michaela talk with Kara Rogers, author of Suzie’s Seizure Guide. Get you copy of Suzie’s Seizure Guide HERE Have questions? Check out our website www.indispensablepodcast.com or email us at indispensablepod@gmail.com Music Credits: Filmmusic (https://filmmusic.io/) “Funny Adventures” by
Episode 15 [Season 4] A Theology of Weakness & Welcome: Sevrin Hamilton
May 28, 2026
EPISODE 15 A Theology of Weakness and Welcome Show Notes Description: In this episode we hear from Sevrin Hamilton speaking on A Theology of Weakness and Welcome. Check out the Guidelight’s website HERE Learn more about the training resources offered by Guidelight HERE Have questions? Check out our website www.indispensablepodcast.com or
Episode 19 – [Season 4] Interview: Todd & Kim Robertson
May 7, 2026
In this episode, Ethan and Michaela talk with Todd and Kim Robertson about their family and experience having a child with Angelman syndrome.
Episode 18 [Season 4]: Resource Recommendations
May 7, 2026