The Unconventional Pastor

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First Lady of The National Baptist Convention, USA, Inc.

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  • Ordained and Licensed Minister

    Masters of Divinity, Yale University

    B. A. in Bible and Theology, American Baptist College

    Member, Delta Epsilon Chi, Honor Society for Biblical Higher Education.

    Former Chaplain, Yale New Haven Hospital

    Author, Shevaluable Life Lessons A Memoir of Love, Loss, & Faith

Shevalle T. Kimber M.Div.

The Unconventional Pastor is a safe, credentialed, ordained space online or in person. I provide pastoral services to those seeking a deeper understanding, meaning, and relationship with God because God loves you, too.

I am a God-lover steeped in spirituality. I am passionate about the wellness of the human spirit, and this theology guides how I care for myself and others. I grew up in the traditional "Black Church" and have served for over two decades in various roles, including Trustee, Choir Member, Ministry President, First Lady, Co-Pastor, and Author. I deeply care about people's spiritual and religious needs, which is how and why I view the Gospel through a social justice lens.

Grace and peace,

Thank you for your message. I am currently away on a sacred sabbatical—an intentional season of rest, reflection, and spiritual renewal. During this time, I am stepping away from the noise to sit with God in stillness, to listen more deeply, and to be poured into so I may return refreshed and realigned with divine purpose.

I will not be checking emails during this period. If your matter is urgent, please contact [insert name and contact info].

Thank you for your patience and your prayers. May we all find moments to rest in God's presence and be reminded that even in stillness, the Spirit is at work.

July 1st-August 25th 2025