Profile: Rev. Dr. Shane B. Scott

Rev. Dr. Shane B. Scott is a thoughtful and intuitive man who does not shy away from the difficult questions and modern-day challenges of spiritual leadership.

As the recently installed pastor of the historic First Baptist Church, Capitol Hill in Nashville, he’s on a mission to inspire a new generation while respecting, in his unique way, the foundation of past leaders. In this episode, we learn about his childhood in rural Louisiana and northern California, the work he is most proud of, and his vision for the future of Nashville’s oldest Black Baptist church.

This episode was produced by Mary Mancini.

Further Reading

• The Tennessee Tribune: Rev. Dr. Scott elected pastor at historic First Baptist Church, Capitol Hill
• The Tennessean: New First Baptist, Capitol Hill pastor on balancing legacy of activism with future vision
• First Baptist Church, Capitol Hill: Installation Service for Rev. Dr. Shane B. Scott (YouTube)