Gregory James Edwards
American politician
Rev. Dr. Gregory James Edwards is an American minister, clergyman, community activist, progressive politician, and author. He is also the Executive Director for POWER Interfaith.
Education
Edwards earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Urban Ministry from Geneva College. He later received certification in Community Economic Development from the University of Delaware, a Master's of Divinity from Drew University, and a Doctorate in Ministry from the New Brunswick Theological Seminary.
Career
Religion
Edwards was raised in the African Methodist Episcopal Church (1969–1987), and licensed for ministry in the Baptist Church (1995). In 2002, after graduating from seminary (Drew University Theological School) he founded Resurrected Life Community Church (RLCC). In 2011, he established the Resurrected Community Development Corporation (RCDC), a 501(c) non-profit organization based in Greater Lehigh Valley. In 2019, the congregation became affiliated with the United Church of Christ.
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