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25th Anniversary of Wake Forest University School of Divinity

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Today more than ever, our world needs ready and capable faith leaders. Wake Divinity is a community of scholars, activists, ministers, and leaders committed to transforming our world for the better.

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Featured Event

International Black Theatre Festival: ‘Finding Holy Ground’

July 30 – August 3

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Why Wake Divinity?

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Wake Divinity is an ecumenical community committed to justice, reconciliation and compassion.

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We are committed to seeing each student succeed and reach their full potential.

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Our faculty are teacher-scholars, accessible mentors, and exceptional educators.

A Holistic Theological Education Centered on Your Unique Calling

Wake Divinity prepares students for ministry in all its context within the church walls and beyond.

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“The Wake Div Experience” is our promise to provide exceptional support that encourages student wellbeing, personal growth, and increased vocational clarity.

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Upcoming Events

Heritage

July 30, 2024 | 3:00pm
Scales Fine Arts Center
I Am…a Shepherdess

July 30, 2024 | 3:00pm
Scales Fine Arts Center
Secrest Series: Tonality, vocal ensemble

January 20, 2025
Wait Chapel

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We`re excited to welcome Amy Yandell to the Wake Div community!

Read more: divinity.wfu.edu/2024/07/wake-forest-university-school-of-divinity-welcomes-amy-yandell-as-admissions-and-enrollment-counselor/

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Jul 26

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Congratulations to Vice Dean for Faculty Development and Academic Initiatives and Professor of Worship & Liturgical Theology, Jill Y. Crainshaw on her recent publication.

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Jul 24

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Congratulations to Vice Dean for Faculty Development and Academic Initiatives and Professor of Worship & Liturgical Theology, Jill Y. Crainshaw on her recent publication.

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Wake Div`s Joshuah Brian Campbell and Sally Ann Morris participated in The Hymn Society 2024 Annual Conference held at Emory University earlier this week.

The mission of the society is to encourage, promote, and enliven congregational singing.

🔗: thehymnsociety.org/

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Jul 17

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Professor Melva Sampson will be the worship leader at Princeton Theological Seminary for the 2024 Black Theology and Leadership Institute evening service on Thursday, July 18, at 7:00pm.

This institute is a weeklong intensive continuing education event for clergy and laity that includes training, worship, and fellowship. For more information, visit btli.ptsem.edu/

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Jul 16

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Professor Melva Sampson will be the worship leader at Princeton Theological Seminary for the 2024 Black Theology and Leadership Institute evening service on Thursday, July 18, at 7:00pm.

This institute is a weeklong intensive continuing education event for clergy and laity that includes training, worship, and fellowship. For more information, visit btli.ptsem.edu/

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Thank you to all of our 2024 Summer Internship Sites!

Internships offer our students the opportunity to put into practice their theological training and to support the amazing work of organizations striving to promote justice, reconciliation, and compassion.

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Jul 11

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Thank you to all of our 2024 Summer Internship Sites!

Internships offer our students the opportunity to put into practice their theological training and to support the amazing work of organizations striving to promote justice, reconciliation, and compassion.

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"I do consider this to be a calling. We are here to meet a need that not everyone has the tools or the skills or the hearts to do.”

Read more from Faith COMPASS Center Executive Director Stacy Smallwood`s interview with Baptist News Global.

🔗: baptistnews.com/article/dispelling-myths-about-hiv-aids-is-part-of-this-centers-faith-calling/

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Jul 8

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"I do consider this to be a calling. We are here to meet a need that not everyone has the tools or the skills or the hearts to do.”

Read more from Faith COMPASS Center Executive Director Stacy Smallwood's interview with Baptist News Global.

🔗: baptistnews.com/article/dispelling-myths-about-hiv-aids-is-part-of-this-centers-faith-calling/

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ICYMI: The 2023-2024 academic year was one to remember. We experienced unforgettable moments that have enriched our lives, expanded our minds, & deepened our faith.

View our flipbook: flipsnack.com/B6B6F75569B/wake-divinity-a-year-in-review-2023-2024/full-view.html

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Jul 3

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ICYMI: The 2023-2024 academic year was one to remember. We experienced unforgettable moments that have enriched our lives, expanded our minds, & deepened our faith.

View our flipbook: flipsnack.com/B6B6F75569B/wake-divinity-a-year-in-review-2023-2024/full-view.html

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Join Wake Forest University School of Divinity in celebrating 25 years of transformative theological education. Starting Fall 2024, a year-long celebration will include signature events, opportunities for reflection, and joyous fellowship.

🔗: divinity.wfu.edu/25

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Jul 1

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Join Wake Forest University School of Divinity in celebrating 25 years of transformative theological education. Starting Fall 2024, a year-long celebration will include signature events, opportunities for reflection, and joyous fellowship.

🔗: divinity.wfu.edu/25

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Congratulations to Professor of Faith and Health of the Public, Gary Gunderson on his recent publication.

To read the article, visit healthaffairs.org/doi/full/10.1377/hlthaff.2023.01643

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Jun 28

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