Disabling the Church from the Center for Disability and Ministry
Disabling the Church is a podcast by the Center for Disability and Ministry at Western Theological Seminary. This series amplifies the voices, giftedness, and perspectives of disabled people, challenging ableist biases and reimagining the church as a space of true belonging. Through conversations with scholars, ministers, and community members, the podcast explores how the church can dismantle barriers—physical, theological, and cultural—to create a more inclusive and enriched faith community.
Learn more about the Center for Disability and Ministry at Western Theological Seminary at westernsem.edu/cdm
Disabling the Church from the Center for Disability and Ministry
Introducing Disabling the Church
In this inaugural episode, host Dr. LS Carlos Thompson is joined by Dr. Ben Conner to unpack the meaning behind Disabling the Church. They discuss how ableism shapes church spaces, theology, and ministry, and explore how the concept of “disabling” can help remove barriers to belonging. This conversation sets the foundation for the series, inviting listeners to rethink accessibility, inclusion, and the vital role of disabled people in the life of the church.