Rev. Dr. Denise Kingdom Grier

Rev. Dr. Denise Kingdom Grier is a pastor and author who has written extensively on spirituality and social justice. She is the senior pastor of the First Baptist Church of Decatur, Georgia, and has been a prominent voice in the African American Christian community. Grier has also been a frequent commentator on CNN and NPR, and has written for publications such as The Huffington Post and Sojourners. She is a graduate of Yale Divinity School and has a Ph.D. in theology from Boston College. Grier is known for her thought-provoking sermons and her commitment to social justice. She has also been recognized for her work in the community, including being named one of the 'Most Influential People in the World' by Time magazine.