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William J. Barber II (born August 30, 1963) is an American Protestant minister, social activist, professor in the Practice of Public Theology and Public Policy and founding director of the Center for Public Theology & Public Policy at Yale Divinity School.
Learn about the life and work of Rev. Dr. William J. Barber II, a leader in moral movement building, social justice, and public theology. He is the president of Repairers of the Breach, the co-chair of the Poor People's Campaign, a professor at Yale Divinity School, and a best-selling author.
Jun 18, 2023 · CNN — Prominent North Carolina civil rights leader Bishop William J. Barber II delivered his final sermon as the pastor of Greenleaf Christian Church as he retired after 30 years. “I have no...
Jun 18, 2022 · June 18, 2022. By. Jack Jenkins. The Rev. William Barber II at Greenleaf Christian Church, his home congregation in Goldsboro, North Carolina, March 26, 2022. RNS photo by Jack Jenkins. (RNS) —...
Bishop William J. Barber II, D. Min., who was escorted out of a screening of The Color Purple Tuesday after insisting on sitting in a chair he needs to help with a severe and disabling bone disease, will hold a press conference Friday with community supporters to address the incident.
Feb 15, 2024 · The vice president hosted the activist and minister at the White House to discuss issues affecting the poor and the Gaza Strip conflict. Barber said Harris expressed support for his policy goals and a summit featuring poor and low-wealth people.
Aug 18, 2020 · Rev. William Barber II is one of the most unique voices in American public life. A keynote speaker at the 2016 Democratic National Convention, Barber has since emerged as one of the most...
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