Theologically-Informed Pastoral Leadership -2027

Rev. Dr. B. Yuki Schwartz's theological research focuses on constructive political theology, examining how Christian communities create divine meaning and spiritual practices under colonization and its afterlives. As an Associate Professor of Constructive Theology and Spiritualities and Associate Dean of Academics and Assessment at Claremont School of Theology, their work investigates how communities understand and live out belonging and resistance. Their research particularly engages Asian and Asian American theologies, specifically highlighting the intersectionality and transnational solidarity practiced by Asian North American women. They are currently working on a book about theologies of shame developed by communities resisting religious nationalisms and political oppression. Dr. Yuki (they/them) is ordained to Christian ministry with the United Church of Christ and lives in Los Angeles.