Nadia Bolz Weber

Nadia Bolz-Weber, a New York Times bestselling author and ordained Lutheran minister, founded House for All Sinners and Saints in Denver, Colorado, in 2008, establishing a congregation celebrated for its inclusivity of the LGBTQ community, individuals in recovery, and those questioning their faith. Her pioneering approach to ministry, which scholar Diana Butler Bass notes as part of ‘a new Reformation,’ led to her dedicating nearly twenty hours weekly to crafting impactful sermons. Bolz-Weber’s unique voice quickly resonated, leading to her debut New York Times bestselling memoir, Pastrix: The Cranky, Beautiful Faith of A Sinner and Saint, published in 2014. Following the success of Pastrix, Bolz-Weber released her second New York Times bestseller, Accidental Saints: Finding God in All the Wrong People, in 2016, further solidifying her reputation for challenging conventional theological narratives.

Demonstrating her expanding influence, Bolz-Weber was installed as the ELCA’s first Pastor of Public Witness by the Rocky Mountain Synod in August 2021, taking on a role designed to advocate for public faith. Nadia Bolz-Weber further engages diverse audiences as the host of ‘The Confessional with Nadia Bolz-Weber’ podcast, a successful collaboration with PRX and The Moth, where she facilitates candid conversations on difficult topics. She also maintains ‘The Corners,’ an online publication and community that continues to offer her distinct insights on authenticity and connection to a global following. Through her multifaceted work, Bolz-Weber remains a leading voice at the intersection of faith, culture, and social justice.