Featuring Fela
Writing
Podcasts
Videos
Speaking
Fela’s Featured Writing
John is a contributing writer for several special needs organizations including Key Ministry, Hope Anew and The Mighty.
Click on a tab on the right to read blog posts for each platform.
Key Ministry Special Needs Parenting
John has been writing for the Key Ministry Special Needs Parenting blog for several years. You can find all of his posts for the SNP blog here.
Hope Anew
A Christ-centered group that “gets” it for parents of kids with special needs.
Patheos
Find the entire Key Ministry Writing Team on Patheos!
The Mighty
The Mighty is a safe, supportive community for people facing health challenges and the people who care for them.
Books
John’s story as a special needs parent was featured in Kia Hunt’s book as one of the Desperate Parent Stories. John shares his experience as a special needs father and divorced father.
Amazon.com: 5 Tips from Jesus for Desperate Parents: 9798488653795: Hunt, Kia: Books
Featured Podcast Episodes
Dad to Dad Podcast
In partnership with Couch Media, 21CD is producing a series of inspirational podcast stories, of some extraordinary fathers, to inspire all dads, raise awareness for the Special Father’s Network and recruit more Mentor Fathers.
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A Special Hope Podcast
Discovering special hope in the stories of those living with special needs, those who strive to minister to special needs families, and the God who is making all things new.
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Podcast Episode Features
Label Free Podcast
Deanna Marie Kuempel’s podcast discusses how we avoid allowing society to put a label on us and how we rise above that expectation. We will discuss from a very human standpoint how we learn to break free and growing past our fears. Deanna will interview individuals from all walks of life that are inspiring and have proven that they will and can be exactly who they want to be while being successful!
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Featured Videos
John Felageller, Key Ministry Quick Take 2024
Reflecting Back with Michelle Podcast
John Felageller is the Ministry Relations Manager at Joni and Friends Chicago, working with churches to equip and train them to help the disabled in their communities. Previous to that, he spent almost 20 years in education, working with children from Infants to Middle School, serving in a variety of roles including Teacher, Mentor Teacher and School Director. John lives in Round Lake, IL and is a single father to his son Christopher (ASD). He is a public speaker, multiple podcast guest, and regular contributor to Key Ministry’s Special Needs Family blog, as well as other special needs blogs including Hope Anew and The Mighty. !
John Felageller and Joy Henderson's Father's Day 2021
A great Fathers Day message for all you great Special Needs Dads out there from Behavioral Perspectives!
#TalkWithDoc - Dads Panel - How To Survive Stay At Home - May 29 2020
Doc Hunsley from SOAR Special Needs is joined by John Felageller, Jonathan McGuire, Larry Jamieson, Kevin Molis, Jason Hague, and Jarell Roach as these dads share their resources and their wisdom and talk on “How To Survive Stay At Home” and much more! Our dad’s have children ranging from preschool through adult and will be able to talk through any concern you might have! We will also answer your questions.
FB Live Hosted by Key Ministry 2020
Being a single parent of a child with special needs presents unique challenges during this time of quarantine. John Felageller talks about handling issues like joint custody and routines during a time that is anything but routine.
Wonderfully Made Conference 2019
From the Wonderfully Made Conference, hosted by SOAR Special Needs Ministry in Kansas City, join this talk to hear from a panel of experienced parents as they share wisdom they’ve gathered from walking the path of a special needs parent.
FB Live Hosted by Not Alone 2018
John discusses tips, tricks, and practical suggestions for vacationing as a special needs family. From preparation to coming home, John talks through how to have a successful and enjoyable vacation.
Inclusion Fusion Live! Conference 2018
From the Inclusion Fusion Live! Conference, hosted by Key Ministry in Bay Village, OH, this dad’s panel features John Felageller, Jonathan McGuire, and Jason Hague. These dads of kids with disabilities talk about the blessings and challenges they face and encourage other dads.