A thinking woman of faith embodying radical love and revolutionary justice in the church, classroom
and global community

“Rev. Jones is an exciting addition to the faculty of Union Presbyterian Seminary...her impact in and upon the academic community of theological ethics is already widely apparent. In her teaching, scholarship, and direction of the Katie Geneva Cannon Center For Womanist Leadership, she brings sharp theological insight and an engaging ethical perspective. She will be a great resource for our seminary as we strive to be a witness to and for the church in the world.”

"Melanie C. Jones is an exceptionally gifted and anointed preacher. Her preaching ministry is the synergistic meeting of intellectual timbres and pastoral sensibilities. It is clear that her labor is one of love, conviction, and accountability. She inspires my hope in the possibility of pulpits being spaces that espouse the sacred reverberations of integrity and freedom.”

"Ever since I met Rev. Melanie Jones she has demonstrated an unapologetic curiosity and tenacity for seeking and speaking the liberative truth found not only in the gospel but also in the various written and living texts that shape, give life to and strengthen the souls, minds and bodies of black folk. From the classroom to the community to the computer screen with a fierce imagination and serious commitment towards the blending of head, heart and hand. Rev. Jones has distinguished herself not only as an innovative womanist voice but also as a millennial visionary erecting platform for serious and salvific explorations of race, class, gender, faith and culture."

“Melanie is a dynamic millennial ‘servant leader’ who is passionate about empowering women and girls to recognize and achieve their full potential. She is a published scholar and an engaging communicator. Melanie’s compassion for the improvement of the human condition fuels her commitment in her service to all mankind.”

“Melanie Chanté Jones is an exceptional Millennial Womanist whose wisdom reaches into the ancestral depths. Her scholarly insight, keen sense of spiritual direction, superb intelligence, analytical prowess, and genuine sisterly approach practically ushered me into my vocation as a public theologian. Melanie's willingness to share her talents, her expertise, her social media acumen and most importantly her considerable influence reflect the immense grounding she has meticulously honed through meaningful nurture from the elders. I am indeed blessed to call her my sister/friend. My destiny is tied to her purpose.”

“In my twenty years in theological education, I have witnessed the development of many excellent students who become fine scholars, teachers, preachers, ministers, and activists. But rarely do I see students who demonstrate excellence in all of these areas as Melanie C. Jones does. She distinguishes herself as a powerful public theologian who has already made, and will continue to make, a positive mark on our world by leading us in thinking and action. Stay tuned for more to come from Melanie Jones.”