Sheldon K. Johnson, M.Div./M.P.P. ’15: Building Inclusive, Equitable Communities With Purpose and Passion
Johnson’s career calling is a deep commitment to equity. He remains focused on creating vibrant, inclusive communities where everyone has the opportunity to succeed.
The school welcomed 224 new students, with Dean Edgardo Colón-Emeric celebrating school unity as “one Pentecost people walking en conjunto for the life of the world.”
Turner, James T. and Alice Mead Cleland Professor Emeritus of the Practice of Preaching, will receive the university's highest honor during the Duke Centennial Founders' Weekend.
Aaron Griffith Named Young Scholar in American Religion
Griffith, newly appointed assistant professor of American church history, has been given the honor by the Center for the Study of Religion & American Culture.
We interview new faculty member Kevin Hart, Jo Rae Wright University Distinguished Professor, on the layers of his scholarly work, his involvement with Catholic initiatives at secular universities, and the themes from his latest book.
A summer seminar drew on expertise at Duke in literature, theology, and data science to better understand the implications of artificial intelligence.
First United Methodist Church of Asheboro has deeply integrated mental health care into its ministry, providing clinical mental health counseling through its Wellness & Restoration program, led by TMC alumna Dr. Robin Liles.
M.Div. students at Duke Divinity School are offered the unique opportunity to serve in field education placements, fully immersing into a ministry context for the entire summer to learn practical skills from a trained supervisor to prepare for their future in ministry. See a few snapshots of what our students have been doing this summer.
For many students, like Samira Foster, M.Div. '27, field education is their first opportunity to work in a ministry setting and is an invaluable component of their theological education. These placements involve serving in contextual learning opportunities in churches, nonprofits, and other settings under the guidance of a trained supervisor.
Kinghorn on the Moral / Medical Divide
Kinghorn responds to Pastor John MacArthur's controversial statements about mental health in a July 11 article published in Mere Orthodoxy.
Warren Kinghorn Casts a Christian Vision for Mental Health Care
Dr. Warren Kinghorn, M.D., Th.D., has written a new book, "Wayfaring: A Christian Approach to Mental Health Care," published July 11, 2024 by Eerdmans Publishing Co.
CFR Associate Director Nina Balmaceda just finished a years-long project focused on uncovering the sacred story of Peace and Hope International over its first 25 years, emphasizing the spiritual dimensions of social and political renewal in Peru and Latin America. Read her interview with Religion Unplugged.
DITA Director Awarded Doctor of Divinity from University of Aberdeen
Begbie was celebrated in a series of ceremonies, uniquely curated to celebrate his accomplishments in the field of theology and the arts.
King Charles of England has approved Bretherton's appointment, which includes ordination as a Canon of the Cathedral and duties as a Church of England priest. Bretherton will also assume the role of director of the McDonald Centre for Theology, Ethics, and Public Life.
Divinity School Course Explores Christian Approaches to Mental Health Care
A new Divinity School course employs trauma-informed teaching to handle sensitive topics in online teaching.
Wylin Wilson Awarded Intellectual Community Planning Grant
The grant from the Office of the Provost will support Dr. Wilson's project, which addresses the Black maternal health crisis in North Carolina by engaging bioethics, healthcare, and Black churches. Read more from the Duke Office of Interdisciplinary Studies.
Research Project Co-Led by Linda Coley Receives Funding
Coley, who is director of the Ormond Center, will co-lead a project funded by The Duke Endowment on strategic partnerships for energy equity in the Carolinas. Read more from Duke Faculty Advancement.
Kevin Hart will be the Jo Rae Wright University Distinguished Professor and Aaron Griffith will be assistant professor of American church history.
Duke Divinity School celebrated its 98th Baccalaureate Service on May 11 with a total of 180 Duke Divinity School students graduating and celebrated graduates with a Closing Convocation Service and two Graduate Cross Services (hybrid and residential).
The Community of the Cross of Nails is a worldwide community of organizations dedicated to the ministry of reconciliation.