Hyveth Williams

Hyveth Williams is a Professor of Homiletics at the Seventh-day Adventist Theological Seminary, Andrews University, and serves as Director of the Doctor of Ministry Program. She is a pioneering figure as the first black female pastor and the first female senior pastor in the Seventh-day Adventist denomination.

• BA in Theology from Columbia Union College (1984)
• MDiv from Andrews University Theological Seminary (1989)
• DMin from Boston University School of Theology (1998)

Her research and professional activities focus on biblical preaching, theological interpretation of scripture, and women's roles in religious leadership. She has authored four books and contributed to publications such as Insight, Signs of the Times, and Adventist Review, including her monthly column 'Back to Basics.'

Scientific Awards:

• Fellowship from the Episcopal College of Preachers, prestigious honor as the first non-Episcopalian recipient

She previously served as Senior Pastor of Campus Hill Church (1998-2009) and as Adjunct Professor of Religion at Loma Linda University and Andrews University. Her work bridges pastoral practice, theological education, and homiletic scholarship.