Pastor and singer, Travis Greene, renounces membership in Kappa Alpha Psi fraternity during sermon at Forward City Church

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Award-winning gospel artist and senior pastor Travis Greene has publicly shared that he no longer associates himself with Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc., the historically Black Greek–letter organization he joined during his college years.

During a sermon at his Forward City Church in Columbia, South Carolina on October 12, 2025, he spoke candidly about his personal convictions.

He explained that during his time at Georgia Southern University, he not only pledged Kappa Alpha Psi but also served in a significant leadership role within the chapter. Greene stated that he ultimately came to believe that certain fraternity traditions, pledges, and practices conflicted with his understanding of scripture.

His remarks come amid a wider conversation within some Christian circles where a number of pastors have questioned membership in Greek organizations, citing concerns about oaths, rituals, and the spiritual implications of certain ceremonial elements.

Travis Greene is a celebrated voice in contemporary gospel music. Known for chart-topping songs such as "Made a Way," "You Waited," and "Intentional," he has received multiple Stellar Awards, Billboard Music Award recognition, and Grammy nominations. His music is widely praised for blending worship, soul, and inspirational storytelling.

In addition, Greene is the Senior Pastor of Forward City Church, which he founded in 2015. Under his leadership, the church has grown into a vibrant multicultural congregation known for its dynamic worship culture, community outreach, and emphasis on spiritual renewal. Greene often uses his platform to share stories of personal transformation, emphasizing transparency and the importance of aligning one’s life with biblical principles.

Over the past century, members of the Black Greek organizations (collectively known as the "Divine Nine") have played significant roles in civil rights movements, education, politics, business, and community activism.

The Divine 9 refers to the nine historically Black Greek–letter organizations that make up the National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC). Founded between 1906 and 1963, these organizations include Alpha Phi Alpha; Alpha Kappa Alpha; Kappa Alpha Psi; Omega Psi Phi; Delta Sigma Theta; Phi Beta Sigma; Zeta Phi Beta; Sigma Gamma Rho; and Iota Phi Theta. They were created to provide fellowship, academic support, leadership development, and community service opportunities for African American students during a time when they were excluded from most collegiate institutions and social networks.

Greene’s decision to renounce his fraternity ties represents a personal conviction rather than a universal stance within the Christian community.

Several other gospel artists and pastors are members of the "Divine 9," including Pastor Jamal Bryant, Erica Campbell, Tasha Page Lockhart, Fred Hammond, and Pastor William Murphy, to name a few.

Many Christians remain active and proud members of Divine Nine organizations, noting their philanthropic impact, mentorship initiatives, scholarship programs, and commitment to uplifting African American communities.

Still, Greene’s comments add to an ongoing dialogue about faith, tradition, and identity-topics that often intersect within the Black church.

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