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Autism Pastor Lamar Hardwick: A Champion of Inclusion and Faith

Discover the inspiring story of Lamar Hardwick, an autism advocate and pastor, and the Church of England’s £2.4 million investment in disability inclusion.
— Read on bnnbreaking.com/breaking-news/health/autism-pastor-lamar-hardwick-a-champion-of-inclusion-and-faith

Meet ‘The Autism Pastor’ Lamar Hardwick: Preacher, author, cancer warrior

(RNS) — Hardwick recently retired as lead pastor of Tri-Cities Church in East Point, Georgia, as he receives ongoing treatment for stage 4 cancer.
— Read on religionnews.com/2024/02/08/meet-the-autism-pastor-lamar-hardwick-preacher-author-cancer-warrior/

Help The Hardwick Family

Hi my name is Lamar. I’m also known as The Autism Pastor. In 2020 I was diagnosed with stage three rectal cancer. Unfortunately after only a year of remission the cancer returned and has spread to my lungs making it stage four. Recently I had to take early retirement while I continue to receive ongoing chemotherapy treatments to try to control the cancer because surgical intervention is no longer a viable option for my case. I recently discovered that SSI disability benefits may take up to a year to approve and while I have a few income generating opportunities, the loss of an annual income has already proven to be a challenge. Battling cancer for nearly four years has brought me to a place of humility and I am grateful to know that I can ask for help in times like these. Anything you can contribute to help my family stay afloat until I can access my benefits would be greatly appreciated. We love you all for all the support you have offered us over the last few years.

You can click the link below to contribute! Thank you.

www.gofundme.com/f/wtjzd-help-the-hardwicks

My new book is coming!

30 days until my new book releases!

For authors, first week sales are hugely important for the success of their books. I have a dream of doing 5k in the first week. I think this book is important and can help change the way we examine disability, race, and religion in America. Help me reach the goal of 5k first week sales!

Preorder your copy today!

https://bakerbookhouse.com/products/542826

How Ableism Fuels Racism: Dismantling the Hierarchy of Bodies in the Church https://a.co/d/2YoMT9G

Preorder your copy today!

How Ableism Fuels Racism: Dismantling the Hierarchy of Bodies in the Church

Be sure to read this great (starred) review of my forthcoming book from Publishers Weekly

How Ableism Fuels Racism: Dismantling the Hierarchy of Bodies in the Church
— Read on www.publishersweekly.com/9781587436123

Book Dr. Lamar Hardwick | Speakers Bureau | Booking Agent Info

Biography and booking information for Dr. Lamar Hardwick, Pastor, Author & Autism Awareness Advocate. Contact All American Speakers Bureau to book the best keynote speaker for your next live or virtual event.
— Read on www.allamericanspeakers.com/speakers/452850/Dr.-Lamar-Hardwick

Disability and The Church has been Nominated for an award!

My book Disability and The Church made it to the finals!

You can vote for it again to win the InterVarsity Press readers choice award.

Voting begins today and closes on February 9th.

Anyone who votes and shares their email will be sent a 25% off code for any IVP book and will also be entered to win the stack of winning titles.

Here’s the link to go vote!

https://www.ivpress.com/pages/2021-readers-choice-awards

Lamar Hardwick’s Prophetic Words on Disability in the Church – InterVarsity Press

Lamar Hardwick’s Prophetic Words on Disability in the Church – InterVarsity Press
— Read on www.ivpress.com/every-voice-now/podcast/season-2/episode-11

“In sickness and in health..”

“In sickness and in health..”

The last 9 months have been hell but when I tell you this woman was my rock, I mean it. Today as I left the hospital after having a major surgery to have the rest of the cancerous tumor removed from my body, I could only think of how grateful I am to God and how blessed I am to be married to this woman. I still have some challenges ahead of me because of the side effects of the various treatments but I’m forever grateful that God sparred my life so that we can continue our journey together. Isabella Hardwick I love you. Thank you for caring for me and carrying me when I was down.

Cultural Bias and Disability: We have to do better with Children of Color | The Art of Autism

Lamar Hardwick, The Autistic Pastor, talks about growing up Black, cultural camouflage and cultural bias and disability
— Read on the-art-of-autism.com/cultural-bias-and-disability-we-have-to-do-better-with-children-of-color/