Rev. Robert R. “Robb” Webb
Denomination: United Methodist Church (UMC)
Organization: The Duke Endowment
Robert R. “Robb” Webb III serves as the Director of the Rural Church Division at The Duke Endowment, based in Charlotte, North Carolina. In this role, Robb guides grantmaking and strategic initiatives that strengthen rural United Methodist congregations across North Carolina. His work supports faith-based community development, leadership cultivation, and partnerships that uplift rural churches as vital anchor institutions.
A native of Charlotte, Robb is a graduate of Davidson College and earned his Master of Divinity from Duke Divinity School. Before joining The Duke Endowment in 2006, he worked as a management consultant with PricewaterhouseCoopers and Healthcare Resource Associates, bringing valuable insights into systems thinking and organizational leadership.
Robb chairs the Rural Life Committee of the North Carolina Council of Churches and serves as vice chair of the Western North Carolina Conference Council on Campus Ministry, demonstrating his commitment to both ecumenical collaboration and the formation of future Christian leaders.
Day1 Weekly Programs by Rev. Robert R. “Robb” Webb
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Truth Shared in Song - Episode #4191
Tuesday July 15, 2025
Join us for Episode 4191 of Day1 with the Rev. Robb Webb, director of the Rural Church Division of The Duke Endowment in Charlotte, NC. In his sermon, “Truth Shared in Song,” based on Colossians 1:15-28, Rev. Webb explores the power of hymns to shape belief and reveal divine truth. Drawing from Paul’s letter to the Colossians, he highlights how singing together opens our hearts to the fullness of Christ. A timely message for the 6th Sunday after Pentecost.
Articles by Rev. Robert R. “Robb” Webb
What Keeps People from Feeling Welcome in Church?
Monday July 14, 2025
Rev. Robb Webb joins host Rev. Dr. Katie Givens Kime in Episode #4191 of Day1 to explore the tension between faith and institutional religion. Drawing from Colossians 1 and church architecture, he challenges us to rethink what welcome really means. How can we become more visibly open to the world? Read and reflect on how churches can rediscover Christ-centered hospitality.