5. About the writer

The Reverend Laura Mariko Cheifetz is the Assistant Dean of Admissions, Vocation, and Stewardship at Vanderbilt Divinity School. She has served in theological education, social justice advocacy, and publishing. Cheifetz has participated in ecumenical service on behalf of the denomination and is a frequent writer for religious publications.


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