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orpheus heyward 

college of bible - undergraduate

adjunct faculty



biography

dr. orpheus j. heyward is a noted expert in biblical exposition and functions as a faculty affiliate professor for expository preaching and christian leadership. he is the minister to one of the largest african-american churches of christ, the renaissance church in atlanta, georgia. dr. heyward has been involved with pastoral work for 18 years and continues to guide churches across the country with church growth and development strategies. his academic journey has afforded him several degrees. he has earned a bachelor's degree in biblical studies, a master's degree in theology, a second master's in biblical studies, and a doctorate degree in theological exegesis. he continues this journey as he is completing a phd in biblical exposition.

dr. orpheus heyward is passionate about teaching the process of biblical interpretation and loves imparting knowledge regarding expositional preaching. he consistently thanks god for the privilege of being a perpetual student of scripture.

academic department

college of bible & ministry