Senior Associate Completes Doctorate in Ministry Focused on Black Leadership and Ministry

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On May 3, 2025, Anthony D. Bobo, Jr., Senior Associate at The Joseph Factor Group, successfully completed his doctoral studies at Nazarene Theological Seminary. His Doctor of Ministry degree centered on Black Leadership and Ministry.
Reflecting on his academic journey, Bobo shared, “It was a blessing to learn the scholarship behind the Holiness Church that I have been a part of all my life. It meant even more to examine it through a Black theological lens and discover the many contributions African Americans have made to the Church.”

Nazarene Theological Seminary describes its Black Leadership and Ministry program as:
“(I)nviting pastors and leaders who are currently engaged in the Black Church tradition to participate in education from a Black Theological perspective. The uniqueness of the Black Church experience, exemplified in the racial injustices that continue to trouble Black communities, requires theological education and scholarly analysis from a Black Theological perspective. Such work is crucial in strengthening the Black Church leader's prophetic and ministerial voice. Critical dialogue about these problems will aid Black ministers and leaders in finding resources for addressing their personal, congregational, and community challenges.”

Bobo’s dissertation focused on the Black Holiness Church, exploring how its theology, missiology, and praxis can serve as a model for revitalizing Christianity in the United States.

“The Black Holiness Church has historically been a place of spiritual formation, mission engagement, and community-centered ministry,” Bobo noted. “The broader Christian community has much to gain by learning from its legacy and practices.”
The Joseph Factor Group proudly celebrates Dr. Bobo’s accomplishment. More importantly, we recognize that his years of dedicated study will significantly strengthen our organization’s ongoing mission to serve communities—especially the Church—with excellence and vision.