Judge Wendell Griffen has served as a prophetic voice in Arkansas and beyond, uniting his vocation as a pastor and his service as a judge with an unwavering commitment to justice. Known for speaking truth to power, he has long challenged systems of inequity, from the bench to the pulpit.
Through his ministry and civic leadership, Judge Griffen has embodied a consistent ethic of resistance to oppression and advocacy for marginalized communities. His presence at The Convergence grounds the gathering in both prophetic clarity and lived courage.