The Role of Nurturing Leadership in Teshuva Temple Ministries: Embracing the Contributions of African American Women Public

Abstract

Teshuvah Temple Ministries (TTM) transitioned from a non-denominational prison ministry in Raleigh, NC, to an urban spiritual community in Washington, DC. This shift revealed a leadership gap: African American women faced systemic barriers that limited their advancement despite their deep engagement in faith-based service.

To address this, TTM launched the Women’s Leadership Initiative (WLI) in 2021, providing mentorship, leadership training, and hands-on community engagement. The initiative aimed to dismantle institutional biases and equip women with practical leadership skills.

This study examines WLI’s design, impact, and lessons learned, offering best practices for faith-based organizations to cultivate inclusive leadership. Findings suggest that investing in African American women’s leadership strengthens ministries, fosters spiritual growth, and expands social impact.

 

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School	Candler School of Theology
Department	Ministry
Degree	DMin
Submission	Dissertation
Language	English
Research Field	Theology African American Studies
Mot-clé	African American Clergy Black Church Leadership Rebuilding Leadership African American Leadership
Committee Chair / Thesis Advisor	Dr. Roger Nam, Emory University Dr. Elizabeth Arnold, Emory University

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