UUA President Honored Among Most Influential Black Spiritual Leaders

Rev. William G. Sinkford

(February 9, 2007) UUA President William G. Sinkford was honored for the second consecutive year by Beliefnet.com as one of the nation's Most Influential Black Spiritual Leaders.  Rev. Sinkford shares the spotlight with faith leaders from many spiritual traditions, including Iyanla Vanzant, Archbishop Wilton Gregory, Imam Siraj Wahhaj, and Rev. Johnnie Colemon.
 
The editors described their selections with these words: "While by no means comprehensive, the list represents some of today's most prominent--and controversial--spiritual figures, as well as those whose lifelong efforts have earned them a place in history." 

Sinkford was singled out by the editors for his work in support of marriage equality for same-sex couples and for his prophetic leadership in opposition to the Iraq war. Upon learning of the award, Sinkford said, "It's an honor to be recognized within such a religiously diverse group.  The richness and variety of African American spiritual life is a joy to behold."
 
Beliefnet offers resources and reflections within dozens of religious traditions, with the aim of helping readers explore their own spiritual paths.  Beliefnet is a recipient of the Online Journalism Award for General Excellence Online, the highest honor given by the Online News Association.  

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