Yolanda Pierce
Professor and Dean of Vanderbilt University Divinity School, scholar of African American religious history, womanist theology, and religion and literature, and author of The Wounds Are the Witness.
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Jan 13, 2026 • 45min
Yolanda Pierce: Black Faith Weaving Memory into Justice and Healing
Yolanda Pierce, Dean at Vanderbilt University Divinity School and author of "The Wounds Are the Witness," shares her insights on healing through memory. She explores how remembering a nation's wounds can facilitate justice and healing, drawing on biblical themes and personal narratives. Pierce challenges notions of cultural amnesia and emphasizes true healing through self-love and community responsibility. She highlights the transformative power of love and resilience within Black faith, calling for actionable faith over nostalgia.
Aug 5, 2024 • 51min
[Faith] Episode 43: Yolanda Pierce - Nobody's Doing Theology from the Moon
In this engaging discussion, Yolanda Pierce, an expert in womanist and intersectional theology, dives into the transformative paths of faith deconstruction. She emphasizes the importance of social identities in theology and advocates for true multicultural diversity beyond mere representation. The conversation also highlights the need for inclusive worship practices, urging communities to embrace various expressions of faith. Additionally, the role of diverse voices in shaping theological discourse is explored, making for a thought-provoking dialogue on faith and empowerment.
