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

February 21, 2025
By Pressley Peters In 1981, at age 11, Jennifer Kiel ’06 M.A.R. fled Iran with her parents on horseback, crossing treacherous mountains to escape the Iranian Revolution. They...
February 20, 2025
The Rev. JaQuan Beachem ’21 M.Div. can be found in his office at Andover Newton Seminary at YDS, unless he is leading a yoga class in Marquand Chapel, or presiding as...
February 6, 2025
By Kim Lawton Universities routinely receive non-monetary donations such as real estate, patents, or art. Ivan Burnett Jr. ’65 M.Div. decided to give something different: a...
February 6, 2025
The book Francis of Assisi: The Life of a Restless Saint by YDS Professor Volker Leppin has been translated into English. Yale University Press has published an interview...
January 14, 2025
By Ray Waddle The Rev. Kathryn Banakis ’03 B.A., ’09 M.Div. and her congregation pursue theological inquiry, zany lawn games, and tangible ethical action—most recently...

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