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MDiv Lilia Ellis Reviews 'How Ableism Fuels Racism' for Christian Century Magazine

December 10, 2025

How Ableism Fuels Racism book cover in black and yellow.

MDiv student Lilia Ellis’ latest contribution to Christian Century magazine is a review of Dr. Lamar Hardwick’s latest book, How Ableism Fuels Racism: Dismantling the Hierarchy of Bodies in the Church.

“This is a compelling work. In less than 200 pages, it covers vast ground in its interdisciplinary approach, from the history of ableism and racism in the United States to how the church might respond,” Ellis writes.

Read the full review