Lamar Hardwick
Lamar Hardwick D. Min. writes and speaks frequently on the topic of disability, especially autism, and he is the author of I am Strong: The Life and Journey of an Autistic Pastor, Disability and the Church: A Vision for Inclusion and How Ableism Fuels Racism: Dismantling the Hierarchy of Bodies in the Church.
Lori Sealy
LORI SEALY is daily amazed at the grace of God that has been poured out in her life, as well as by the all-wise hand of His providence that has carved her every step – including the really hard steps. Nearly aborted, graciously adopted, and later abandoned, Lori has traveled the road of atheism and lived a life of autism. Along the way she’s wrestled deeply with doubt, […]
Erik Carter
Erik Carter, Ph.D., is the Luther Sweet Endowed Chair in Disabilities at Baylor University in Waco, Texas. He is Executive Director of the Baylor Center for Disability and Flourishing, which promotes the thriving of people with disabilities, their families, and communities by connecting rigorous research with real-world impact. Erik’s scholarship addresses the spiritual lives and flourishing […]
Shawn Thornton
Shawn Thornton is the President and Chief Ministry Officer of Joni and Friends, aninternational, Gospel-centered, non-profit ministry founded by Joni Eareckson Tada thatoffers hands-on help and Gospel hope to people living with disabilities. Joni andFriends focuses on equipping churches worldwide to welcome and include people livingwith disabilities and their families into the life of a local Christian community. With […]
Larah Roberts
Larah Roberts is a Bible teacher, writer, and speaker passionate about helping Christian parents navigate their child’s autism diagnosis through the lens of the gospel. As founder of Raising Autistic Disciples, she creates community and resources for families seeking to raise neurodiverse children with gospel hope. She and her husband, Collin, co-wrote How to Advocate […]