Faith Bynoe, MDiv, RYT

Faith Bynoe, MDiv, RYT, is a distinguished leader with over two decades of experience at the nexus of wellness, social equity, and faith. A recognized TEDx speaker, she specializes in holistic well-being and healing justice, advocating for the thoughtful investment and celebration of the Beloved Community, reflecting her belief in the inherent dignity of all individuals. Her influence extends nationally and globally.

As the Coordinator of the Baptist Fellowship of the Northeast, Ms. Bynoe fosters engagement and partnerships among individuals, churches, chaplains, field personnel, and organizations. She champions the role of churches as anchor institutions vital to the economic and ethical fabric of communities. She guides regional members in forging new collaborations and strengthening existing ones, promoting innovation and strategic partnerships to ensure the continued relevance and impact of theology and ministry.

With a strong background in philanthropy, she’s managed over $80 million for the Bush-Clinton Katrina Fund and led the racial equity portfolio at Marga, Inc., where she spearheaded the Racial Equity in Philanthropy Group (REPG), a network overseeing more than $2 billion in assets.
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​Ms. Bynoe empowers leaders to address burnout, trauma, and emotional fatigue through spiritual care, retreats, and workshops. Her diverse experience spans Level 1 trauma centers, foundations, and social justice organizations. She has significant emergency response experience, having supported medical professionals during the COVID-19 pandemic and in the aftermath of the 2012 Haiti earthquake. She’s worked with prominent organizations like NY Presbyterian Hospital, the City of NY, Faith in Public Life, Winthrop Rockefeller Foundation, Tides Advocacy, and the Children’s Defense Fund.

Ms. Bynoe holds degrees from Howard University School of Divinity and Long Island University, complemented by an Executive Non-Profit Management Certificate from Georgetown University. She's is a licensed minister, a registered yoga teacher, and certified in medical reiki, with additional training in Mind-Body Medicine and Integrative Therapy. She is currently pursuing chaplaincy board certification. A proud New Yorker with Barbadian heritage, she can be found on social media at @wellnesspastor.
“Each day, we’re given the gift of deepening our relationship with God and building the Beloved Community. I’m honored to walk alongside BFN members and partners, sharing in the challenging, yet fulfilling, journey of embodying God’s word.” - Faith Bynoe