Raphael Warnock Biography: Wife, Age, Family, Net Worth, Website, Committees, Salary, Education, Wikipedia

Biography

Raphael Gamaliel Warnock (born July 23, 1969) is a notable American Baptist pastor and politician. 

He has held the position of Georgia’s junior senator since 2021, a historic role as the first African-American senator in Georgia and the first African-American Democrat from the South to serve in the Senate. 

Being an esteemed member of the Democratic Party, Raphael Warnock assumed office on January 20, 2021, coinciding with President Joe Biden‘s inauguration.

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Wiki Facts & About Data
Full Name:	Raphael Gamaliel Warnock
Stage Name:	Raphael Warnock
Born:	23 July 1969 (age 54 years old)
Place of Birth:	Savannah, Georgia, United States
Nationality:	American
Education:	Morehouse College (1991), Sol C. Johnson High School (1987), Union Theological Seminary
Height:	1.72 m
Parents:	Verlene Warnock, Jonathan Warnock
Siblings:	11
Spouse:	Oulèye Ndoye (m. 2016–2019)
Girlfriend • Partner:	N/A
Children:	Chloe Warnock, Caleb Warnock
Occupation:	Politician • Pastor
Net Worth:	$1.5 million

Early Life & Education

Raphael Warnock, born on July 23, 1969, in Savannah, Georgia, emerged as the eleventh child in a family guided by the spiritual leadership of Verlene Warnock and Jonathan Warnock, both dedicated Pentecostal pastors parents.

Raphael Warnock pursued higher education at Morehouse College in Atlanta, earning a degree in psychology. Post-graduation, he ventured to New York City’s Union Theological Seminary, where he obtained a Master of Divinity degree. His time in the city also saw the emergence of his activism, with Raphael participating in protests and advocating for causes like affordable housing and accessible healthcare.

Returning to Georgia, Raphael Warnock assumed the role of pastor at Atlanta’s Ebenezer Baptist Church, a spiritual home where Martin Luther King Jr. had once preached. At Ebenezer, Raphael‘s leadership has been characterized by a commitment to community outreach and advocacy, notably in voting rights and criminal justice reform.

Raphael Warnock has faced scrutiny and controversy throughout his career, yet his convictions remain resolute. He is a prominent voice in the ongoing struggle for equality and justice. His historic victory in Georgia’s Senate runoff election in January 2021, marking him as the state’s first black senator, symbolizes hope and progress.

Raphael Warnock‘s educational journey, beginning at Sol C. Johnson High School and culminating at Morehouse College, was guided by his aspiration to follow in Martin Luther King Jr.‘s footsteps. His dedication, paired with fervent activism and a steadfast commitment to social justice, positions him as a compelling advocate and a source of inspiration.

Career

Raphael Warnock‘s journey into ministry commenced as an intern and licentiate at the Sixth Avenue Baptist Church in Birmingham, Alabama. He then undertook rigorous academic pursuits, culminating in a Master of Divinity from Union Theological Seminary in New York City and a Doctor of Philosophy from the joint endeavors of Union Theological Seminary and Columbia University.

Throughout his vocation, Raphael Warnock served as a pastor at various churches, including Douglas Memorial Community Church in Baltimore, Maryland, and Abyssinian Baptist Church in New York City. In 2005, he assumed the senior pastor role at Ebenezer Baptist Church in Atlanta, Georgia, where he continues to lead today.

Besides his pastoral duties, Raphael Warnock has been a fervent advocate for social justice, lending his voice to causes such as voting rights, healthcare access, and criminal justice reform. His leadership and activism have garnered national recognition, making him a potent change agent in his local community and beyond.

Raphael Warnock‘s prominence in Georgia politics was cemented through his role in the state’s Medicaid expansion campaign. In March 2014, he orchestrated a sit-in at the Georgia State Capitol, applying pressure on state legislators to embrace the Medicaid expansion stipulated in the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act.

Social Media

• Instagram handle: Senator Reverend Warnock (@raphaelwarnock) 
• Twitter handle: Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock (@SenatorWarnock)
• TikTok handle: Raphael Warnock

Personal Life

Raphael Warnock, currently residing in Atlanta, married Oulèye Ndoye in a public ceremony on February 14, 2016, following a private ceremony in January. They share two children, Chloe Warnock and Caleb Warnock.

Unfortunately, their marriage ended in divorce in 2020 after a separation in November 2019.

Net Worth

Senator Reverend Raphael Warnock‘s net worth is estimated to be around $1.5 million. However, it is essential to note that his net worth may have fluctuated over the years due to his various career paths and financial investments.