Faculty Committed to You and to the Church
Faculty are the lifeblood of any institution of higher learning, and at Duke, you’ll be exposed to a large and diverse community of some of the finest teachers and researchers in theological education. Drawn from all over the globe and a broad spectrum of Christian traditions, their interests vary widely, but they share a commitment to the life of the Christian church and to teaching and forming students for ministry.

Being part of our community means that whether you study biblical studies, theology, or practical ministry, you’ll do it with brilliant faculty who are actively engaged in making the world a better place. And you’ll journey alongside other students who are relentlessly curious about the Christian story and our place in it. Our academic programs are strong for a reason—to teach you to think critically and theologically about your role in serving God.

Featured Faculty

Drawn from all over the globe and a broad spectrum of Christian traditions, our faculty share a commitment to teaching and forming students for ministry and to participating in the life of the academy and the church.
Associate Professor of American Religious History
Gilbert T. Rowe Distinguished Professor of Christian Theology; Senior Fellow at the Kenan Institute for Ethics
Assistant Professor of Theology and Black Church Studies
Professor of Theology
Amos Ragan Kearns Distinguished Professor of Bible and Practical Theology
David C. Steinmetz Distinguished Professor of World Christianity
William K. Warren Distinguished Research Professor Emeritus of Catholic Theology
Associate Professor of Theological Ethics

Forming Students for a Transformative Impact

At Duke Divinity School, we form students to have a transformative impact on the world. Hear from our faculty how an education at Duke can prepare you for your vocation.

Latest Faculty News and Features

Read news, stories, and opinion pieces that feature our faculty.
October 6, 2026
The General Commission on Archives and History of The United Methodist Church honored the Rev. Dr. Warner for uplifting the voices of United Methodist women and promoting Methodist identity.
September 2, 2026
Duke Faculty Advancement
Portier-Young joins other Duke faculty and colleagues from across Ivy+ institutions to develop leadership strategies, exchange perspectives, and explore opportunities and challenges facing higher education today.
August 27, 2026
Duke Faculty Advancement
Professor Ha, a 2026-27 Provost Faculty Fellow, traces her fascination with intellectual history to an unexpected discovery as an undergraduate: a hidden world of dissent, forbidden manuscripts, and the birth of independence.

New Faculty Books

Our faculty members publish extensively on scholarly and social issues that matter today. Their work influences academic thinking and ministerial practice, from biblical studies to theology to preaching to social justice.

Faculty in the Media

See the latest media mentions of our faculty and articles written by our faculty in other publications.
Tuesday, September 22, 2026
Sounds of Faith podcast
Thursday, September 3, 2026
Religion News Service
Eric Williams wearing black clothing and glasses sits in front of Durham Civil Rights mural with his arms folded

Faculty Experts

Expertise by Discipline

Are you a member of the media looking for a comment on a recent news event? Find our faculty experts here.