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Joni and Friends Ministry Podcast

Booking Overview

A Christian ministry interview show focused on disability, caregiving, suffering, and hope, it typically features pastors, theologians, ministry leaders, caregiving experts, authors, and people with firsthand disability experience. PR agencies could credibly pitch Christian authors and speakers, disability-ministry leaders, dementia-care professionals, pastors, and experienced caregivers with practical and biblically grounded expertise; booking difficulty is medium because guests are specialized professionals rather than major celebrities.

Metrics

Episodes: 257

Frequency: Weekly

Rating: 4.9/5.0

Estimated listeners: 1,000 - 10,000

Listener location: USA

YouTube: 131.0k subscribers

Instagram: 238.0k followers

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

info@joniandfriends.org

webadmin@joniandfriends.org

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Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

medium
Typical Credentials:  
Christian pastors, theologians, ministry leaders, authors, caregiving and dementia-care professionals, and guests with substantial firsthand experience of disability, chronic illness, or family caregiving.
Required Achievements:  
Published books, Leadership in Christian or disability-focused ministries, Professional expertise in caregiving or dementia care, Lived experience paired with practical and biblical insight

Recent Guest Discussions

Renee Dollenmayer - Disability, Singleness, Mental Health, Finding Identity In Christ, Cultivating Joy, Purposeful Living, And Waiting Through Difficult Circumstances.

Michael Beates - Disability And The Gospel, Caregiving As Ministry, Human Dignity, Weakness, Dependence, And The Image Of God.

Lizette Cloete - Christian Dementia Care, Preserving Dignity, Family Dynamics, Caregiver Burnout, Communicating Truth, And Hope During Caregiving.

Shane Colwell - Suffering, Chronic Illness, Disability, Caregiving, Lament, Unanswered Prayer, Grief, Marriage, And Trusting God When Healing Does Not Come.

Recent Topics

Christianity, Disability Ministry, Caregiving, Dementia Care, Chronic Illness

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
Joni and Friends Ministry Podcast
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Until Next Season

September 03, 2026

From conversations about disability and caregiving to grief, perseverance, and hope, this season has been a reminder that you are never alone in your hardships. No matter what you're facing today, God sees you, loves you, and is continuing to write a beautiful story of redemption and grace. In this episode, you'll also hear what's coming next for the podcast, including an upcoming mini-series on disability and the church featuring some familiar voices from past seasons. Until then, we pray th...

How to Live with Joyful Purpose: Renee Dollenmayer

August 27, 2026

What if the life you've been given is more beautiful and purposeful than you've allowed yourself to believe? Living with spastic quadriplegic cerebral palsy, mental health struggles, and countless surgeries, Renee Dollenmayer knows what it means to go through the hard. But she's also discovered something profound—joy isn't found in perfect circumstances, but in the presence of Jesus. In this episode, Renee shares how God has transformed her understanding of disability, singleness, waiting, an...

The Gospel of Weakness with Dr. Michael Beates

August 20, 2026

What if caregiving isn't an interruption to ministry, but ministry itself? For more than three decades, Dr. Michael Beates has served as a theologian, professor, author, and longtime leader with Joni and Friends. But beyond the classroom and the conference stage, his greatest ministry has been at home, alongside his wife,caring for their daughter with profound disabilities, his aging mother-in-law, and their adopted son who has ongoing support needs.  In this thoughtful and deeply personal co...

Frequently asked questions

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Joni and Friends Ministry Podcast
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How do I get in touch with Joni and Friends Ministry Podcast?

Its publicly listed emails are info@joniandfriends.org and webadmin@joniandfriends.org. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for Joni and Friends Ministry Podcast?

The publicly listed emails for Joni and Friends Ministry Podcast: info@joniandfriends.org and webadmin@joniandfriends.org.

How many listeners does Joni and Friends Ministry Podcast have?

Podseeker estimates Joni and Friends Ministry Podcast reaches 1,000 to 10,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for Joni and Friends Ministry Podcast?

Joni and Friends Ministry Podcast typically books working professionals with real expertise. Typical guest background: Christian pastors, theologians, ministry leaders, authors, caregiving and dementia-care professionals, and guests with substantial firsthand experience of disability, chronic illness, or family caregiving. Common among recent guests: Published books; Leadership in Christian or disability-focused ministries; Professional expertise in caregiving or dementia care. Recent guests include Renee Dollenmayer, Michael Beates, and Lizette Cloete.

How hard is it to get booked on Joni and Friends Ministry Podcast?

Medium. Guests usually need solid credentials in the topic and an idea that fits the show.

What topics does Joni and Friends Ministry Podcast cover?

Recent episodes cover Christianity, Disability Ministry, Caregiving, Dementia Care, and Chronic Illness. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

Publicly listed emails

info@joniandfriends.org

webadmin@joniandfriends.org

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