David A. Williams

David A. Williams is Associate Professor of Worship and Sacred Music in Christian Ministry at the Seventh-day Adventist Theological Seminary. In 2018 he completed a PhD in Church History, Sacred Music History, and Theological Studies at Andrews University. His dissertation was entitled, "Worship Music as Spiritual Identity: An Examination of Music in the Liturgy among Black and White Adventists in the United States from 1840 to 1944."

 

David is also a professional musician, having received a Master of Sacred Music in 2010 from the University of Notre Dame in liturgical history, sacred music history, and organ performance. He earned a Bachelor of Arts in Theology and a Bachelor of Science in Organ Performance from Southern Adventist University in 2005. He has studied extensively in Europe with leading artists in organ, additionally spending a year in the Netherlands receiving instruction from Sietze de Vries in improvisation. He performs regularly, seeking to engage audiences through historical literature, improvisation, and congregational singing.

 

David ministered as a pastor in the Rocky Mountain Conference, gaining experience serving youth, directing worship and music, and leading as senior pastor. He has been called upon as speaker for youth meetings in Colorado and The Netherlands, and lecturer on worship and music in California, Canada, Maryland, Michigan, Texas, and Washington.

He serves as Assistant Pastor for Worship and Music for the South Bend First Seventh-day Adventist Church. He directs worship for the Seminary and conducts the Seminary Chorus.

Office Location: Seminary Building S229

Phone: (269) 471-6021