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Dr. Brenda Salter McNeil is an Associate Professor of Reconciliation Studies at Seattle Pacific University’s Seattle Pacific Seminary. She holds a BA from Rutgers University (1977), MDiv from Fuller Theological Seminary (1984), and DMin from Palmer Theological Seminary (2000). With over 25 years in racial, ethnic, and gender reconciliation work, she directs the Reconciliation Studies minor and teaches in the Seminary program. Her research focuses on transforming communities through faith-based reconciliation strategies.
- Education:
- BA, Rutgers University, 1977
- MDiv, Fuller Theological Seminary, 1984
- DMin, Palmer Theological Seminary, 2000
Her work emphasizes soul change as foundational to social justice, leveraging decades of experience in leadership development, interfaith collaboration, and community partnerships. Key contributions include founding Salter McNeil & Associates and serving on Wycliffe Bible Translators’ Board. She has authored four influential books on reconciliation theology and practice.
Awards include honorary doctorates from North Park University (2008) and Eastern University (2017). Her advising focuses on mentoring students through internships and academic programs to prepare them for leadership in diverse contexts. She collaborates with the John Perkins Center to bridge academic study with grassroots reconciliation initiatives.
Labs/Teams: Active in the John Perkins Center for Reconciliation, Leadership, and Community Development, integrating academic research with community-based projects in Seattle and beyond.
