Lamar Hardwick (D.Min.)

The Autism Pastor Podcast

Religion EN ↓ 31 episodes

Husband. Father. Pastor. Author. Advocate. Join Dr. Lamar Hardwick, The Autism Pastor, as he discusses life, theology and faith, culture, politics, and leadership through the lens of disability. Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/autismpastorpodcast/support autismpastor.substack.com

Author

Lamar Hardwick (D.Min.)

Category

Religion

Podcast website

autismpastor.substack.com

Latest episode

Mar 11, 2026

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Episodes

Disability Inclusive Worship: Moving from accommodation to communion 11.03.2026

In this 30 minute video Dr. Hardwick shares a workshop that empowers local church leaders to create disability inclusive worship services in their communities. Get full access to The Four Stages Substack at autismpastor.substack.com/subscribe

Bad Things Happen: Episode Two 24.02.2026

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Bad Things Happen 17.02.2026

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A quick update on my health 28.10.2025

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We’re back with season four! 10.09.2025

We’re back with Season Four of the HardLee Typical Podcast. Check out episode one! #hardleetypicalPodcast New episode is available now on all podcast platforms! Be sure to Subscribe to the HardLee Typical Substack page! Thanks for reading The Four Stages Substack! This post is public so feel free to share it. Get full access to The Four Stages Substack at autismpastor.substack.com/subscribe

Between Two Gods? 09.05.2025

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Try Again 29.12.2024

It’s the end of the year and like most people I’m thinking about the upcoming year. I preached this message 2 years ago. We were still technically in a pandemic. Little did I know that in about two months I’d be diagnosed with cancer again for the second time in two years. This message was all about learning to try again and trust again when something we attempted didn’t succeed. Today I’m preachi...

How to Respond To Hate 20.11.2024

I preached this 10 minute message about responding to hate four years ago but I thought it was worth sharing again. Watch and share with someone you know. Blessings, Get full access to The Four Stages Substack at autismpastor.substack.com/subscribe

My New Podcast! 25.08.2024

It’s been a while since I’ve been active on my podcast. That was mostly because of the rigor of cancer treatment. Well I’m happy to say I’m back, but with a brand new podcast and a co-host! Take a listen to a crossover episode of the HardLee Typical Podcast which launches on Labor Day Weekend and be sure to subscribe! Get full access to The Four Stages Substack at autismpastor.substack.com/subscri...

Why Me? 26.07.2024

Last Sunday I had the opportunity to share my story at Freedom Church in Acworth GA. Freedom Church is pastored by my good friend J.R. Lee and I usually speak there every July, but this message just hit different. If you have about 35 minutes, check it out to see why. Get full access to The Four Stages Substack at autismpastor.substack.com/subscribe

Two Minute Chapter Chat 13.01.2024

Here’s another #twominutechapterchat for my forthcoming book How Ableism Fuels Racism. In this episode I share the central thoughts about chapter one of the book which is titled Disability, Blackness, and Early American Christianity. Make sure to preorder your copy I included I’m just going going going on on o ppl Get full access to The Four Stages Substack at autismpastor.substack.com/subscribe

2 Minute Chapter Chat 05.01.2024

Thank you for reading Autism Pastor Press. This post is public so feel free to share it. Autism Pastor Press is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. Preorder your copy today! Get full access to The Four Stages Substack at autismpastor.substack.com/subscribe

An update on my cancer treatment. 18.12.2023

Yesterday I updated the congregation on my health and cancer treatment plan. Here are a few quick notes. 1. The spot on my lung is still small but unfortunately in a position that is too difficult to surgically remove. Instead we will utilize radiation therapy. 2. As a result surgical intervention is no longer an option for the original tumor in the rectum. This is because there is no medical bene...

The Blue Ring Journal 30.09.2022

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It's Never Not Nine 21.07.2022

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Slaves Without Masters Part Three 10.06.2022

The Mark of Slavery: Disability, Race, And Gender in Antebellum America. George Fitzhugh was born in Prince William County in the state of Virginia in 1806. Raised in King George County, Fitzhugh would graduate high school and eventually go on to study law and get married and begin practicing in Caroling County, VA. Fitzhugh has historically been known as a fierce and articulate defender of slaver...

A Conversation with Amy Kenny 04.06.2022

Amy Kenny is a disabled scholar and a Shakespeare Lecturer who hates Hamlet.  She serves on the mayor’s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Taskforce in her home city coordinates support for people experiencing homelessness in her neighborhood, and is currently co-launching  Jubilee Homes OC , a permanent supportive housing initiative in her local community.  She is a  Scribe  for Freedom Road Instit...

Bonus Episode 31.05.2022

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Slaves Without Masters Part Two 27.05.2022

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Slaves Without Masters Part One 19.05.2022

Understanding racism requires understanding ableism. In this episode, we will begin to trace the connection between race, religion, and ableism in American history.  Mentioned in this episode: The Mark of Slavery: Disability, Race, And Gender in Antebellum America Visit my website at autismpastor.com Purchase my award-winning book Disability and The Church: A Vision for Diversity and Inclusion ---...

Disability and the Church Book Club (Chapter 7) 27.05.2021

In this episode, Dr. Hardwick shares his thoughts on chapter 7 of his new book Disability And The Church . --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/autismpastorpodcast/support Get full access to The Four Stages Substack at autismpastor.substack.com/subscribe

A Conversation with Lisa Jamieson from Walk Right In Ministries 21.05.2021

In this episode, Dr. Hardwick has a conversation about Disability And The Church with Lisa Jamieson --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/autismpastorpodcast/support Get full access to The Four Stages Substack at autismpastor.substack.com/subscribe

Disability and the Church Book Club (Chapters 5 & 6) 03.05.2021

In this episode, Dr. Hardwick discusses key ideas from chapters 5&6 of his book Disability and The Church.  --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/autismpastorpodcast/support Get full access to The Four Stages Substack at autismpastor.substack.com/subscribe

Disability and the Church Book Club (Chapters 3 & 4) 27.04.2021

In this episode, Dr. Hardwick discusses chapters 3 & 4 of his new book Disability and the Church.  --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/autismpastorpodcast/support Get full access to The Four Stages Substack at autismpastor.substack.com/subscribe

Disability and the Church Book Club (Chapter 1 & 2) 19.04.2021

In this episode, we listen in on Dr. Hardwick leading an online book club for his new book Disability And The Church. Dr. Hardwick covers key ideas and concepts from chapters 1 & 2 of the book as well as fielding questions from the participants.  --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/autismpas...

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