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Lamar Hardwick D.Min. (aka Autism Pastor) @lamarhardwick.bsky.social · 01/01/2026

Happy New Year! My hope is as strong as it ever was and I’m ready to take on the year. What are you hoping/praying for in 2026?

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Lamar Hardwick D.Min. (aka Autism Pastor) @lamarhardwick.bsky.social · 29/12/2025

Here’s the link to the panel I was privileged to participate in Duke Divinity School in partnership with L'Arche North Carolina youtu.be/g2kZIPCOrSc?...

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L'Arche DDS Lunch and Learn 2025

YouTube video by Duke Divinity School's Office of Student Life

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Christian Century @christiancentury.bsky.social · 04/12/2025

“Black autistic pastor and disability scholar @lamarhardwick.bsky.social shows how ideas around race and disability can cost people their lives.” – review by Lilia Ellis www.christiancentury.org/books/when-a... @brazospress.bsky.social

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When ableism and racism intertwine

Black autistic pastor and disability scholar Lamar Hardwick shows how ideas around race and disability can cost people their...

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Lamar Hardwick D.Min. (aka Autism Pastor) @lamarhardwick.bsky.social · 02/09/2025

Working on a better version of yourself is admirable but remember it is still “WORK” We need to remember to prioritize rest, even in our desires to become more. Remember, rest is holy. #cancerwarrior #unshakeable

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Lamar Hardwick D.Min. (aka Autism Pastor) @lamarhardwick.bsky.social · 27/08/2025

Just curious. If you grew up in a religious, spiritual, regular church attending home etc .. (It doesn’t have to be Christian and you don’t have to disclose your religious identity) What were you taught about the nature and purpose of suffering?

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Lamar Hardwick D.Min. (aka Autism Pastor) @lamarhardwick.bsky.social · 25/08/2025

Just a quick observation. I have never seen “secular” artists get dragged on social media for doing songs with Christians. Anyway. Carry on.

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Lamar Hardwick D.Min. (aka Autism Pastor) @lamarhardwick.bsky.social · 18/08/2025

a.co/d/06Vky0c My latest book is on sale on Amazon! Hurry apparently there only a few copies left.

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Lamar Hardwick D.Min. (aka Autism Pastor) @lamarhardwick.bsky.social · 02/07/2025

Dear friends, Showing up doesn’t obligate you to put on a show. You don’t have to perform in order to be acknowledged, accepted, loved, or even appreciated. Sometimes the courage to simply take up space is what makes you the most beautiful person in the world.

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Lamar Hardwick D.Min. (aka Autism Pastor) @lamarhardwick.bsky.social · 04/06/2025

The kindle version of my book is currently on sale! a.co/d/hW3dFe1

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Lamar Hardwick D.Min. (aka Autism Pastor) @lamarhardwick.bsky.social · 20/05/2025

Today was a pretty challenging pain management day. Feeling better but it was rough earlier today.

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Lois Curtis Center @loiscurtiscenter.bsky.social · 17/04/2025

Throwback Thursday post: if you're interested in the intersection of autism and systemic racism, then this conversation is for you. It features LCC co-founder @reymamccoyhyten.bsky.social and @lamarhardwick.bsky.social tackling social service and faith spaces.

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A Conversation About Autism Acceptance & Racial Justice

YouTube video by The Frontline

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Lamar Hardwick D.Min. (aka Autism Pastor) @lamarhardwick.bsky.social · 20/04/2025

The stillness & silence from the cemetery on the Saturday after Good Friday is an act of solidarity. God sits with us in suffering, loss, & grief & it’s when God remains silent that we become aware that it is because God is listening.

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Lamar Hardwick D.Min. (aka Autism Pastor) @lamarhardwick.bsky.social · 12/04/2025

3 days post op & I feel pretty good. Sore but pain is manageable. I don’t know why but I literally just realized that tomorrow is Palm Sunday. Not quite sure I’m ready to do church yet so it may be online worship for me tomorrow. As always thanks for your prayers and well wishes. Blessings

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Lamar Hardwick D.Min. (aka Autism Pastor) @lamarhardwick.bsky.social · 07/04/2025

Season 3 is here! Watch episode one of the new season of the HardLee Typical Podcast today! As always be sure to like, subscribe, leave a review and share with a friend or two.

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Unseen and Unhoused: Dr. Terence Lester on Faith and Marginalization

In this episode, the hosts welcome Dr.

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Lamar Hardwick D.Min. (aka Autism Pastor) @lamarhardwick.bsky.social · 07/04/2025

Here’s my keynote address from Friday’s event with the Strategies for Justice’s 5th Annual Symposium on Conscious Law Enforcement & Inclusive Practices.

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Our Closing Keynote Speaker Dr Lamar Hardwick

YouTube video by Strategies For Justice (SFJ)

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Lamar Hardwick D.Min. (aka Autism Pastor) @lamarhardwick.bsky.social · 25/03/2025

Today is #chemoday Today I’m rocking the white and black track suit with the Jordan 1 High Green Glows The black and white with a splash of mint makes the white and black track suit pop! #chemokicks Thanks for the prayers and support! #cancerwarrior #unshakeble

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Lamar Hardwick D.Min. (aka Autism Pastor) @lamarhardwick.bsky.social · 23/03/2025

Hardwick, the retired pastor of Tri-Cities Church in East Point, Georgia, was diagnosed with autism at age 36 in 2014. His blog about his experience quickly became popular and resulted in a 2021 book, “Disability and the Church: A Vision for Diversity and Inclusion,”….

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The new leaders in the world of faith to follow in 2025

(RNS) — Even as U.S. politics seemed to be locked into familiar patterns, a few faith leaders showed the ability to take the country in new directions.

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Lamar Hardwick D.Min. (aka Autism Pastor) @lamarhardwick.bsky.social · 13/03/2025

Some of us are over budget. Some of us are over extended. Some of us over worked. And most of us are just over IT. That’s why we need MARGIN and God knew this and asked us to not only have MARGIN but to remember it is HOLY.

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Lamar Hardwick D.Min. (aka Autism Pastor) @lamarhardwick.bsky.social · 12/03/2025

“I’m going to be honest, the last four years have been extremely challenging for me. The most difficult of these challenges has of course been my battle with cancer.”

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5 Reasons Not To Quit

“God gives a hand to those down on their luck, gives a fresh start to those ready to quit.” Psalm 145:14 MSG

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Lamar Hardwick D.Min. (aka Autism Pastor) @lamarhardwick.bsky.social · 04/03/2025

religionnews.com

The new leaders in the world of faith to follow in 2025

(RNS) — Even as U.S. politics seemed to be locked into familiar patterns, a few faith leaders showed the ability to take the country in new directions.

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Lamar Hardwick D.Min. (aka Autism Pastor) @lamarhardwick.bsky.social · 05/02/2025

Family I am taking a much needed social media break. Not sure how long. While I’m gone be kind to on another.

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Lamar Hardwick D.Min. (aka Autism Pastor) @lamarhardwick.bsky.social · 04/02/2025

Today is @worldcancerday I’ve been living with and fighting cancer for 1,586 days. That’s 38,064 hrs That’s 2,283,840 min Unfortunately my case is inoperable. Fortunately I still have lots of time ahead of me and I feel really good. #UnitedByUnique #WorldCancerDay

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Lamar Hardwick D.Min. (aka Autism Pastor) @lamarhardwick.bsky.social · 03/02/2025

Internet Troll commenting on post about my book: DEI fuels racism. Where’s your book about that? Me: I ain’t never scared but Ma’am it is Black History Month. I don’t owe you nothing. Let me show you to the digital door. *deletes comment* ✌🏾

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Lamar Hardwick D.Min. (aka Autism Pastor) @lamarhardwick.bsky.social · 03/02/2025

“You’ve observed how godless rulers throw their weight around,” he said, “and when people get a little power how quickly it goes to their heads. It’s not going to be that way with you. Whoever wants to be great must become a servant. ‭‭Mark‬ ‭10‬:‭41‬-‭43 MSG‬‬

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Lamar Hardwick D.Min. (aka Autism Pastor) @lamarhardwick.bsky.social · 02/02/2025

Here’s today’s quote from my award winning book How Ableism Fuels Racism. This month the book will be 1 year old and of your looking for a good book for Black History Month this book will be a great resource! It’s available wherever books are sold!

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Lamar Hardwick D.Min. (aka Autism Pastor) @lamarhardwick.bsky.social · 01/02/2025

Here’s today’s quote from my award winning book How Ableism Fuels Racism. Next month the book will be 1 year old and of your looking for a good book for Black History Month this book will be a great resource! It’s available wherever books are sold!

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Lamar Hardwick D.Min. (aka Autism Pastor) @lamarhardwick.bsky.social · 31/01/2025

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Lamar Hardwick D.Min. (aka Autism Pastor) @lamarhardwick.bsky.social · 28/01/2025

The 2025 Hugh C. Benner Preachers’ Conference will feature Dr. Lamar Hardwick as the keynote speaker, nationally known author and autistic preacher.

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Preacher’s Conference – The Sending Project

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Lamar Hardwick D.Min. (aka Autism Pastor) @lamarhardwick.bsky.social · 28/01/2025

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Lamar Hardwick D.Min. (aka Autism Pastor) @lamarhardwick.bsky.social · 27/01/2025

New episode of the HardLee Typical Podcast just dropped. This is part 2 of last week’s discussion. Remember we’re not just building a podcast we’re building a community so listen, like, and share this podcast!

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Lamar Hardwick D.Min. (aka Autism Pastor) @lamarhardwick.bsky.social · 25/01/2025

Listen. At this point I think this is the only pastoral advice I can offer. 🤷🏾‍♂️😳😬😂

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Lamar Hardwick D.Min. (aka Autism Pastor) @lamarhardwick.bsky.social · 23/01/2025

I can’t tell you how many times I have posted/preached/said this but it feels like it needs to be shared again.

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