Samuel Wells

Best known as Sam Wells, Samuel Wells is an Anglican priest, theologian, and author who has written widely on Christian ethics, pastoral life, and the church’s role in society. He has served in senior ministry roles in both the United Kingdom and the United States, including at Duke University and later at St Martin-in-the-Fields in London.

His writing is shaped by both scholarship and practical ministry, which helps explain why his books often appeal to clergy, students, and general readers alike. Across his work, he returns to themes such as community, compassion, moral discernment, and what it means to live faithfully in the modern world.

Alongside books, he is also known for preaching, speaking, and broadcasting on theological and social questions. That combination of academic depth and clear communication has made him a well-known voice in contemporary Christian thought.