Leaders for church and world: YDS alumni stories

The alumnae and alumni of Yale Divinity School are pastors, scholars, activists, educators, the heads of numerous ecclesiastical and secular oganizations, and more—all exemplifying the YDS mission of service to church and world.

Below is a collection of stories showcasing the leadership and contributions of YDS alumni/ae, in the United States and around the world.

If you have stories of your own to suggest about YDS alums—including yourself—please let us know

November 6, 2024
By Pressley Peters The Rev. W. (Will) H. Mebane Jr. ’06 M. Div. began studies at YDS at age 50. Born in Durham, N.C., Will was raised in Baptist and AME Zion churches and...
November 4, 2024
Norman Wirzba ’88 M.A.R. has published a new book, Love’s Braided Dance: Hope in a Time of Crisis. Learn more. *** Paula Jenkins ’98 M.A.R. hosted Chris Freimuth ’25 M.Div....
October 31, 2024
By Lauren Yanks ‘19 M.Div. As a community organizer who seeks to help those in need, Dax Crocker ‘17 M.Div., ‘18 S.T.M. understands adversity. Born in Guatemala in 1971,...
October 29, 2024
Nearly 300 members of the YDS community—graduates, friends, students, and members of the faculty and staff—attended Convocation & Reunions 2024, which over four days in...
October 15, 2024
By Timothy Cahill ’16 M.A.R. For seven years, Camille Leon Angelo ’18 M.A.R. excavated the truth about the so-called Christian Building at the archeological site of Dura-...

Pages

Contact

Communications Office