Rev. Dr. Anthony Everett’s ministry stands at the intersection of faith, liberation, and community transformation. A proud graduate of Perkins School of Theology, Dr. Everett now leads the Siloam Project at Baptist Seminary of Kentucky, advancing contextual theological education and advocating for returning citizens.
Tell us about your current role and the work you are doing.
As Executive Director of Mission Behind Bars and Beyond in Kentucky, I help support returning citizens as they transition from incarceration to community. Our ministry offers mentoring, spiritual guidance, and connection to local churches.
What inspired you to pursue ministry and theological education? I was drawn to ministry through a deep desire to serve the marginalized. At Perkins, I found the theological grounding and community support to shape that call into action.
How does your work reflect your theological commitments?
Our work centers on human dignity and liberation. We walk alongside those whom society often forgets, affirming their worth and advocating for systems change.
What does Juneteenth mean to you?
Juneteenth reminds me that freedom must be full—not just symbolic. You can’t celebrate emancipation and ignore mass incarceration.
What legacy do you hope to leave?
I want to be remembered as someone who used ministry to free people—spiritually, socially, and systemically.
Rev. Dr. Everett’s work illustrates how liberation is both theological and tangible. By walking with returning citizens, he embodies a Gospel rooted in freedom, healing, and restoration.