S3E5: The One with Ex-Pastor Darante’

In this episode, Phil and Suzie talk with Darante' Lamar in an incredible, wide-ranging, and passionate discussion about his faith background, his life in ministry, what lead to his deconversion, and the impact of faith and the journey away from faith on him as an Black man and the black community.   

Bio: Darante’ LaMar's journey from serving as a leader in both charismatic megachurches and hyper spiritual storefront churches, to embracing a life of secularism and reason, offers a unique perspective on the evolution of faith in contemporary society. With a background that includes virtually every role within the ministry, Darante’ brings a comprehensive understanding of the inner workings of religious organizations and the impact they have on individuals and communities. Currently, Darante’ is a Global Project Manager and DEI executive in the healthcare industry. He serves, alongside his wife, as the managing partner of DLDD World Group - a nonprofit committed to people centric projects, programs and progress. He is the author of three published books: Significant, Parenting on Purpose, and Memphis: The Last Supper and three upcoming books, Making The Jump, Christ Held Up and The Case for Religion 

Link to the "Hell" video referenced in the episode:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W-mQwkFBgaY

Where to Find Darante: 

• • Social Media 
    • https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbROOoAVy40Cv5NtKccRClg 
    • https://www.facebook.com/darante.martin/ 
    • https://twitter.com/DaranteLaMarX 
    • https://www.tiktok.com/@darantelamar7 https://www.dldd.us 
  • Books 
    • https://www.amazon.com/s?i=stripbooks&rh=p_27%3ADarante%27+LaMar&s=relevancerank&text=Darante%27+LaMar&ref=dp_byline_sr_book_1
    • Significant - https://www.amazon.com/Significant-diffidence-confidence-Darante-LaMar/dp/1506105572/ref=monarch_sidesheet

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