Kate Common

Areas of expertise

Practical theology; feminist theology; interdisciplinary research in biblical studies; design thinking; transformational leadership; theological imagination; theopoetics.

“As a theological educator, I am passionate about teaching in a mutual learning environment where students can imagine just, sustainable, and generative change across a variety of contexts. I draw on interdisciplinary resources such as feminist, womanist, and queer theologies, design thinking, biblical studies, and theopoetics as tools to understand various theological and cultural contexts more deeply. I assist students in cultivating their voice, leadership skills, and creativity, which they can harness in church ministry, other leadership settings, and public theology forums. It is my hope to provide students with a nuanced understanding of Christianity, which can enable them to critique oppressive theologies and practices while amplifying liberating and life-giving aspects of the tradition.”