Charles Marsh

Charles Marsh is the Commonwealth Professor of Religious Studies and Director of the Project on Lived Theology at the University of Virginia's Department of Religious Studies. His work bridges modern Christian thought with social justice issues, particularly focusing on civil rights, mental health, and Dietrich Bonhoeffer's theology. He holds a PhD and MA from the University of Virginia, an MTS from Harvard Divinity School, and a BA from Gordon College.

His research explores intersections between theology and societal challenges, including religion's role in civil rights movements, mental health, and contemporary ethical dilemmas. Notable works include Strange Glory: A Life of Dietrich Bonhoeffer (2014) and Evangelical Anxiety (2022), which examine theological biography and modern faith struggles. His publications often blend historical analysis with practical theological insights.

• Awards: Christianity Today Book Award (2015), Guggenheim Fellowship (2009), Grawemeyer Award (1988).

Marsh leads the Project on Lived Theology, investigating how theological commitments shape social realities. His teaching spans seminars on faith/doubt, theology of resistance, and Bonhoeffer studies. He actively engages in community-building initiatives linking faith to justice.