Roger Abbott

Revd Dr Roger Abbott is a Senior Research Associate at the University of Cambridge, specializing in practical theology of disaster response. His research examines the intersection of religious beliefs and recovery processes following natural hazards, with fieldwork conducted in Haiti, New Orleans, the Philippines, and Somerset.

• Focus on post-disaster spirituality
• 30+ years of pastoral trauma experience
• Key affiliations: Faraday Institute for Science and Religion

His work analyzes how faith influences:

• Perceptions of divine providence
• Community relationships during crises
• Psychological responses to pandemic stressors
• Integration of theological and scientific perspectives

Publications emphasize:

• Trauma's impact on spiritual narratives
• Religious fatalism vs. proactive recovery
• Post-disaster theological frameworks
• Prayer dynamics during crises

Active in disaster response since 1989, he combines academic research with practical pastoral care through:

• Consultancy services for trauma care
• Teaching pastoral crisis management
• Membership in theology and ethics societies